C.B. Burns is a partner in and chair of Kemp Smith’s labor and employment department and previously served as a member of the firm’s management committee. She has successfully defended clients in discrimination, discharge and other employment matters in the federal and state courts of Texas and New Mexico. She is a past chair of the State Bar of Texas’ labor and employment law section, and is a frequent speaker at national and state seminars. She serves as an editor of the Texas Employment Law Handbook and is a fellow of the College of Labor & Employment Lawyers.

Hilary McClain is a seasoned human resources leader and founder of a boutique HR consulting company specializing in organizational and leadership development, executive coaching, culture alignment and HR outsourcing. Prior to starting McClain Resources, Hilary held various senior HR roles for MGM Resorts, working with company leaders to develop structures to support the growth of MGM.

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