Sarah Edwards
About Sarah Edwards
Sarah Edwards is the Corporate Counsel, Channel and Alliances at Talkdesk, with extensive experience in legal roles within the IT/SaaS industry.
Corporate Counsel at Talkdesk
Sarah Edwards currently serves as Corporate Counsel, Channel and Alliances at Talkdesk. In this role, she provides legal support and guidance to sales and partner teams, focusing on developing concise, creative, and practical solutions. Her expertise includes negotiating commercial partner agreements to support strategic channel growth initiatives. Her work emphasizes the importance of creating effective agreements that align with the company's broader business goals.
Career at Northwoods
Before joining Talkdesk, Sarah Edwards held several key positions at Northwoods. She served as General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer from 2019 to 2022 in the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area. Prior to that, she was General Counsel from 2016 to 2019, and Associate General Counsel from 2011 to 2016, based in Dublin, Ohio. In these roles, Sarah oversaw the company’s legal needs, contributing significantly to the company’s administrative and legal structure over her tenure.
Early Career and Legal Experience
Sarah Edwards began her legal career at Standley Law Group LLP, where she worked as an Associate Attorney specializing in Intellectual Property and Litigation from 2007 to 2011. She subsequently worked as a Trademark Examining Attorney at the United States Patent and Trademark Office from 2006 to 2007. Her early career provided her with a strong foundation in handling trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property law.
Educational Background
Sarah Edwards obtained her Juris Doctor (JD) from Emory University School of Law, which equipped her with the legal expertise required for her various roles. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English from The Ohio State University. This diverse educational background has allowed her to excel in both the legal and administrative aspects of her career.
Expertise in Tech Transactions and Licensing
Sarah Edwards has a demonstrated history of expertise in Tech Transactions and Licensing. Her experience in the IT/SaaS industry, combined with her strong background in negotiating commercial partner agreements, positions her as a knowledgeable professional in this sector. She is known for her adaptability and efficiency, key traits that have contributed to her successful career in corporate law.