#DataUnmasked: ACEDS Expert Interview with HaystackID’s Nate Latessa (January 18, 2024)

Welcome to #DataUnmasked, our monthly social media-delivered live-streaming event hosted by the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) in collaboration with HaystackID. We invite you to embark on an enlightening journey through the intricate maze of data. Our diverse discussions encompass relevant and real-time subjects ranging from the complexities of international eDiscovery to privacy and cybersecurity considerations for cross-border data transfers.

We cordially invite you to join us each month as we peel back the layers of complexity and ‘unmask’ the world of data in our #DataUnmasked livestream.


January 2024 #DataUnmasked Livecast

From M365 Toolsets to Tactics: An Expert Discussion with Nate Latessa

Join ACEDS for an engaging discussion with Nate Latessa, Executive Vice President of Advisory Services at Haystack ID. The dialogue will cover Nate’s experience with implementing Microsoft 365 for litigation, investigations, and regulatory needs. It will also touch on his recent research and development of tools for calculating the return on investment for migrating to M365 Archive Storage. This conversation promises to provide insightful perspectives across multiple applications of this popular platform.

+ Date: Thursday, January 18, 2024
+ Time: 11:00 AM EDT/10:00 AM CDT
+ Livecast Viewing Streams*

* Also available for recorded post-live viewing.



Expert Panelists

Nate Latessa – Executive Vice President of Advisory Services, HaystackID

Nate Latessa is the Executive Vice President of Advisory Services at Haystack ID. With over two decades of experience, he is a prominent figure in information governance and eDiscovery. Nate has been instrumental in devising strategies for effective eDiscovery and information management, aiding corporations and law firms in handling electronic evidence. His expertise in using advanced eDiscovery tools has streamlined litigation processes, while his understanding of data and legal compliance has distinguished him in the field. Nate has worked with various organizations to help drive initiatives that merge technology with best practices in information governance, enhancing operational efficiencies, limiting exposure to cybersecurity breaches, and preparing for new and emerging privacy regulations. Additionally, he is recognized for his thought leadership, having spoken at industry conferences and written for esteemed publications, and is dedicated to mentoring and educating emerging professionals.

Host: Michael Quartararo – President, ACEDS & Professional Development, ACEDS

As the president of ACEDS, Mike leads the organization and is responsible for the overall administrative and operational oversight of the organization, including program development, training and professional development, and strategic partnerships. Considered among the top legal technologists in the US, he has spent the last 20 years leveraging the power of technology to meet the current and emerging needs of organizations throughout the legal community. He is also the author of the 2016 book Project Management in Electronic Discovery and has been successfully consulting in information governance, e-discovery, project management and legal technology for all of his career, including 10-year stints at both Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP and Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP. For much of his career Mike has been training and educating lawyers and other legal professionals in the benefits of technology to the legal profession. A graduate of the State University of New York, he is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS). He frequently speaks and writes on e-discovery, legal operations, project management and technology topics. Mike is an avid foodie and enjoys cooking and reading when he isn’t focused on developing new policy initiatives and educational offerings.

About HaystackID

HaystackID is a specialized eDiscovery services firm that supports law firms and corporate legal departments and has increased its offerings and expanded with five acquisitions since 2018. Its core offerings now include Global Advisory, Discovery Intelligence, HaystackID Core®, and artificial intelligence-enhanced Global Managed Review services powered by ReviewRight®. The company has achieved ISO 27001 compliance and completed a SOC 2 Type 2 audit for all five trust services criteria for the third year in a row. Repeatedly recognized as a trusted service provider by prestigious publishers such as Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and The National Law Journal, HaystackID implements innovative cyber discovery services, enterprise solutions, and legal discovery offerings to leading companies across North America and Europe, all while providing best-in-class customer service and prioritizing security, privacy, and integrity. For more information about its suite of services, including programs and solutions for unique legal enterprise needs, please visit HaystackID.com.

Source: HaystackID