David Thompson
About David Thompson
David Thompson serves as the General Counsel at Headway, having previously held various legal positions, including Law Clerk at the Supreme Court of the U.S. and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is an accomplished author and speaker, with expertise in health, online reputation, and privacy issues.
Work at Headway
David Thompson serves as General Counsel at Headway, a position he has held since 2024. He is based in New York, United States. In this role, he provides legal guidance and oversight to the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Education and Expertise
David Thompson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Computer Science from Yale University, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He later earned a Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School, studying from 2004 to 2007. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both legal and technical disciplines.
Background
David Thompson has a diverse professional background in law and consulting. He began his career as an Associate Consultant at Braun Consulting from 2002 to 2003. He then worked as a Research Assistant at Stanford Law School from 2005 to 2007. His legal experience includes positions at various prestigious law firms and courts, including the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the U.S.
Achievements
David Thompson has authored two bestselling books: 'The Reputation Economy', which gained recognition from the New York Times, and 'Wild West 2.0', which became a bestseller on Amazon.com. He has also made nationwide speaking appearances on topics such as health, online reputation, and privacy issues, and chaired the Law Seminars International 'Buying and Selling Data' Conference in Seattle, WA.
Previous Legal Positions
Before joining Headway, David Thompson held several significant legal roles. He served as General Counsel at Included Health from 2013 to 2024 and worked at Reputation.com as General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he practiced law at Munger, Tolles & Olson from 2010 to 2013 and at Weil, Gotshal & Manges as an Attorney Clerk in 2005.