Tom Lynch
About Tom Lynch
Tom Lynch serves as the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at BillionToOne, bringing over 20 years of experience in legal and compliance roles within the life sciences sector. He holds a Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School and a Bachelor of Arts from Stanford University.
Current Role at BillionToOne
Tom Lynch serves as the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at BillionToOne, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing legal and compliance matters within the organization. He also acts as the Board Secretary, ensuring that the company adheres to regulatory requirements and maintains proper governance practices.
Education and Expertise
Tom Lynch holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Stanford University. He earned a Juris Doctor degree from Boston College Law School. Additionally, he obtained a Master’s degree in Teaching from the University of St. Thomas and a Mini-MBA in Medical Device Management from the same institution. His educational background supports his expertise in legal compliance, risk management, and healthcare regulations.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role, Tom Lynch held several significant positions in the legal and compliance sectors. He served as Chief Legal & Compliance Officer at Nuwellis, Inc. from 2018 to 2021 and as Chief Compliance Officer at Fortive Corporation from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes roles at Boston Scientific Corporation and Novartis, where he held senior legal counsel positions. He began his legal career at Dorsey & Whitney LLP.
Teaching and Academic Involvement
Tom Lynch has been an Adjunct Professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law since 2018. In this capacity, he shares his extensive knowledge and experience in legal compliance and risk management with students, contributing to their professional development in the field of law.
Board Membership and Leadership
Tom Lynch serves as a member of the board of directors for an early-stage medical device company focused on diagnosing and treating peripheral artery disease and cardiorenal disease. His leadership experience includes managing teams of various sizes across legal, compliance, HR, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance functions.