Experience

Platform Science

• United States
• Software Development
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Contracts Director

  • Apr 2021 - Present



BlackBerry

• Canada
• Software Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Contracts Director

  • Feb 2019 - Apr 2021

  I have 15 years of experience in contract negotiation, contract management, contract administration and contract operations. I have worked in the telecommunications, technology, software, and cybersecurity industries. In particular, I have been a part of large, global corporations and small, start-up companies as well as being an integral part of the acquisition and merger transactions for several companies. For BlackBerry, my job responsibilities are as follows: • Under the direct supervision of the VP, Deputy General Counsel and VP, Legal Affairs, I reviewed, drafted and negotiated over 1,300 Non-Disclosure Agreements, Software License Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Vendor Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Statements of Work, Partner Agreements, Purchase Orders and various other types of contracts • Implemented, managed and established the company’s contract management system on a daily basis • Facilitated, shepherded and maintained overall contract lifecycle process from contract draft to execution • Advised business units on issues, risks and relevant legal terms, approval processes and company policies and procedures • Collaborated with BlackBerry’s Sourcing team in procurement integration efforts • Worked closely with department attorneys and key business stakeholders on complex deal transactions • Collaborated with the internal legal department and relevant business teams on updating form templates • Managed, trained and mentored contracts administrator on contract administrative duties • Assisted in IPO preparation and merger and acquisition due diligence projects ensuring tight deadlines are met • Assisted with internal company audits for SOC2 compliance and other corporate compliance measures • Worked closely with finance, procurement, sales, HR, executives and other departments to ensure company objectives and business interests are met • Maintained the Legal Department’s central contract repository Show less



Cylance Inc. (acquired by BlackBerry Limited)

• Irvine, CA

• Director of Contracts Administration

  • Nov 2015 - Feb 2019

  contracts negotiation, contracts management, creation and implementation of contract management policies and processes contracts negotiation, contracts management, creation and implementation of contract management policies and processes



Yahoo

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 700 & Above Employee

• Contracts Manager

  • Nov 2013 - Oct 2015

  • Under the direct supervision of the General Counsel, reviewed Non-Disclosure Agreements, Sales Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Data Licensing Agreements, Vendor Agreements and various other types of contracts • Implemented and managed the company’s contract management system on a daily basis • Assisted in IPO preparation and merger and acquisition due diligence projects ensuring deadlines are met • Worked with key contributors from Yahoo and BrightRoll to successfully transition and integrate contracts from BrightRoll to Yahoo • Contributed to the formulation of legal department playbook positions and department policies • Acted as a liaison between department attorneys, company stakeholders, and other internal and external parties involved in the contract negotiation and approval process • Collaborated with finance, procurement, sales, HR, executives, and other departments to ensure company business interests and objectives are met • Proficient in MS Office in particular, track changes, redline edits, spreadsheets, and redline comparisons • Maintained the legal department’s contract repository system • Trained business units on contractual processes and procedures • Generated reports for the legal department and relative business units Show less



ACTIVE Network

• United States
• Software Development
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Sr. Contract Administrator

  • Aug 2011 - Nov 2013

  • Under the direct supervision of the Associate General Counsel, I drafted and negotiated over 450 Non-Disclosure Agreements, Software Licensing Agreements, RFP’s, Master Services Agreements, purchase orders, statements of work, vendor supplier contracts, consulting agreements, termination letters, and various other commercial agreements • Managed the contract process workflow of an average of 150 contracts per month • Prepared, reviewed, and approved contractual agreements in conjunction with sales and procurement team members and escalate contract negotiation with legal counsel when necessary • Analyzed contracts to assess legal and business risks or issues • Implemented, managed, and maintained company’s contract management system • Facilitated and shepherded overall management of the contract lifecycle from contract draft to execution • Created and managed standard contract templates and forms • Trained business units on contractual processes and procedures • Generated monthly reports for the legal department • Acted as a liaison between department attorneys, company stakeholders, and other internal and external parties involved in the contract negotiation and approval process • Collaborated with accounting, procurement, sales, HR, executives, and other business-related departments to ensure company business interests and objectives were met • Proficient in MS Office in particular, track changes, redline edits, spreadsheets, and comparisons • Created and maintained the legal department’s contract repository system Show less



LG Electronics Mobilecomm USA Inc.

• San Diego, CA

• Sr. Contract Administrator

  • Feb 2010 - Aug 2011

  • Under the direct supervision of the General Counsel, drafted and negotiated over 300 Non-Disclosure Agreements, Master Services Agreements, statements of work, vendor supplier contracts, testing agreements, consulting agreements, and various other commercial agreements • Prepared, reviewed, and approved contractual agreements in conjunction with key account team members and escalate contract negotiation with legal counsel when necessary • Analyzed contracts to assess legal and business risks or issues • Oversaw company standard operating procedures and policies are followed while protecting company’s proprietary interests • Facilitated overall management of the contract lifecycle from contract draft to execution • Maintained company’s contract management system • Prepared periodic reports and maintained performance metrics relating to the contract function • Collaborated with marketing, accounting, financial planning, supply chain management, facilities and operations, and other business-related departments to ensure company business interests and objectives are met in relation to contracts • Proficient in MS Office in particular, track changes, redline edits, and comparisons • Assisted legal department with discovery requests Show less



Global Tower Partners

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lease Administrator

  • Jan 2006 - Feb 2010

  • Managed over 1,900 existing contracts and related documents including insurance certificates, term renewals, purchase orders, internal and external documentation requests, lease, amendments, and on-going site data entry • Administered, tracked, and routed over 400 contracts from draft to execution for various telecommunication companies such as T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon, MetroPCS, Cricket Communications, and Sprint • Demonstrated ability to administer 10-15 contracts at one time • Evaluated and negotiated contracts with sales representatives and legal personnel to ensure company policies, terms and conditions, and customer specifications have been fulfilled • Coordinated and communicated with clients to ensure contracts are accurate and completed in a timely manner and to resolve any contract concerns • Modified and revised contracts by adding, deleting, reviewing, and updating terms, conditions, and legal terminology • Abstracted contracts and entered pertinent data in company database • Cooperated with the Operations Manager to ensure project was completed on schedule provided standard policies, procedures, and requirements have been met • Communicated and collaborated with accounting department to ensure proper billing to clients • Acted as the point of contact for and liaison between sales teams, accounting department, legal, management, clients, vendors, and personnel Show less