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Lori Baker has a diverse range of work experience in the legal and compliance field. Lori most recently served as the Vice President of Data Protection & Regulatory Compliance at DIFC. Prior to that, they worked as a Regulatory Compliance / Data Protection Lawyer, Writer, and Speaker, where they specialized in complex legal and regulatory subjects globally.
Lori also held the role of Group Legal and Compliance Counsel at MOBY GROUP, where they designed and implemented compliance programs throughout multiple regions. Additionally, they worked as an In House Lawyer at Careem, reviewing contracts and advising on compliance and regulatory policies.
Lori has also worked at Fieldfisher as a Senior Associate, specializing in technology, outsourcing, and privacy. Lori was a Senior Compliance & Privacy Attorney at Dun and Bradstreet and served as International Compliance Counsel and Head of Ethics at Orange Business Services. Lori gained experience in global regulatory and data privacy as a compliance officer and project manager at BT Global Services.
Earlier in their career, Lori worked as an Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at Brookdale Community College and as an Associate at Seeger Weiss LLP.
Overall, Lori Baker has a strong background in legal and compliance, with expertise in data protection, regulatory compliance, and commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
Lori Baker obtained a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Widener University Schools of Law from 1995 to 1998. Lori also holds a BA degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Theology from DeSales University, which they completed from 1991 to 1995. Additionally, Lori has obtained several certifications, including the Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) and Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals. Lori is also a Fellow of Information Privacy from the same institution. Moreover, Lori holds a CCEP-I certification from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics, and an ISEB/BCS Certificate in Data Protection from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.
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Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world’s most advanced financial centres, and the leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), which comprises 72 countries with an approximate population of 3 billion and an estimated GDP of USD 8 trillion. With a close to 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across the MEASA region, the Centre connects these fast-growing markets with the economies of Asia, Europe and the Americas through Dubai. DIFC is home to an internationally recognised, independent regulator and a proven judicial system with an English common law framework, as well as the region’s largest financial ecosystem of almost 30,000 professionals working across over 4,000 active registered companies – making up the largest and most diverse pool of industry talent in the region. The Centre’s vision is to drive the future of finance through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and partnerships. Today, it is the global future of finance and innovation hub offering one of the region’s most comprehensive FinTech and venture capital environments, including cost-effective licensing solutions, fit-for-purpose regulation, innovative accelerator programmes, and funding for growth-stage start-ups. Comprising a variety of world-renowned retail and dining venues, a dynamic art and culture scene, residential apartments, hotels and public spaces, DIFC continues to be one of Dubai’s most sought-after business and lifestyle destinations. *DIFC will never ask applicants for money transfers or payments of any kind for a job or internship. Applicants should be suspicious of offers of internships or jobs with DIFC if you have not had previous contact with us to discuss such offers, or if money transfer or payment of any kind, including advance payment for travel/visa/work permit, is requested. If you come across such offers, please escalate to info@difc.ae.