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Elizabeth Greytok

Associate General Counsel
Austin,Texas
Elizabeth Greytok

Summary

Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at IBM, specializing in strategic product support for artificial intelligence encompassing both intellectual property and regulatory influence and compliance. Proven track record in contract negotiation, enhancing compliance and governance. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration, driving strategic initiatives, and mentoring future leaders to achieve organizational excellence. Champion of change management within a legal department including appropriate adoption of AI.

Overview

33
years of professional experience

Work History

IBM

Associate General Counsel, Responsible Technology
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Spearheaded IBM's responsible technology initiatives and operations, including overseeing IBM's data and model governance policies and practices.
  • Directed IBM's review program for tech ethics and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of accountability and transparency.
  • Co-chaired IBM's AI Ethics Board, driving discussions on ethical AI practices and implementation across the organization for AI and other emerging technologies.
  • Developed strategies for addressing emerging legal trends, positioning the organization to proactively adapt to changes in the regulatory environment.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address legal challenges and protect company interests.

IBM

Associate General Counsel, Foundation Models
01.2023 - 04.2025

Job overview

  • Drafted reviewed, and negotiated a wide range of contracts to support business objectives and minimize risks.
  • Safeguarded intellectual property rights through diligent monitoring and enforcement actions.
  • Streamlined contract negotiation processes for increased efficiency and reduced risks.
  • Provided global support, across multiple business units, for IBM's development and commercialization of foundation models and other AI offerings and services. Identified and mitigated reputational, legal and financial risk for some of the most transformational, cutting edge technologies impacting the world today.

IBM

Vice President, Ethics & Policy
06.2020 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
  • Increased company growth through collaboration with sales and marketing departments.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Led the formation and growth of IBM's AI Ethics Project Office, which supports the work of IBM's AI Ethics Review Board, analyzes use cases for AI, helps establish ethics policies for AI and other cutting edge technologies such as neuro-technology, and initiated compliance programs to support anticipated regulations related to AI, coordinating with other compliance programs for data and privacy. Founding Co-Director of the Notre Dame-IBM Technology Ethics Lab.

IBM

Executive Senior Counsel, Red Hat Synergy
01.2018 - 06.2020

Job overview

Provide global support to IBM Hybrid Cloud; IBM Synergy Counsel for IBM's soft integration of Red Hat, which included being a member of the executive team advising on corporate structure and policy integration that preserved corporate cultures and united teams, while enabling growth plans for both Red Hat and IBM Cloud. Led legal team ensuring compliance with antitrust, data privacy and other regulatory matters triggered by the acquisition.

IBM

Executive Senior Counsel, M&A, IP Partnerships
01.2015 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Established long-term client relationships through consistent delivery of high-quality products and services.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
  • Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
  • Mentored junior staff members for accelerated career growth, developing future leaders within the organization.
  • Provided global legal support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic alliances across all IBM business units.
    • Managed a team of attorneys and contract negotiators to ensure effective legal compliance and negotiation.
    • Served as the lead attorney for multiple acquisitions, notably the $34B acquisition of Red Hat.

IBM

Executive Senior Counsel, Infrastructure
11.1999 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Streamlined the contract review process, improving efficiency while maintaining high standards of legal compliance.
  • Enhanced corporate governance practices by reviewing board materials and advising on fiduciary duties.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, identifying potential issues and implementing corrective actions.
  • Contributed to the development of innovative legal strategies that adapted to evolving industry trends.
  • Provided comprehensive global legal support for IBM Systems, focusing on hardware, software, and service offerings.
    • Managed IP licensing, distribution channels, and joint development agreements in a high-tech environment.
    • Ensured compliance with antitrust regulations and data privacy laws, fostering trust in international operations.
  • Led brand support for acquisitions and IP partnerships.
    • Led a team of attorneys and paralegals to navigate complex legal landscapes effectively.

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Associate Consultant
08.1993 - 11.1999

Job overview

General commercial litigation practice, including IP infringement claims, professional malpractice, breach of contract, and other commercial disputes.

Education

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TX

J.D.
05.2001

University Overview

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TX

MBA
05.2001

University Overview

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TX

BBA from Honors Business
05.2001

University Overview

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Contract drafting

Data privacy

Ethics management

Copyright law

Mergers and acquisitions

Intellectual property

Antitrust law

Legal analysis

Client counseling

Legal compliance

Negotiation

Timeline

Associate General Counsel, Responsible Technology
IBM
04.2025 - Current
Associate General Counsel, Foundation Models
IBM
01.2023 - 04.2025
Vice President, Ethics & Policy
IBM
06.2020 - 01.2023
Executive Senior Counsel, Red Hat Synergy
IBM
01.2018 - 06.2020
Executive Senior Counsel, M&A, IP Partnerships
IBM
01.2015 - 01.2018
The University of Texas At Austin
J.D.
05.2001
The University of Texas At Austin
MBA
05.2001
The University of Texas At Austin
BBA from Honors Business
05.2001
Executive Senior Counsel, Infrastructure
IBM
11.1999 - 01.2015
Associate Consultant
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
08.1993 - 11.1999
Elizabeth GreytokAssociate General Counsel