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Charlotte, Nc, Us

Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden

Recruited to support global expansion of industrial business unit (IBU). Member of IBU management team. Report to GC with dotted line to IBU President. Oversee implementation of antitrust, anti-corruption, export control, and sustainability initiatives, as well as develop and execute strategic plans for the IBU. Actively participate in multidisciplinary steering committees to promote the company's transition to eco-friendly solutions, such as electric and hydrogen engines, and related services. Serve as co-chair of the Volvo Penta Compliance Committee to improve the company's efficiency and manage the company's whistleblowing program.

Chesapeake, Va

Supported subsidiary on all legal matters, including product design and technology, purchasing, finance, HR, sales, customer support, and communications. Managed legal budget. Member of VPA executive management team, VPA Compliance Due Diligence Committee, and Seven Marine Committee. Chair of Covid-19 Committee. Reported to VPA President. Utilized corporate compliance policies to establish multiple initiatives, including competition regulations, anti-bribery measures, export regulations, and data protection, by conducting training, consultations, and implementing internal protocols.

Gothenburg, Sweden

Recruited to lead antitrust/competition law matters and related efforts for parent company (AB Volvo). Managed external counsel on litigation, conducted internal inquiries on competition law, and promoted a proactive strategy towards compliance and risk control. Monitored legal updates that involved regulatory developments and changes in strategic initiatives.

Greenbsoro, Nc

Undertook additional commercial responsibilities, expanding into senior counsel role. Member of HR Country Committee. Member of Global Labor and Employment Network. Completed 6-month short-term assignment in Gothenburg, Sweden for Vovlo Group (2015). Oversaw international cases and global corporate matters. Managed and secured execution of all corporate documents, including shareholder agreements and resolutions for companies in Volvo Group.

Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area

Oversaw employment law matters for all Volvo Group companies in North America. Advised HR on hiring, firing, discipline, discrimination, immigration, privacy, safety, company policy, document retention, and wages. Managed employment litigation, supervised external counsel, and strategized cost-effective resolutions.

Greenville, South Carolina, United States

Represented employers in wage and hour collective and class actions, ERISA class actions, and Title VII class actions. Conducted investigations, interviewed witnesses, took and defended depositions, communicated recommendations, and argued in court. Conducted trainings for employment-related legal matters. Supervised and managed paralegals and litigation support staff.

Charleston, South Carolina

J.D., Cum Laude

Top 20%; ABA Real Property, Probate, and Trust Journal (Articles Editor)

International Mba