Terry D. Thornley
About Terry D. Thornley
Terry D. Thornley serves as the General Counsel (APAC) and Data Protection Officer for Spencer Stuart in Singapore, where he has worked since 2018. He has a strong legal background, having previously held roles at Spencer Stuart and earned degrees from the University of Arizona and Chicago-Kent College of Law.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Terry D. Thornley has been serving as General Counsel (APAC) and Data Protection Officer in Singapore at Spencer Stuart since 2018. In this role, he oversees legal matters across the Asia-Pacific region and ensures compliance with data protection regulations. Prior to this position, he worked as General Counsel (APAC) from 2016 to 2018 in Shanghai, China, and as Assistant General Counsel from 2010 to 2016 in the Greater Chicago Area. During his tenure, he has led a global risk team responsible for developing and implementing risk programs, including the KYC/sanctions review process and a global training program.
Education and Expertise
Terry D. Thornley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He then attended the Chicago-Kent College of Law at the Illinois Institute of Technology, graduating with a Juris Doctor degree with Honors in 2006. Additionally, he completed the Program for Leadership Development at Harvard Business School from 2018 to 2019. Thornley holds professional certifications, including CIPP/A and CIPM from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), highlighting his expertise in privacy and data protection.
Achievements
In 2019, Terry D. Thornley received the Lou Rieger recognition award for his role in successfully handling the incorporation and setup of a new regional business line as part of a carve-out acquisition. This recognition underscores his capability in managing complex legal and operational challenges within a corporate environment.
Background
Terry D. Thornley has a diverse professional background in legal and compliance roles, with significant experience in the Asia-Pacific region and the United States. His career at Spencer Stuart spans over a decade, during which he has contributed to the firm's legal strategy and risk management initiatives. His educational background in law and management information systems provides a strong foundation for his work in data protection and corporate governance.