Akerman is a sponsor of the Asian American Legal Forum, presented by the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Tampa Bay (APABA-TB) and the National Association of Asian American Professionals Tampa Bay Chapter (NAAAP TPA). Zarra Elias will participate on a panel titled, "Racial Discrimination & Other Landmines in the Workplace: Investing In & For Yourself as a Professional," which will discuss useful topics and issues involving employment law, civil rights, and investment options.