Samara Zimmerman

About Samara Zimmerman

Results-oriented attorney with a proven track record of delivering exceptional legal solutions and driving business growth. Recognized for my agility, creativity, and commitment to excellence, I bring a wealth of experience in corporate law, technology transactions, and regulatory compliance. Growth mindset with the ability to quickly internalize new material and subject matters to provide resourceful solutions concerning go-to-market (GTM) strategy and product counseling. Passionate about the intersection of law and technology, I thrive in dynamic environments where innovation and forward-thinking are paramount.Extensive background in corporate/commercial law, data privacy, and security, with a focus on technology-driven industries. Skilled in identifying opportunities and negotiating complex commercial contracts to drive revenue and market expansion. Trusted partner to executive teams, providing counsel on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management strategies. Deep understanding of emerging technologies such as AI/ML, Ad Tech, Big Data, MarTech, and Blockchain, with experience across diverse sectors including E-Commerce, Cybersecurity, IoT, digital media, and automotive/connected vehicles.Professional Skills:Business Development | Commercial Contracts | Corporate Governance & Compliance | Cross-borders Transactions | Data Management | Data Privacy & Security | Intellectual Property | Licensing (Inbound & Outbound)| Privacy | Product Counseling | Risk Assessment and Legal Strategy | Tech Transactions Industry Area Experience:AdTech & MarTech | Advertising & Marketing | Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | Arts and Entertainment | Automotive | Blockchain | Brands | B2B & B2C | Connected Vehicles | Cyber Security | E-Commerce & Retail | IaaS, PaaS, & SaaS | IoT | Professional Services | Social Media | Startups | Technology

Experience

1. Senior Counsel, Product

   Rivian

   Sep 2023 — Present

   o Provide global go-to-market (GTM) legal support for Rivian’s B2B and B2C products, including the R1 vehicles and fleet sales, service operations, and commercial operations as well as third party partnerships, with an emphasis on commercial transactions, product review, digital sales, SaaS, subscriptions, and marketing o Advise on the development, commercialization, and licensing of vehicle and telematics data, information and technology assets, including structuring outbound licensing and distribution programs and API licensingo Analyze the impact of legal, compliance, privacy, counterparty and other risks in product initiatives, agreements, disclosures, process flows, including the use and development of generative AI.o Assist our data scientists in leveraging data and insights to refine our models, tools, and enrich the digital customer experience.o Collaborate cross-functionally to develop relationships with business leaders responsible for global commercial sales and marketing of Rivian vehicles, service and dealership operations, digital products, and other services, including Homologation, Strategy, Engineering, Self-Driving and others to ensure methods by which Rivian can proactively utilize laws and regulations to support EV and AV proliferationo Support proactive development of legal and regulatory resources to support Rivian’s growing commercial footprint, including development of knowledge repositories, policies, processes, and training materialso Provide support for litigation, dispute resolution, and other matters as they arise.

Education

• Cardozo School of Law

  Juris Doctorate, Law

• Emory University - Goizueta Business School

  Bachelors of Business Administration, Business

Skills

• Word
• Blogging
• Research
• Cyber-Security
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• English
• Trademarks
• Facebook
• Social Media
• In Bound Licensing
• Excel
• Community Outreach
• Microsoft Office
• Online Advertising
• Teamwork
• Oem Contracts
• Intellectual Property
• Vendor Contracts
• Out Bound Licensing
• Negotiation
• Marketing
• Software as a Service (Saas)
• Writing
• Microsoft Word
• Contract Negotiation
• Higher Education
• Litigation
• Account Management