Prepare and actively manage Privacy & Security Plans to bring new, aggressive companies and Brands into the more secure, trusted Walmart technology environment. Build comprehensive Privacy and Information Security Programs for these innovative companies that enable great Customer Experience while balancing privacy and security risks to the new companies, the larger Walmart organization and customer expectations.

Create and implement a global Privacy Risk Management Program (including “Privacy by Design”) for the Gap, Inc. global business, including GAP, BANANA REPUBLIC, OLD NAVY and other acquired Brands.

As Compliance and Ethics Officer for the organizations operating as Walmart Technology, Global Sourcing, Global Customer Analytics, Global Business Processes, Global Shared Services, and International Logistics around the world, responsible for building teams and systems to address Compliance risks for those international organizations at a massive scale. Focus on creating a culture of compliance and respect for our Statement of Ethics in global interactions. Recognized in both roles as a trusted business advisor and partner.PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHSCorporate Governance & Ethics Board/Executive Counsel Business Partner with Retail ExperienceIntellectual Property Strategy Leadership & Talent Development Judgment & Confidence Privacy & Security including HIPAA Develop Legal/Compliance Systems Diversity & CollaborationSourcing & Supply Chain Outside Counsel Management Data-Driven StrategiesEmployment Practices Agile & Lean Six Sigma ProcessEmerging TechnologiesLicensing, Commercial Transactions Budget & Resource ResponsibilityPresentation and Communication

Lead lawyer for Privacy & Security at Walmart. Responsible for assessment and active remediation of Legal and Compliance risks associated with consumer, Associate and company data for the Walmart domestic and international businesses. Oversee and manage the legal and compliance components of global information governance programs for Walmart and Sam’s Club operations as well as the Global eCommerce businesses across the enterprise. Advise senior executive management on technology and information issues. Areas of Subject Matters Emphasis:• PCI, GLBA, HIPAA, SOX, FCRA • NIST, COSO, ISO Risk Frameworks• Information Governance• Big Data Models and Uses• International Data Protection • Global Insights and Analytics• Intellectual Property Strategy• M&A / Business Development• Vendor Assessments• Legal Department AdministrationResponsible for assessment of Legal and Compliance risks associated with consumer, employee, and company data for the Walmart domestic and international businesses. Oversee and manage the global information governance programs for Walmart and Sam’s Club store operations as well as the Global eCommerce businesses across the enterprise. Advise senior executive management on technology and information issues.

Founded a Start-up organization dedicated to the invention, development, and implementation of data protection tools and technology solutions for small, medium, and large businesses. Managed several teams of technical, administrative, and legal personnel as the founder of the organization. Developed automated processes to address risk and compliance issues to technology-forward and data-driven frameworks for assessing information risks, compliance with applicable laws, contract management and predictive analytics for legal matters.In addition, as a secondary business development, we helped our client organizations to promote sound privacy and data protection practices in their businesses with new and improved “Training & Awareness” methods designed to raise understanding and appreciation for these relatively obscure or potentially unknown areas among employees.

Partner in the Intellectual Property group advising global clients with extensive Patent and Trademark portfolios in a number of industries, including Retail, Hospitality, Financial Services, and Consumer Products. Founded the Privacy & Data Security practice for an AMLAW 100 firm with approximately 700 lawyers across the world.