J. D. Bridges

J.D. Bridges has a diverse work experience spanning from 2002 to the present. J. D.'smost recent role is as a Senior Technology Counsel at Theta Lake, where they negotiate commercial transactions with major financial institutions and handles internal security, compliance, and legal matters. In 2023, they will also become the Head Rowing Coach for the Shaker Heights City School District. Prior to these roles, J.D. worked as an Attorney at Squire Patton Boggs, focusing on corporate matters such as mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance. J. D. also served as the General Counsel at MCPC, overseeing legal, contract, compliance, and risk management functions. Before that, they worked at Arraya Solutions as a Corporate Counsel, handling contracts and risk management, and at Holy Ghost Preparatory School as the Head Rowing Coach. Additionally, J.D. has experience as the Owner of Upper River Sports, Director of Contract Administration at MCPC, Head Coach and Director at Philadelphia Sculling Club, and Middle and Upper School Teacher at Moorestown Friends School.

J.D. Bridges holds a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law, with a focus on Law. Furthermore, they obtained a Master of Education (MEd) degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Temple University. Prior to that, J.D. Bridges completed their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History from Haverford College. In addition to their formal education, they have also obtained a certification as a Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPPUS) from the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals in September 2020.