Evan Budin

Evan Budin is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in technology transactions, corporate law, and intellectual property. Currently serving as a Secondment Attorney at Axiom for Ford Motor Company and BrightDrop Solutions, Budin previously held roles such as EVP of Strategic Initiatives and Legal Affairs at Sympathy Brands, where significant company growth and investment facilitation occurred. Prior legal positions include Director of Legal Affairs at Rand McNally, managing legal operations during a company transformation, and serving as a founding partner of a law firm, providing counsel on corporate and IP matters. Budin's early career featured a role at Jenner & Block LLP, focusing on intellectual property litigation and licensing agreements for major corporations. Academic credentials include a JD in Intellectual Property Law from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and a B.S. in Science and Technology Studies from Michigan State University.