Emily Puchalski
About Emily Puchalski
Emily Puchalski serves as the Director, Sr. Counsel Corporate and Innovation at Tennant Company, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive legal experience, having worked in various roles at companies such as Pentair, Jamf, and 3M, as well as in legal education.
Work at Tennant
Emily Puchalski has been serving as the Director, Sr. Counsel Corporate and Innovation at Tennant Company since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing corporate legal matters and driving innovation initiatives within the organization. Her position involves providing legal guidance on corporate governance, compliance, and strategic projects that align with Tennant's business objectives.
Previous Employment History
Prior to her current role at Tennant, Emily Puchalski held several positions in various organizations. She worked as Corporate Counsel at Pentair from 2018 to 2020 and briefly as Corporate Counsel at Jamf from 2020 to 2023. Additionally, she served as Senior Corporate Counsel at Jamf for one year. Earlier in her career, she was an Attorney Associate at Faegre Baker Daniels LLP from 2014 to 2016 and worked as a Law Clerk at the same firm from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Emily Puchalski earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Minnesota Law School, where she studied from 2010 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Psychology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completed between 2006 and 2010. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal and scientific disciplines.
Teaching Experience
Emily Puchalski has experience in legal education, having served as a Legal Writing Instructor at the University of Minnesota Law School from 2011 to 2013. In this role, she taught students essential legal writing skills, contributing to their development as competent legal professionals. Her teaching experience complements her practical legal expertise.
Career Development
Throughout her career, Emily Puchalski has developed a diverse legal background. She has worked in various capacities, including as Counsel at 3M for six months in 2016 and as an Attorney Contracts Manager at Pentair in 2018. Her roles have equipped her with extensive knowledge in corporate law, contract management, and compliance, making her a valuable asset in her current position.