Cherilyn G. Carlsen
Asst. General Counsel @ Johnson & Johnson | AI/ML | Data Enablement | Health Technology
- Role
- Assistant General Counsel at Johnson & Johnson
- Location
- New Brunswick, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cherilyn G. Carlsen
With over 25 years of experience in technology law, I specialize in guiding organizations through the complex intersection of law, technology, and healthcare innovation. My expertise lies in aligning legal strategies with organizational values to foster transformative digital initiatives that improve patient outcomes and advance global healthcare standards.
Experience
Assistant General Counsel
Jan 2024 — Present · New Brunswick, NJ, US
I provide strategic counsel on emerging and transformative technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI (GenAI), Internet of Things (IoT), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS). Collaborating closely with MedTech and Innovative Medicine leaders, I structure and negotiate critical digital and data-focused agreements that support clinical research, digital health solutions, and AI-powered innovations. My work ensures robust data governance, cybersecurity practices, and compliance with global privacy regulations.As a key contributor to Johnson & Johnson’s GenAI Governance Council, I review and advise on hundreds of use cases, refine training materials, and help shape enterprise-wide policies to promote the responsible adoption of AI. Additionally, I collaborate with the Government Affairs & Policy team to analyze and provide feedback on regulatory proposals, including AI legislation and national innovation policies, helping to shape industry positions and drive meaningful reform.
Education
Seton Hall University School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Skills
- Technology
- Cloud Computing
- Strategic Planning
- Corporate Development
- Cloud Security
- Corporate Law
- Information Security
- Channel Partners
- Technology Transactions
- Privacy Policies
- Hardware
- Open Source
- Software Licensing
- Revenue Recognition
- Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Data Privacy
- Corporate Governance
- Strategy
- E-Commerce
- Strategic Alliances
- Privacy Law
- Trademarks
- Compliance
- Licensing
- Professional Services
- Business Operations
- Contract Negotiation
- Knowledge Management
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Intellectual Property
- Leadership
- Contract Law
- Negotiation
- Software
- Internal Controls
- Enterprise Software
- Subcontracting
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