12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Central
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The Marion Chamber of Commerce Monthly Membership Luncheon will resume in person on August 11th. In-person space will be limited to 50, and will have a ZOOM component to the event for those who are unable to attend in person. Program starts at 12, with networking before and after the event.PRESENTATION TOPIC: lllinois Biometric Information Privacy Act with Greg Odom.
This presentation will focus on helping businesses understand what the Act requires, how to comply with the Act, and what to do if the business is sued under the Act. The Act applies to companies large and small, so it is critical that companies doing business in Illinois understand the Act.
LUNCHEON SPONSOR: Clearwave Communications is the sponsor of the this month's Monthly Membership luncheon.
(phone: 618-997-6311)
- Eat at the Luncheon (Select option at Registration) - $12 (Limited Seating)
- Chicken Ceasar Salad: Freshly chopped romaine lettuce topped with croutons, fresh shaved parmesan cheese paired with a creamy Caesar dressing. Choice of grilled or friend chicken.
- Mandarin Orange Salad: Baby Spinach topped with mandarin oranges, pecans, red onions, croutons, drizzled with raspberry vinaigrette. Choice of grilled or friend chicken.
- Taco Salad: Served with tomatoes, onion, black beans, roasted corn, shredded cheese, black olives, salsa & sour cream
- Attend via ZOOM with Lunch Pickup - $12: Choice of Luncheon Menu Options for pickup during the week of the luncheon.
- ZOOM Only - FREE
PRESENTATION TOPIC: Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act with Greg Odom.
As more businesses incorporate the use of biometrics into their operations, the importance of understanding the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act cannot be understated. The Act imposes several requirements on businesses that collect, store, or use biometric information (through technology such as fingerprint scanners, retina scanners, facial scans) and allows individuals to sue businesses that do not comply with the Act. A recent Illinois Supreme Court opinion interpreting this Act has had a significant impact on businesses throughout the state, leading to a flood of new litigation filed under the Act. As a result, businesses throughout the state are being named in lawsuits worth potentially millions of dollars.
This presentation will focus on helping businesses understand what the Act requires, how to comply with the Act, and what to do if the business is sued under the Act. The Act applies to companies large and small, so it is critical that companies doing business in Illinois understand the Act. Some of the companies that have been sued for violating the Act include manufacturers/factories, hotels, retail stores, gas stations, grocery stores, EMS providers, janitorial contractors, shipping companies, auto body shops, and fast food restaurants.
Greg Odom is with Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice LLC. He practices in Baker Sterchi's Illinois offices. Greg is an experienced trial attorney whose practice is focused on defending clients in mass toxic torts and commercial litigation. He represents individuals, local businesses, and Fortune 500 companies in state and federal courts across Illinois and Missouri, with an emphasis on defending clients in southern Illinois and the metropolitan St. Louis region. Greg’s commercial practice includes representing individuals, businesses, and government agencies in cases arising from various types of commercial projects, as well as advising businesses and organizations on cybersecurity issues. Greg’s toxic tort litigation practice includes defending a variety of companies sued in asbestos and benzene exposure cases.
EVENT AGENDA:
- Welcome from Chamber Leadership & Invocation
- Short presentation by Luncheon sponsor & Luncheon Program
- Quick update from the Chamber Committees
- 'Speed' Networking Sessions for remainder of the event.
LUNCHEON SPONSOR: Clearwave Communications is the sponsor of the this month's Monthly Membership luncheon.
Capacity of this event is 50 in person and 100 participants on ZOOM. If you are unable to attend, please notify the office so additional members can take part in this event.
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