John Ivascu
About John Ivascu
John Ivascu serves as the Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Forum Energy Technologies. He has a strong legal background with extensive experience in corporate governance, compliance, and litigation management.
Current Role at Forum Energy Technologies
John Ivascu serves as the Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary at Forum Energy Technologies. He has held this position since 2020 and is based in Houston, Texas. In this role, he works closely with the Board of Directors and is part of the senior executive team, overseeing legal and compliance matters within the organization.
Previous Experience at Forum Energy Technologies
Prior to his current role, John Ivascu held several positions at Forum Energy Technologies. He was the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary from 2019 to 2020, and before that, he served as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, and Secretary from 2018 to 2019. His career at the company began as Assistant General Counsel from 2011 to 2015, followed by Vice President, Associate General Counsel, and Assistant Secretary from 2015 to 2018.
Legal Career at Vinson and Elkins L.L.P.
John Ivascu worked as an Associate at Vinson and Elkins L.L.P. from 2006 to 2011. His focus included capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and bankruptcy matters. This experience contributed to his extensive legal background and expertise in corporate law.
Education and Qualifications
John Ivascu earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Brooklyn Law School, where he studied from 2001 to 2004. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting, cum laude, from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, completed from 1995 to 1999. His educational background supports his legal and compliance roles in corporate settings.
Experience with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Before joining Forum Energy Technologies, John Ivascu worked at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He served as an Attorney in the Division of Enforcement from 2004 to 2006 and as a Student Attorney in 2003. His time at the SEC provided him with valuable experience in regulatory enforcement and compliance matters.