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Doug Luftman

Doug Luftman, @DougLuftman

Chief Legal Officer, Trust & Will

Doug Luftman is a seasoned Silicon Valley legal executive with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as Chief Legal Officer at Trust & Will. He has held senior leadership positions at companies including DocuSign, NetApp, Intel, Palm, and several technology startups, where he played a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge products and scaling businesses for sustained growth. Doug has testified before government bodies worldwide, shaping critical policies on technology and innovation. He is a frequent writer and speaker at prestigious academic institutions and industry forums. Doug holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from UCLA.

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