Shreshta Velgonda
About Shreshta Velgonda
Shreshta Velgonda is a Senior Corporate Counsel with extensive experience in legal roles at various companies, including Klaviyo and Amazon. She specializes in complex commercial transactions and compliance programs.
Current Role at Klaviyo
Shreshta Velgonda serves as the Senior Corporate Counsel at Klaviyo, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she specializes in structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial transactions. She is also involved in the formulation and implementation of compliance programs within the organization. Her focus includes process-oriented improvements and the administration of legal issues related to commercial relationships.
Previous Experience at Klaviyo
Prior to her current role, Shreshta Velgonda worked at Klaviyo as Corporate Counsel from 2021 to 2022. During this time, she contributed to various legal initiatives and supported the company's commercial operations. Her experience at Klaviyo builds on her extensive legal background and expertise in corporate law.
Experience at Amazon
Shreshta Velgonda held the position of Contracts Manager at Amazon from 2020 to 2021. In this role, she managed contract negotiations and ensured compliance with legal standards. Her tenure at Amazon provided her with valuable experience in a high-paced corporate environment.
Legal Background and Education
Shreshta Velgonda has a strong educational foundation in law. She earned her Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Washington School of Law in 2020. Prior to that, she completed her B.A.LL.B (Hons.) at Jindal Global Law School from 2009 to 2014. Her academic background supports her expertise in legal matters and corporate governance.
Early Career and Internships
Shreshta Velgonda began her legal career with various internships, gaining experience in different legal environments. Notable internships include positions at J. Sagar Associates, Nishith Desai Associates, and Vodafone Essar South Limited in 2013. These roles provided her with foundational knowledge and skills that contributed to her subsequent positions in corporate law.