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15 February 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Reed Smith—Elle Todd

London office welcomes data protection expert as partner

Global firm Reed Smith has announced the arrival of partner Elle Todd in the London office.

Elle has joined the firm from CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP, where she was a partner and head of digital and data. Elle offers particular expertise in data protection and strategy, and has extensive experience working in Asia, having spent three years setting up her former firm’s regional media, data and technology practice from Singapore.

Gregor Pryor, co-chair of Reed Smith's global entertainment and media industry group, said: ‘We are delighted that Elle has agreed to join us. She has a unique skillset, combining a deep knowledge of the consumer brands, tech and media sectors with digital and data compliance expertise. She has a global perspective and is hugely regarded by clients for her innovative and practical approach. Elle’s work, advising companies at board level on digital transformation and data compliance, perfectly complements the capabilities of our wider team.’ 

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