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Negotiate various technology contracts such as MSAs, SaaS, Cloud, SOWs, APIs, NDAs, Channel Margin, Partner, Data, Clean Room, Collaboration, AdTech.

United States

Review and negotiate technology contracts such as partnership agreements, reseller agreements, OEM, MSAs, professional services agreements, AdTech contracts, MarTech contracts, SaaS contracts, data contracts, data processing agreements, licenses and B2B contracts.

Advised business (supporting approximately 20+ sales reps) on risks related to contract provisions, privacy regulation, business regulation and potential litigation issues; reviewed and negotiated diverse contracts including procurement agreements, partnership agreements, reseller agreements, OEM, technology contracts (such as Master Services Agreements, AdTech contracts, MarTech contracts, cloud contracts, SaaS contracts, data contracts, data processing agreements, software licensing agreements, B2B contracts, contracts with channel margin partners, hardware contracts, application contracts, professional services contracts, on-premise contracts, NDAs and Statements of Work including privacy terms to comply with privacy regulations), commercial agreements, customer contracts (non-Oracle templates) etc. Reviewed and advised on requests for proposals. Provided key legal advice as trusted business partner to senior managers across multiple LOBs regarding regulatory and contractual risks; and drafted contract templates and documentation. Contributed to the creation and updating of playbooks for commercial and procurement contracts. Managed internal stakeholder requirements while mitigating risk in commercial and procurement contracts. Lead a team to develop complicated bespoke contracts and test agreements for new products and services.  Developed a deep knowledge and understanding of sell-side negotiation processes and playbooks.  Supported multiple business units with various contracts, working with and across LOBs. Negotiated complex contracts with public sector, private sector and international customers as well as large strategic enterprise customers via direct engagement with customer and vendor attorneys (both in-house and outside counsel). Negotiated partnership agreement arrangements such as reseller and OEM agreements - specifically terms such as pricing, revenue sharing, scope of services and products offered, geographic regions and flow down terms.

Durham, North Carolina

Reviewed and negotiated various buy-side contracts and advised various LOBs, including the sales team, the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors. Developed contract templates. These contracts included vendor and procurement agreements, technology contracts, SOWs, NDAs, trading, structured finance and client agreements. Drafted and maintained contract templates and playbooks. Developed and provided training on contracts for internal stakeholders. Analyzed existing contracts to identify risks such as unfavorable terms. Reviewed and approved marketing materials for regulatory compliance. Played key role in a company merger. Navigated U.S. and international laws and regulations and ensured company compliance. Managed Legal and Compliance departments. Reviewed and amended due diligence questionnaires, RFPs, SEC documentation and other forms. Managed outside counsel by directing work and negotiating attorney fees. Lead contract negotiations in various business segments such as public sector, private sector and international customers as well as large strategic enterprise customers.  Advised business units regarding various contracts terms, worked with stakeholders in negotiating various contracts and responsible for getting relevant input on contract terms across LOBs. Negotiated directly with sell-side customer attorneys (both in-house and outside counsel) and procurement attorneys.  Developed contract templates and guidelines that measurably reduced corporate risk exposure.  Managed successful SEC examination, receiving a letter of zero deficiencies.  Played key role in navigating and negotiating large-scale merger. Intricately involved in negotiating the purchase agreement as well as responding to hundreds of due diligence questions, resulting in being financially rewarded by company CEO due to the success of the purchase.  Reviewed and approved marketing materials for regulatory compliance.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Reviewed and negotiated various buy-side contracts and advised various LOBs and the Executive Committee regarding the same. These contracts included procurement contracts and negotiated better terms for our company e.g., removal of a risky guaranty provision. Drafted and maintained contract templates and playbooks. Developed and provided training for contract stakeholders. Assured on-time processing of all contracts. Provided expert advice to Executive Committee regarding legal risks and challenges. Drafted correspondence, memoranda, severance agreements and other documentation. Reviewed and updated NC 529 Plan disclosure documents and forms. Acted as key advisor to senior management regarding the NC 529 Plan; reviewed and negotiated financing contracts to fund student loans. Advised senior management regarding risks associated with corporate governance, 501(c)(3) status, 529 Plans, and complex regulations. Managed outside counsel as necessary.

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Reviewed and negotiated various buy-side contracts and advised various LOBs, including the sales team, and the Executive Committee regarding the same. These contracts included contracts wherein I negotiated better terms for our company. For example, I was able to get fee structures that were more advantageous to our company. These contracts included technology contracts, SOWs, procurement agreements, trading, hedge fund, structured finance, NDAs and client agreements; confirmed derivative trades including for hedge/mutual funds and retirement plans. Lead the drafting and maintenance of contract templates and playbooks. Developed and provided training for contract stakeholders. Trusted advisor to portfolio managers, traders, and clients regarding various contract terms. Managed and drafted severance agreements and employment contracts with a focus on minimizing risk in administration of layoffs. Advised internal clients on risks relevant to ERISA, employment regulations and the Investment Advisers and Investment Company Acts. Managed outside counsel as necessary. Assisted various LOBs with contracts, working with and across LOBs, including the sales team. Negotiated contracts with public sector, private sector and international customers as well as large strategic customers.  Negotiated directly with client attorneys (both in-house and outside counsel).  Assisted clients, traders, and portfolio managers in navigating risks involved in trading contracts provisions in light of the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy.  In charge of, and developed, contract templates establishing strong, minimal-risk foundation for company-wide trading activity.  Lead a team to revise the entire Personnel Policy Manual to ensure regulatory and legal compliance, minimize risk and assure employee familiarity with company policies.  Drafted and revised benefits documentation to ensure compliance with employment law.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Provided legal advice to executive team and ensured compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

Tried civil lawsuits in state court. Met with clients; conducted legal research and discovery and determined trial strategy.

Jd, Law

Bachelor'S Degree, Sociology And Criminal Justice