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The Abstract

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Savvy and strong legal leadership is only becoming more critical in a complex world.

On The Abstract, we'll be interviewing leading legal executives about how they’ve nurtured their careers, grown in their roles, and become true operators within their businesses. At some points, we’ll deal with the pressure of leadership.

We care deeply about helping in-house counsel grow alongside each other. Joi... more

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In this episode of The Abstract, host Tyler Finn speaks with Shanti Ariker, Chief Legal Officer at JFrog, about her unconventional journey from taking a six-year career break to leading legal teams at Salesforce, Twilio, Zendesk, and beyond. Shanti s... more

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In this episode of The Abstract, Tyler Finn sits down with Emmanuel Smith, former NFL linebacker, Super Bowl champion, substitute teacher, and now legal tech professional. Emmanuel shares his remarkable journey from the football field to the classroo... more

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Joe Sullivan
Founder at Joe Sullivan Security and former chief security officer of Facebook, Uber, and Cloudflare
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Heath Tarbert
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Kristin Sverchek
Former president of Lyft
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Dan Haley
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at GILD
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Sean West
Co-founder at Hence Technologies
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Chelsea Grayson
Managing partner focused on corporate restructurings and former CEO of American Apparel and True Religion
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Dana Rao
Former General Counsel at Adobe and Microsoft, and an engineer.
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Episode: Ep 90: From Engineer to Top Lawyer at Adobe and Microsoft with Dana Rao
Rob Chestnut
Former Chief Ethics Officer at Airbnb and author of Intentional Integrity
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Episode: Ep 87: Building a Culture of Integrity with Rob Chestnut, former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer

Host

Tyler Finn
Host of The Abstract

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Matt Tanielian

    Great episode with Matt Tanielian! Really loved all of his insights and how holistically he works. Excellent ideas and sounds like a great person to work with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xandersreckk
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast with leaders in the field

    I always enjoy Tyler Finn’s conversations with GCs and CLOs. The job is harder than it appears and Tyler does a great job of showcasing how these leaders deliver value. I always learn something new. Excited for season 2!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    tghyt5677
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Primer on Legal Ops

    For those people that are looking to get into legal operations, this podcast is a great resource!

    The diversity of experiences of the guests help encapsulate all aspects of the legal operations profession. I look forward for what’s in store!

    Kudos Tyler and the SpotDraft team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HAhaHA why so serious? HAhaHA
    India2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Reviews emphasize the podcast's practical approaches to navigating challenges in legal operations, making it a useful resource for in-house counsel.
The engaging style of discussions makes the content accessible and relevant for legal professionals seeking career growth and best practices in their field.
Listeners appreciate the quality of insights from industry leaders, highlighting educational content that addresses complex legal topics.

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Ep 87: Building a Culture of Integrity with Rob Chestnut, former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer
Q: How do you know when it's the right time to move on to the next thing?
I operate in five-year cycles, feeling that after about five years, I want a new challenge to avoid getting stale.
Ep 87: Building a Culture of Integrity with Rob Chestnut, former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer
Q: What are you most proud of having accomplished while you were there?
The lasting legacy was the talented people I brought into the organization who are still there and carrying on the values.
Ep 87: Building a Culture of Integrity with Rob Chestnut, former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer
Q: Where did the idea for creating a chief ethics officer position come from?
The need arose from observing issues at Uber; the conversation with Brian was about how to drive integrity into the culture to avoid similar problems.
Ep 82: How Carta Built a Legal Team from Scratch & Scaled 10X with April Lindauer, GC
Q: How do you manage the regulatory landscape?
The approach involves having open lines of communication with regulators and hiring external partners for expertise in global regulations.
Ep 82: How Carta Built a Legal Team from Scratch & Scaled 10X with April Lindauer, GC
Q: As you built out that team, how have you gone about hiring and if there are specific things that you look for?
Lindauer focuses on adaptability and problem-solving through behavioral interviewing and role-playing scenarios.

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Focusing on the evolving landscape of legal leadership, this show features conversations with executives who share their journeys, challenges, and insights related to their roles within businesses. Topics such as crisis management, the impact of technology on legal operations, and ethical considerations are frequently discussed. The conversations aim to illuminate the complexities faced by in-house counsel and the importance of adaptability in a dynamic environment, appealing to legal professionals seeking to enhance their own careers and foster communal growth.

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2. Joe Sullivan
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4. Kristin Sverchek
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