Mark Cluse
About Mark Cluse
Mark Cluse serves as the General Counsel and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Arete Incident Response, where he oversees legal, compliance, security, and risk management functions. He has extensive experience in the legal field, having previously held various roles at Westfield and the Summit County Prosecutor's Office.
Current Role at Arete Incident Response
Mark Cluse serves as the General Counsel and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at Arete Incident Response. He has held this position since 2021, working in a hybrid capacity. In this role, he oversees the legal, compliance, security, and risk management functions of the organization. Cluse collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders to support Arete's growth and innovation initiatives.
Previous Experience at Westfield
Prior to his current role, Mark Cluse worked at Westfield for a total of 17 years in various legal capacities. He served as Managing General Counsel and Assistant Secretary from 2018 to 2021. Before that, he held the position of Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Secretary from 2004 to 2018, and worked as Legal Counsel in Staff Operations from 2000 to 2004. His extensive experience at Westfield contributed to his expertise in legal and compliance matters.
Education and Legal Qualifications
Mark Cluse earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Akron School of Law, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. He also holds a Master of Arts in Public Administration from The University of Akron, achieved during the same period. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics at Youngstown State University from 1987 to 1990. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his legal career.
Policy Implementation at Arete
At Arete Incident Response, Mark Cluse has crafted and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures related to GDPR and HIPAA. He has also established an enterprise risk management program that aligns with the NIST framework. These initiatives demonstrate his commitment to ensuring compliance and managing risks effectively within the organization.
Early Career at Summit County Prosecutor's Office
Mark Cluse began his legal career as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney at the Summit County Prosecutor's Office in Akron, Ohio, where he worked from 1999 to 2000. This role provided him with valuable experience in the legal field and laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in corporate law and compliance.