Mellisa Maxwell
About Mellisa Maxwell
Mellisa Maxwell serves as the VP & General Counsel at Tackle.io and has extensive experience in legal roles across various organizations. She is also involved in community service and education, focusing on data protection and privacy issues.
Work at Tackle.io
Mellisa Maxwell serves as the Vice President and General Counsel at Tackle.io, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides guidance on compliance and risk management. Her work supports the company's operations and strategic initiatives in the technology sector. Tackle.io is based in Boise, Idaho, where Maxwell has contributed to the company's growth and legal framework.
Current Roles and Board Memberships
In addition to her role at Tackle.io, Mellisa Maxwell is the Secretary of the Board of Directors at Boise Hive, a position she has held since 2017. She is also the Executive Director at Initium Law, Inc., where she has worked since 2018. These roles reflect her commitment to supporting local businesses and legal initiatives in the Boise, Idaho area.
Previous Legal Experience
Mellisa Maxwell has extensive legal experience prior to her current roles. She worked as Assistant Corporate Counsel at Healthwise from 2013 to 2019, and as a Lawyer at Micron Technology from 2009 to 2013. Earlier in her career, she completed a legal clerkship at SEL in 2008. This diverse background has equipped her with a robust understanding of corporate law and legal compliance.
Education and Expertise
Mellisa Maxwell earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Idaho College of Law, where she studied from 2006 to 2009. She also attended The University of Tulsa College of Law for one year. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Clothing, Textiles, and Design from the University of Idaho, completed in 2001. Maxwell is certified by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) since 2015, with a legal focus on intellectual property and privacy.
Community Involvement and Mentorship
Mellisa Maxwell is actively involved in her community, participating on several advisory boards and mentoring emerging professionals. She founded a non-profit organization in 2018 that provides legal expertise to new and small businesses. Additionally, she frequently speaks at events to educate small business owners on data protection and privacy issues, demonstrating her commitment to supporting local entrepreneurs.