Jennifer Sanders, Assistant General Counsel at The Weather Channel

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the WHAT THE PR!V*CY Podcast. Today, Andrew is joined by Jennifer Sanders, a seasoned legal expert whose illustrious career spans across prestigious tech giants and innovative startups alike.Jennifer's journey began as Chief Division Counsel at BEA Systems, Inc., where she provided invaluable legal guidance to executive-level management. She then transitioned to Oracle as a Legal Director before taking on a pivotal role on the Board of Directors for the Association of Corporate Counsel's San Francisco Bay Area Chapter.In 2009, Jennifer's expertise led her to Viacom, where she served as Senior Counsel for Business & Legal Affairs, specialising in digital law and negotiating complex gaming and licensing agreements for Nickelodeon's online properties. Her role also encompassed privacy compliance and negotiating third-party agreements for data usage and advertising.With a wealth of experience under her belt, Jennifer ventured into the realm of outside counsel, providing legal and business expertise for mid and small-sized technology companies. Her focus included navigating complex technology transactions, privacy and data protection, and developing tools and processes for business growth.At Accenture, Jennifer served as Senior Product Attorney, supporting product engineering and business teams across a spectrum of products, platforms, and emerging technologies. She played a pivotal role in managing internal legal teams, providing deal escalation support, and ensuring regulatory compliance, privacy, licensing models, and IP protection.Jennifer's journey continued as General Counsel at Oh My Green, where she collaborated with the executive team and board of directors to foster company growth. Her responsibilities encompassed managing corporate legal affairs, partnerships, regulatory compliance, and deal support for intellectual property transactions.Currently, as Assistant General Counsel for The Weather Channel, Jennifer lends her expertise to navigating privacy issues within the intricate "Ad Tech" ecosystem. Join us as we delve into Jennifer's wealth of experience and insights into the complex intersection of law and technology.