Training

UC Procurement and the Law

UC has many complex policies that guide our procurement and buying at the systemwide and campus levels. Interactive presentations by subject matter experts and case studies from systemwide procurement team members deepen our understanding beyond the written policies. Explore practical applications of several policies and leave with ways to apply them to our own work.
  • clock Date and Time:
    May 13, 2025 9:00AM PDT
  • map-pin Location:
    Oakland Broadway Conference Center and Zoom

UC Procurement and UC Legal presented an engaging all-day learning event!

This seminar offered practical guidance and foundational knowledge on five essential topics for anyone involved in procurement contracting activities. Download the available presentation decks below. Additional learning materials are in development.

Indemnity and Limitation of Liability

Discover how indemnification clauses distribute risk among UC and its Suppliers and how liability caps impact institutional risks.

SPEAKERS: 

  • Charlie Goodrich, Insurance Program Manager,  Risk Services  
  • Emily Berger, Principal Counsel, Procurement
  • Gigi Capuyan, Principal Counsel, Procurement

Appendix DS / Cybersecurity:

Gain insights into the evolving landscape of data privacy, cyber threats, and institutional obligations to protect digital assets and sensitive information.

SPEAKERS: 

  • Sajjad Matin, Principal Counsel, Cybersecurity and Data Protection
  • Monte Ratzlaff, Chief Information Security Officer
  • Roshni Pratap, Director, Strategic Sourcing, Information Technology

AFSCME Article 5 Overview:

Take a deep dive into Article 5 and SB 27, focusing on compliance and the QI tracking program.

SPEAKERS: 

  • Marta Novoa, Principal Counsel, Labor and Employment
  • Andy Huntington, Senior Principal Counsel, Labor and Employment
  • Liliana Cortez, Associate Director, Workforce Commitment Office
  • Robert Puerzer, Senior Commodity Manager, Professional Services

 

This presentation falls under attorney-client privilege and is unavailable for download.

Accessibility in Digital Spaces:

Delve into the legal and policy mandates for ensuring accessibility in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, and new WCAG standards.

SPEAKERS: 

  • Trevor Finneman, Principal Counsel
  • Michael Wegmann, Senior Commodity Manager, IT

GDPR & BAA:

Learn when a BAA and a GDPR are required, when to go to your privacy officer, and when to save time by using the annotated versions. 

SPEAKERS: 

  • Hillary Kalay, Managing Counsel, Health Affairs, Data Privacy, and Protection
  • Al Lavassani, Chief Privacy Officer
  • Noelle Vidal, Healthcare Compliance & Privacy Officer

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