Sara Hollan Chelette Obtains Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe Certification

June 7, 2018 | Attorney News



Jackson Walker partner Sara Hollan Chelette earned the Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) Certification through the International Association of Privacy Professionals in May 2018.

In earning this certification, Sara demonstrated knowledge of European data protection laws, European regulatory institutions, compliance with European data protection law and regulation, and international data transfers.

The CIPP/E Certification reflects Sara’s competency in dealing with issues raised by the European Union’s General Protection Data Regulation (GDPR).

The GDPR took effect on May 25, 2018, and is designed to protect the data privacy of European Union citizens. The GDPR has a global reach as it applies to organizations outside the EU that offer goods and services to, or monitor the behavior of, data subjects in Europe. Penalties can be harsh—up to €20 million (about $23 million), or 4 percent of an organization’s annual global revenue, whichever is greater.

In addition to the CIPP/E Certification, Sara holds the EU GDPR Foundation Qualification (C GDPR F) and is prepared to help clients navigate the challenges of GDPR compliance.

For more information on the CIPP/E Certification, visit the IAPP website.