NELF Honors Regina Bynote Jones and Grace Lee at the 10th Annual John G.L. Cabot Award Dinner

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The New England Legal Foundation Honors Regina Bynote Jones and Grace Lee at the 10th Annual John G.L. Cabot Award Dinner

Boston, MA – October 24, 2024 – The New England Legal Foundation (NELF) proudly honored two distinguished women, Regina Bynote Jones and Grace Lee, at the 10th Annual John G.L. Cabot Award Dinner, recognizing their steadfast commitment to the rule of law, free enterprise, and inclusive economic growth. The John G.L. Cabot Award is presented annually to individuals who exemplify these values in public discourse and the courtroom.

Regina Bynote Jones, Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary of ADM, was one of this year’s honorees. Regina, who joined ADM in September 2023, is a member of the company’s Executive Council, overseeing global legal and regulatory affairs, compliance initiatives, security operations, and government relations. With over three decades of experience, Regina has held leadership roles across diverse legal environments, including positions at Baker Hughes, Schlumberger, and Delek U.S. Holdings. Her career has spanned the United States, Europe, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East, with expatriate assignments in Paris and Kuala Lumpur.

“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition from NELF, an organization that shares my commitment to the principles of free enterprise and the rule of law. These values have guided my work, and I am proud to stand alongside Grace Lee as we strive for inclusive economic growth and the protection of individual rights,” said Regina Bynote Jones.

Grace Lee, Regional President of M&T Bank, was also celebrated for her exceptional contributions to the legal and financial sectors. With over 25 years of public and private sector leadership experience, Grace leads M&T Bank’s community banking efforts in New England and manages the Government Banking & Finance division. Grace’s previous roles include General Counsel and First Deputy Treasurer of the Massachusetts State Treasurer’s Office, where she played an instrumental role in the passage of legislation establishing the Asian American Commission.

“I’m honored to receive this award from an organization whose mission to ensure inclusive economic growth for everyone, no matter their background, mirrors my own passion for closing the racial wealth gap for all. I’m humbled by this recognition and am deeply grateful to the New England Legal Foundation, my friends, and my loving family for their enduring support,” said Grace Lee.

NELF President Natalie Logan praised the honorees: “Both Regina and Grace exemplify leadership, integrity, and a dedication to advancing free enterprise principles that are at the heart of NELF’s mission. We are proud to honor their extraordinary achievements and the impact they continue to make in their respective fields.”

About the John G.L. Cabot Award:
The John G.L. Cabot Award is presented annually by NELF to individuals who demonstrate a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, the proper role of free enterprise in society, and the advancement of these principles in public discourse and the courtroom. This prestigious award highlights leaders who embody these values and make significant contributions to the legal and business communities.

About The New England Legal Foundation (NELF)
The New England Legal Foundation (NELF) is the leading non-profit, non-partisan public interest law firm in the Northeast, committed to addressing policy and constitutional concerns related to free enterprise. NELF’s mission is to promote individual economic liberties, property rights, and limited government based on the rule of law. For over 50 years, NELF has successfully supported hundreds of appellate cases, shaping law and public policy to foster economic freedom.

NELF’s newly launched Equalizer Institute aims to break down barriers for historically underserved entrepreneurs, providing free corporate legal services and other critical resources to build an inclusive economy from the ground up.