Jocelyn Lamm Startz
About Jocelyn Lamm Startz
Jocelyn Lamm Startz serves as the Senior Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs at Kinesso, LLC, where she provides legal guidance on regulatory matters affecting the advertising industry. With a background in law and extensive experience in various legal roles, she manages a team of Senior Counsel and advises multiple departments within the organization.
Current Role at Interpublic Group
Jocelyn Lamm Startz serves as Senior Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs at Kinesso, LLC, a subsidiary of Interpublic Group (IPG). She has held this position since 2013, contributing over a decade of experience in legal and business affairs within the advertising industry. In her role, she provides legal guidance on regulatory developments, particularly concerning data and privacy laws such as GDPR and CCPA. Startz manages a team that includes Senior Counsel, ensuring that legal compliance is maintained across various business operations.
Previous Experience in Legal Affairs
Prior to her current role, Jocelyn Lamm Startz held various legal positions in notable organizations. She worked as an Associate at Rosenfeld Meyer & Susman LLP for one year in the Greater Los Angeles Area. She then served as Associate Director of Legal & Business Affairs at Lucas Digital Ltd. for two years in the San Francisco Bay Area. Following that, she was Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Beatnik, Inc. for two years. Startz also worked as General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Organic, Inc. for seven years, further solidifying her expertise in legal matters.
Educational Background
Jocelyn Lamm Startz has a strong educational foundation in law and the humanities. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Yale Law School. Prior to that, she studied History & Literature at Harvard University, where she graduated Magna cum laude with an A.B. Additionally, she pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Relations at Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). This diverse educational background supports her legal expertise and understanding of complex regulatory environments.
Legal Advisory and Compliance Expertise
In her capacity at Kinesso, Jocelyn Lamm Startz provides legal advice to multiple departments, including human resources, marketing, and information technology. She focuses on legal issues that impact their operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Startz's expertise in data and privacy laws is particularly relevant in the advertising industry, where she navigates the complexities of GDPR and CCPA to protect the organization and its clients.
Career Development and Progression
Jocelyn Lamm Startz has demonstrated a progressive career trajectory within the legal field. She began her legal career as Assistant General Counsel at the National Endowment for the Arts, followed by roles at LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC and Lucas Learning Ltd. as Corporate Counsel. Her extensive experience across various sectors, including digital media and advertising, has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of legal affairs in diverse business contexts.