Don Song
About Don Song
Don Song serves as Senior Corporate Counsel at Klaviyo, having previously held positions at Shopify and several law firms. He has a background in law and military service, with a JD from the University of Chicago Law School.
Work at Klaviyo
Don Song currently serves as Senior Corporate Counsel at Klaviyo, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves providing legal guidance and support to the organization, focusing on corporate governance and compliance matters. Klaviyo, based in Boston, Massachusetts, is known for its marketing automation platform that helps businesses engage with their customers effectively.
Previous Experience at Shopify
Before joining Klaviyo, Don Song worked at Shopify as Associate General Counsel, Acceleration, from 2022 to 2023. In this role, he contributed to legal strategies that supported Shopify's growth initiatives. His tenure at Shopify took place in Boston, Massachusetts, where he focused on providing legal support for various business operations.
Legal Career Background
Don Song has an extensive legal background, having worked at several prominent law firms. He was an Associate at Shearman & Sterling LLP from 2019 to 2022 in the Austin, Texas Area, and at Sidley Austin LLP from 2016 to 2019 in Chicago. His experience includes working as a Summer Associate at Sidley Austin LLP in 2015 and as a Clerk at Kim & Chang for one month in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Don Song earned his Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of Chicago Law School, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from the University of Chicago, completing his studies from 2007 to 2013. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal expertise in corporate law.
Military Service
Don Song served in the Republic of Korea Army from 2010 to 2012, where he held the positions of Sergeant and Squad Leader/Personnel Administrator. This experience contributed to his leadership skills and understanding of organizational dynamics.