Jeffrey J. Beard, Cipp/Us Email & Phone Number

Rosemont, IL, US

Portsmouth, NH, US

Currently pursuing IAPP CIPM Certfication (Certified Information Privacy Manager).

Dallas, TX, US

Propelled, enhanced, and expanded MoneyGram International's Data Governance Strategy & ExecutionIntroduced fresh ideas and perspectives through substantial combined Legal, Technical, Privacy, IG, and eDiscovery expertise and thought leadership.Led cross-functional team of professionals working across on-premise and cloud systems in complex computing.

Armonk, New York, NY, US

• Top Performer & Lead Expert on IBM elite team specializing in strategies and solutions for Fortune 500 companies with complex Information/Data Governance, eDiscovery, Data Privacy/Protection, Cybersecurity, Regulatory.
• Worked with F500 companies to develop, define, and execute successful Information Lifecycle Governance Program, including the cross-functional Information Governance Steering Committee and supporting groups
• Generated $5-50+ million in client value by developing holistic intersecting IG/ILG, Data Privacy/Protection, and eDiscovery programs, processes, and enabling technology, including significant cost reduction
• Successfully engaged with Fortune 500 Legal, IG, RIM, IT/Cyber, Privacy, and Risk executives (CIO, CISO, CDO, CTO, GC/AGC, CPO) and their teams
• Developed and conveyed best practices, insights, risks, benefits, and potential impacts, including regulatory compliance with GDPR, Data Breach laws, and eDiscovery, including data minimization and defensible disposition
• Expertly conveyed strategic vision paired with tactical/operational solutions

Minneapolis, MN, US

• Managing eDiscovery consultant in Faegre & Benson's national eDiscovery consulting practice, including leadership of eDiscovery and ESI specialists.Key Accomplishments:
• Drove revenues and satisfaction 200% by analyzing, developing, and implementing a completely new data services model.
• Provided strategic and tactical electronic discovery services to clients and legal teams across a wide range of active matters (including successful $1 Billion litigation).Set strategy, developed, and implemented best.
• Developed successful Data Analysis strategies; executed with tangible results in sync with attorneys
• Successfully introduced and applied statistical sampling methodology in winning IP case with >1M ESI documents, which significantly sped resolution while eliminating related cost and risk
• Engaged clients directly to scope/map electronic data repositories and data retention/expiration

US

• Key Accomplishments:
• Successfully developed strategic eDiscovery guidance and tactical data analyses in landmark “Big Tech” $1+ Billion antitrust litigation, including solutions to address significant preservation and collection compliance.
• Advised clients on FRCP eDiscovery compliance, enterprise litigation readiness and response, legal hold, records retention and IG, including data governance, monitoring, mitigating data breach risks, and retention best.
• Developed new process design and advised clients on eDiscovery and IG policies and procedures; worked in conjunction with clients’ Legal, Cyber/IT, Records Management, Compliance, HR, and business units

Irving, Texas, US

• Led the Corporate Legal Division’s Information Technology Section and dedicated Legal IT team by innovating key processes and systems:Key Accomplishments:
• Developed vision, set strategy and led Six Sigma teams to identify, acquire, and implement key technology and process solutions, including matter-centric email, document, & matter management systems
• Reduced outside counsel legal spend by $5M/year by instituting new e-billing system and change management for legal invoices, and integrating with matter management and corporate payment systems
• Worked with Regulatory Counsel on EU Data Protection Directive, data transfer, etc. for EU counselProvided Additional Value Through:
• Defining business and functional requirements, vendor review and negotiation, and system selection efforts to ensure new systems conform to IG standards
• Conducting and documenting SOX procedures, controls, and compliance for relevant IT controls; minimizing audit risk

US

J.D. (Top Third)

B.S., Cum Laude, Business Management (With Concentration In Financial Accounting)