John Lapham

About John Lapham

Extensive history of working in technology, media, and online industries. Significant experience with global M&A, major financings, business partnerships, AI and ML policy, innovation and licensing structure, government relations, public advocacy, and dual-sided marketplaces. Twenty+ years of experience in board rooms supporting board members with business guidance, governance, and strategic planning.

Experience

1. General Counsel

   Shutterstock

   Feb 2021 — Present

   Responsible for leading all aspects of Shutterstock’s global legal strategy, advising Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors on business, legal, and policy issues. As a member of Shutterstock\'s Executive Committee, I advise on innovating and supporting new growth initiatives, global M&A, finance transactions, and major partnerships, including any necessary work with government agencies and clearances globally. I help to shape and advocate Shutterstock\'s AI policies, products, and initiatives, including work with US and EU regulators.

Education

• Pacific Lutheran University

  Political Science and Government

  1985 — 1987

• University of Washington School of Law

  JD

  1990 — 1993

• Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

  BA, Political Science and Government

  1987 — 1989

Skills

• Strategic Partnerships
• Eu Competition Law
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Corporate Finance
• Sec Reporting
• Licensing
• Litigation
• Corporate Governance
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Strategic Planning
• Federal Government Relations
• Joint Ventures
• Corporate Law
• Venture Capital
• Public Speaking
• Digital Media
• Copyright Law
• Intellectual Property
• Competition Law
• Mergers
• Sec Filings
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups