Dear WSG Members,

Greetings! I hope this message finds you well. As we continue working to improve member connectivity and increase member engagement, I want to take this opportunity to share with you some of WSG�s accomplishments and upcoming projects.

WSG�s virtual meetings and webinars continue to be successful. The addition of member firm clients and external industry leaders as key speakers in these events have resulted in a significant increase in attendance and an external awareness through industry media editorial articles and social media channels.

WSG�s 2021 Annual Meeting will take place virtually again this fall and will feature exciting topics and interactive presentations, as well as the introduction of the 2021-2022 WSG Board of Directors. More details on this event, and the projected return to in-person meetings, will be announced soon.

Recruitment and retention continue to be a top focus for WSG, particularly in North America. The Board of Directors is reviewing several potential members and will make announcements as new firms are approved. If you have candidate recommendations for membership in an open jurisdiction, please do not hesitate to contact me.

I am pleased to report that WSG business collaborations and referrals continue to grow due to increased member networking opportunities. Thanks to all who have taken time to report your referrals through the WSG tracking tool. These submissions serve to confirm the extraordinary member collaboration within our network. Please continue to register your client matters and other forms of collaboration directly on the WSG website.

To close, thanks to each of you for your role in WSG�s success. I continue to urge your active participation. As always, you are welcome to contact me regarding our network and how we can work together to improve it.