Welcome to "Notes to My Legal Self," where we dive deep into the world of legal innovation, data management, and the future of in-house legal departments. Today, we're joined by Bo Kinloch, a visionary in the legal operations field, whose eclectic career journey has seen him transition from a musician and game designer to a leading figure in legal ops at Hasbro, Inc.

Key Takeaways:

Bo's unique path from the indie music scene and game design to spearheading legal operations.
Insights into building Hasbro’s legal ops from scratch, focusing on kids' data privacy and digital product counsel.
The importance of integrating design thinking and technical skills in legal operations.
Strategies for leveraging data and technology to optimize in-house legal departments.
Bo’s perspective on the future of legal ops and his commitment to innovation and community engagement within the field.

Guest Information: Bo Kinloch, former Director of Legal Operations at Hasbro, Inc., is renowned for his strategic approach to legal operations, blending 12 years of in-house experience with his background in game design and software development. Bo's career is a testament to the power of diverse experiences, from his early days in the music industry to leading game design projects and finally, revolutionizing legal operations at Hasbro.

Special Features:

A journey through Bo's career transition and how his diverse background informs his approach to legal ops.
Discussion on the role of data privacy in digital product counsel, especially concerning children's data.
Insights into the digital transformation of legal departments and the significance of community in legal ops.

Questions:

How can a background in music and game design enhance one’s approach to legal operations?
What strategies did Bo employ to build Hasbro's legal operations from the ground up?
How does Bo envision the future of legal ops, and what role does community play in shaping it?

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Join us on "Notes to My Legal Self" as we explore the innovative world of legal operations with Bo Kinloch, whose career journey and strategic insights offer invaluable lessons for in-house legal professionals looking to navigate the future of law with creativity and efficiency.

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