Inspiring Possibilities ft. David Zapolsky
Inspiring Possibilities is a series that brings influential leaders such as college presidents, university deans, and professionals from different industries directly to Key to Change’s community. Our guests will share their personal stories and offer practical insights about education, careers, and achieving success.
Lecture #4 will feature David Zapolsky, Senior Vice President, Chief Global Affairs & Legal Officer at Amazon in conversation with Dr. Quinton Morris. This will be followed by an informal Q&A with light refreshments. Read more about our esteemed guest below:
David Zapolsky joined Amazon.com in November 1999 as Associate General Counsel for Litigation and Regulatory matters and was promoted to Vice President in April 2002. He became Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in September 2012, and Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in May 2014. He currently oversees the company’s legal, policy, compliance, and regulatory affairs.
Prior to joining Amazon.com, David was a partner at the Seattle offices of Dorsey & Whitney and Bogle & Gates. Before moving to Seattle from New York City in 1994, he served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office and later practiced law at Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz. He received his undergraduate degree in music from Columbia University and a J.D. with honors from the University of California, Berkeley.
