Houston Quarterly Program

Texas General Counsel Forum invites you to join us for our Houston Chapter Quarterly Program & Breakfast on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at The Briar Club.

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping corporate operations—creating new opportunities, complex risks, and evolving responsibilities for business and legal leaders. In this interactive presentation, George Niño , Executive Vice President, Legal & Compliance at Yokogawa Corporation of America, will explore the promise and pitfalls of AI, the critical role of legal leadership in driving responsible adoption, and practical frameworks for AI governance, policies, and risk management.

Drawing from his extensive experience overseeing legal and compliance operations for a global technology enterprise, as well as his background as a former Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and Treasury Department specialist, George brings deep perspective on high-stakes corporate governance. A recognized thought leader on AI policy who has presented at MIT, Stanford Law School, Texas A&M, and international AI forums in London, he will share actionable insights to help organizations embrace AI confidently, ethically, and competitively.