Rod Forsythe

Rod Forsythe, CIPM, has a diverse work experience spanning various roles in technology, privacy, and project management. Rod currently serves as the Chief Privacy Officer and Head of Product at IntraEdge, where they drive product direction, leads development teams, and establishes privacy programs and procedures. Previously, Rod worked as a Technology Consultant at FitForCommerce, providing strategic guidance to digital businesses and omnichannel retailers. Rod also held positions such as Chief Product Officer and Privacy Officer at Heaven Art Gallery and Chief Technology Officer / Data Privacy Officer at NewsComm, Inc. Rod has a background in project management and technology, having served as Director of Project Management and Product Manager at Arizona Digital Farm LLC and Director of Delivery Services at CrossView Inc. Additionally, they have experience in e-commerce strategy as a Manager at Acquity Group and served as a Football Official at the Arizona Interscholastic Association. Rod's expertise includes privacy compliance, data governance, project management, and e-commerce technology.

Rod Forsythe, CIPM, obtained a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Mathematics and Computer Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Their education at this institution took place from 1986 to 1990. Additionally, Rod has a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, although no specific degree or years of study are provided for this field. In terms of certifications, they have obtained the Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) from the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals in November 2019.