OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR OF THE BOARD REPORT
Ever Current , Into the Future
Delivering Cutting-Edge Learning Content: PLI continues to anticipate and meet the needs of the market with offerings such as the two-day Artificial Intelligence Law program (with over 9,000 unique registrants to date) as well as over 100 new AI-related pieces of content, a 56% increase over the previous year. This is in addition to cutting-edge programming offered on cybersecurity, fintech, data law, and other topical subjects. From in-person Institutes to engaging and interactive on- demand programs, to podcasts, to new career-focused video series and more, the organization is continually expanding its unparalleled collection of content types and topics. Attracting and Supporting World- Class Faculty: PLI’s cutting-edge content would not be possible without the contributions of volunteer faculty, comprising more than 4,000 leaders from across the legal, corporate, academic, and nonprofit sectors. In 2024, PLI hosted its first Contributor Appreciation Dinner, honoring retiring Program Chairs and Authors; several of us on the Board were pleased to join in celebrating them. Amplifying PLI’s Pro Bono Mission: Reflecting PLI’s ongoing commitment to equipping practitioners with the appropriate training to take on pro bono matters, more than 3,000 scholarships were granted to qualified individuals (nearly 300 more than the previous year). With 57 new Pro Bono Memberships added in 2024, the organization offers full access to PLI’s programs for free to over 850 legal services organizations providing direct pro bono support to clients. Among PLI’s 54 pro bono programs and 15 pro bono-focused One-Hour Briefings last year were programs on disaster response, offered at no cost to the legal community in the wake of Hurricane Helene and the Los Angeles wildfires.
On behalf of PLI’s Board of Trustees, we are pleased to report that 2024 was an exceptionally strong year for the organization. In addition to increasing revenue by 5%, PLI continued to build its roster of world-class content, leading the way in developing programs, publications, podcasts, and video series that meet the current professional development and credit needs of its more than 450,000 Members. With a consistent upward trend in engagement and usage, PLI remains a trusted and reliable source for CLE and other credit types. In 2024, the organization issued more than 1.1 million certificates and 2.3 million credits, representing an increase of 2.8% and 5%, respectively, over the previous year. Program growth also remained steady in 2024, with in-person, webcast, and on-demand offerings covering 33 practice areas along with professional skills and more. Throughout the year, leadership and staff maintained the organization’s steady momentum on key goals outlined in PLI’s five-year Strategic Plan. Examples include: Advancing Learner-Centricity: PLI’s Media Player, which enables the streaming of hundreds of programs on- demand, was thoughtfully redesigned and relaunched to allow for greater customization. Drawing on PLI’s expertise in instructional design, the player has earned acclaim from users, who appreciate the many interactive options that enable them to control how they learn. The Media Player relaunch was part of PLI’s broader reworking of its entire digital ecosystem to provide customers with a streamlined, consistent, and enjoyable experience that revolves around their learning preferences. Along with the award- winning Mobile App, which surpassed 100,000 downloads in 2024, the updated player represents a sound investment towards the strategic goal.
ADRIAN E. DOLLARD CHAIR OF THE BOARD
LYNN K. NEUNER VICE CHAIR OF THE BOARD
As we recognize these achievements, we also honor the memory of longtime PLI Trustee and Chair Emerita, Hon. Roberta Karmel, who passed away in 2024. A highly respected securities authority and educator, she blazed a trail as the first woman commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and as the first woman to serve as PLI’s Board Chair. In addition to contributing to programs and publications, she served on PLI’s Board for more than three decades, leaving a legacy of leadership and friendship for which we are thankful. Keeping learners ever current remains central to PLI’s mission — and to its success. We are confident that PLI’s focus on strategic goals will continue to drive even greater achievement, benefiting the legal community and beyond.
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2024 Annual Report
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