ACC STL Honors Members for Individual Contributions at 2026 Annual Meeting

St. Louis (Feb. 4, 2026) – The Association of Corporate Counsel – St. Louis Chapter (ACC STL), the pre-eminent professional development organization serving in-house counsel, recently held its 2026 Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition night. During the event, ACC STL recognized members for their individual contributions made to the Chapter in 2025. Jay Repaso, 2025 Chapter President and Senior Counsel at Mastercard, announced the 2025 award recipients:

Member of the Year: Catherine Sison

Catherine Sison, Counsel at Macy’s, was recognized as the 2025 Member of the Year. Sison was honored for her outstanding engagement and commitment to the Chapter’s growth over the past year. Her dedication to fostering a vibrant professional community for in-house counsel has made a significant impact on the Chapter's membership initiatives.

Committee of the Year: Special Events Committee

The Special Events Committee, chaired by Barry Klinckhardt, received the Committee of the Year award. Under Klinckhardt’s leadership, the committee successfully executed a series of high-impact programs that enhanced member networking and engagement. The committee was specifically noted for its innovation in event planning and its ability to bring together the St. Louis legal community through unique social and professional development opportunities.

William E. Jaudes Service Award: Jenny Herner

Jenny Herner, Assistant General Counsel at ARCO, received the prestigious William E. Jaudes Service Award. Named after one of the original founders of the Chapter, this honor is not awarded annually and is reserved for members who exemplify extraordinary dedication, leadership, and service.

Herner, who served as the 2023 ACC STL Chapter President, has remained a cornerstone of the organization. Her long-standing service, including her roles on the Board of Directors and her continued mentorship of emerging in-house leaders, exemplifies the spirit of this award. Her contributions have been instrumental in maintaining the Chapter’s status as a leader within the global ACC network.

"Congratulations to Catherine, Barry, and Jenny on these well-deserved honors," said Jay Repaso, 2025 Chapter President. "Their tireless work and leadership are what allow our Chapter to thrive and continue providing world-class resources and community to our members in the St. Louis region."

About the St. Louis Chapter:

The Association of Corporate Counsel - St. Louis Chapter, the premier bar association for in-house counsel, was founded in 1987. The Chapter has more than 650 members who represent over 175 organizations. The Chapter's commitment to its members and community has earned it an impressive list of accolades as a leader in the global network of chapters:

• Chapter of the Year 1995, 2012 and 2015,
• Chapter Challenge Award 2009,
• Legal Service of Eastern Missouri Richard B. Teitelman Distinguished Service Award for pro bono efforts 2014,
• Best Membership Strategy 2018,
• Gold Chapter of Distinction designation 2019-24,
• Best Diversity Initiative Award 2020, 2022 and 2024,
• Innovative Programming Effort Award 2023 and 2025
• Best Partnership Program Award 2023.

To learn more, please visit, https://www.acc.com/chapters/stlouis/.