Mind At Work

How can legal teams shed the label of “cost center” and become true strategic powerhouses? What does it take for a GC to align legal priorities with business goals while driving trust and efficiency?

In this episode of Mind At Work, we’re joined by Eugénie Michalopoulos, General Counsel at Blue Optima, who shares her insights on transforming the role of legal teams in today’s fast-paced business environment.
Eugénie discusses:
- Practical strategies to streamline running a lean legal team and deliver value.
- How to cut bureaucracy and build stronger relationships across teams.
- What GCs need to know to lead with impact in the age of transformation.

With a career defined by resilience and innovation, Eugénie’s advice is essential listening for any in-house legal leader looking to maximize their business impact.

What is Mind At Work?

This is Mind at Work, brought to you by Flank and hosted by Lorna Khemraz, Lead Counsel at Flank. Flank provides legal AI agents that act as an extension of your expert team. An AI colleague available round the clock, so you don’t have to be.

This podcast is for in-house lawyers who want practical advice to stay ahead in the AI era. We speak to experts and tackle what it means to be a great lawyer today, with clear, actionable tips on adapting to new technologies, driving value for your business. If you’re looking for a mind at work, this is the room where it happens.