Ryan Carlin
About Ryan Carlin
Ryan Carlin is a legal intern at Brown-Forman, where he focuses on corporate governance and SEC matters. He studies at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law and has a background in chemistry from Murray State University.
Work at Brown-Forman
Ryan Carlin has been employed as a Legal Intern at Brown-Forman since 2023. In this role, he operates in a hybrid work environment based in Louisville, Kentucky. His responsibilities include drafting memos for executive leaders and the Board of Directors, focusing on corporate governance and SEC matters. He also conducts compliance checks for SEC filings, such as the Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Stockholders and the Annual Report on Form 10-K. Additionally, he communicates with international employees regarding the status of privacy contracts in their respective markets.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Carlin is currently pursuing a Juris Doctor degree at the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville, where he has been studying since 2021 and is expected to graduate in 2024. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Murray State University, completing his studies there from 2017 to 2021. His academic background supports his expertise in legal research and corporate governance.
Background
Ryan Carlin has a diverse professional background that includes experience in legal and marketing roles. Before joining Brown-Forman, he worked as a Video & Social Media Assistant at Talgrace Marketing from 2018 to 2019. He also served as a Technology Transfer Extern at the University of Louisville Research and Innovation for four months in 2023. His varied experiences contribute to his understanding of both legal and marketing aspects within corporate environments.
Research and Database Management
In his current role, Ryan maintains a database concerning governance practices of publicly-listed family-controlled companies. He also researches and updates the state Alcohol Franchise Law database. These tasks demonstrate his commitment to ensuring accurate and up-to-date information in the legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to his work.