Episode 129 - Allan Schoenberg of Vinson & Elkins on Culture, Connection and the Evolving Role of Legal Comms

The role of Communications is the linchpin of effectively managing a law firm’s brand and reputation, not to mention being a key player in the development and success of a firm’s culture. 

Today, Will Eke is lucky to welcome Allan Schoenberg, who is celebrating 3 years as Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins, to the CMO Series Podcast to discuss his unique career journey, and the pivotal role communications plays in today’s firms. 

Allan and Will discuss:

• Allan’s career journey to his current role as Chief Communications Officer at Vinson & Elkins 
• The work dynamic he has with the Chief Business Development Officer and Chief Innovation Officer and the key to working together successfully
• How the role of Communications in law firms is evolving, and how the landscape has changed
• The key projects Allan wanted to get started on when he joined the firm
• How to demonstrate the value you're bringing through Communications to the managing partners and wider firm
• The greatest achievements in the role so far
• Advice for Communications professionals working within law firms