Back to Blog New network for federal executives Date August 19, 2018 | Updated on August 19, 2024 Authors Tags The General Counsel Exchange launches, providing general counsels, chief counsels and peer leaders an opportunity to share best practices to overcome common challenges. During the COVID-19 pandemic, membership in the exchange grows nearly ten-fold as agencies work through the legalities of shifting to a remote-hybrid operating model. As of 2024, more than 200 staff from 50 Cabinet agencies, subcomponents and independent agencies belong to the exchange.