Alec Ariano
About Alec Ariano
Alec Ariano serves as the Legal Director for the Americas at Eptura, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in law and human resources, with previous roles at Condeco, Dennemeyer, and Zones, Inc., and specializes in transforming legal departments into strategic partners within technology-oriented companies.
Work at Eptura
Alec Ariano serves as the Legal Director for the Americas at Eptura. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's legal strategies and operations. His role involves overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance within the organization. Ariano specializes in transforming the Legal department's role within technology-oriented companies, focusing on making it a strategic partner rather than a barrier.
Previous Experience in Legal Roles
Prior to his current position at Eptura, Alec Ariano worked at Condeco as the Legal Director for the Americas for seven months in 2022. He also served as Senior Corporate Counsel at Condeco for four months in 2021. Before that, he was Corporate Counsel at Dennemeyer from 2018 to 2021, and Corporate Attorney at Zones, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. His experience includes roles that emphasize legal compliance and strategic legal partnerships.
Education and Expertise
Alec Ariano holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He also earned a Master's degree in Human Resources and Labor Relations from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee between 2013 and 2014. Additionally, he obtained a Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School from 2009 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in SaaS negotiations and HR issues.
Career Progression
Alec Ariano's career in the legal field began at CDW, where he worked as an Account Manager for one year in 2007. He transitioned to a role as Attorney - Contract Negotiator at CDW from 2014 to 2016. His progression through various legal roles demonstrates his commitment to enhancing the function of legal departments within organizations, particularly in technology sectors.