Heather Clefisch
About Heather Clefisch
Heather Clefisch serves as the Vice President and Division General Counsel at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where she has worked since 2015. She has extensive experience in corporate mergers and acquisitions and has held various legal positions throughout her career.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Heather Clefisch has served as Vice President & Division General Counsel at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2015. In this role, she leads legal matters for the Global Batteries & Appliances division. Her responsibilities include overseeing corporate mergers and acquisitions, financing, and SEC filings. Prior to her current position, she worked as Division General Counsel for the same division from 2014 to 2015. Clefisch's tenure at Spectrum Brands spans nearly a decade, during which she has contributed significantly to the company's legal strategies and operations.
Education and Expertise
Heather Clefisch earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Wisconsin Law School, completing her studies from 1998 to 2001. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science from Luther College, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. Clefisch specializes in corporate mergers and acquisitions, financing, and SEC filings, demonstrating extensive expertise in these areas throughout her career.
Background
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Heather Clefisch worked at Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. as an Attorney from 2004 to 2012. She also gained experience at Fried Frank, where she worked as an Attorney from 2001 to 2004. Additionally, she began her career at Quad/Graphics, serving as a Sales/Administrative Trainee from 1994 to 1998. This diverse background has equipped her with a broad understanding of legal and corporate environments.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Heather Clefisch has played a pivotal role in legal matters related to corporate mergers and acquisitions. Her leadership in the Global Batteries & Appliances division at Spectrum Brands has positioned her as a key figure in navigating complex legal frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Her extensive experience in corporate law has contributed to the success of various initiatives within the company.