Alison Shaffer

Alison Shaffer is a seasoned professional in privacy and risk compliance with extensive experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Director of Privacy and Risk Compliance at PayPal since February 2023, Alison leads a global team to enhance responsible data usage while meeting regulatory requirements. Prior roles include Director of Privacy Strategy and Operations at Intel Corporation, where Alison managed an enterprise-wide privacy program, and Privacy Officer at Philips Health Systems, focusing on protecting personal health information. Additional experience includes roles at TrustArc, Citrix, Dell, Cisco WebEx, Yahoo!, and Intuit, demonstrating a strong background in developing privacy strategies, operational solutions, and compliance frameworks. Alison holds a Master's Degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern University and a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, and Business from Ohio University.