Spencer Chen
About Spencer Chen
Spencer Chen serves as the General Counsel and Secretary at Subtle Medical, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive legal experience in the healthcare industry, including previous roles at TriReme Medical and Anesiva, and holds a JD from Golden Gate University.
Work at Subtle Medical
Spencer Chen has served as General Counsel and Secretary at Subtle Medical since 2017. In this role, he oversees legal matters and corporate governance, ensuring compliance with regulations in the healthcare sector. His responsibilities include managing the company's intellectual property portfolios and guiding stakeholders on relevant policies. Chen's expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning enhances Subtle Medical's focus on medical image acquisition, aligning legal strategies with the company's innovative goals.
Previous Experience in Corporate Counsel
Before joining Subtle Medical, Spencer Chen held significant legal positions in various organizations. He worked as Senior Corporate Counsel at TriReme Medical, LLC from 2012 to 2021, where he contributed to corporate legal strategies for nearly a decade. Prior to that, he served as Vice President, Legal, Assistant General Counsel & Secretary at Anesiva, Inc. for one year and as Associate Director, Legal at Novacea, Inc. for three years. These roles provided him with extensive experience in corporate law and governance.
Leadership Role at Association of Corporate Counsel
Spencer Chen was the President of the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel from 2021 to 2023. In this leadership position, he engaged with legal professionals to promote best practices and enhance the legal community's resources. His involvement in this organization reflects his commitment to advancing the interests of corporate counsel and fostering professional development within the legal field.
Education and Expertise
Spencer Chen holds a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Golden Gate University, School of Law, where he focused on Tax, Intellectual Property, and Corporate Law. He also completed pre-clinical coursework at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Zoology from Texas A&M University. Chen's educational background supports his regulatory experience and expertise in navigating complex legal environments, particularly in healthcare.
Regulatory and Governance Experience
Spencer Chen possesses extensive regulatory experience, particularly in promotion and sales within the healthcare industry. His strong background in board and C-Suite governance includes SEC reporting, which is essential for corporate compliance. He guides stakeholders on intellectual property policies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements. Additionally, he manages worldwide intellectual property portfolios, focusing on prosecution and risk management objectives.