Becoming a Strategic Business Leader: Elevating Your Legal Role

Becoming a Strategic Business Leader: Elevating Your Legal Role

Join us for an exclusive Member Talk and QA session with Gavin Walles, DPO, General Counsel and Head of Core Operations at Mention Me.

Gavin brings a wealth of experience from his career at Amazon, Virgin, and Mention Me, where he leads the Legal, People, Office and IT and Revenue Operations functions, works closely with the CEO, and serves on the board of directors. Known for his innovative and pragmatic approach, Gavin has successfully transitioned his legal expertise into a strategic business leadership role.

What we will discuss in this Member Talk and Q&A:

• Gavin’s Journey:
  • Transitioning from a legal role to strategic business leadership.
  • Leading cross-functional teams and working closely with the CEO and board of directors.

• Examples of High-Impact Projects:
  • Leveraging innovative legal strategies to add business value.
  • Streamlining processes and leading initiatives that showcase strategic value.

• Practical Takeaways:
  • Traits like problem-solving, business acumen, and leadership that help you stand out.
  • Insights into stepping into broader roles, such as acting as a general manager.
  • Tips for navigating board-level exposure and taking on high-impact responsibilities.

This session offers inspiration and actionable ideas to expand your influence, elevate your profile, and transition into a leadership role that drives business success.

Hope to see you there!