Dr. Rebecca Walsh
Executive Director
Department of Privacy
About
Dr. Rebecca Walsh serves as the Executive Director of the Department of Privacy at the Web Standards Commission. With a doctoral background in data protection law and extensive experience in privacy compliance, Dr. Walsh leads the WSC's efforts to promote CCPA, CPRA, GDPR, and state privacy law compliance across digital platforms.
Under her leadership, the Department of Privacy has become a trusted resource for organizations navigating the complex landscape of US and international privacy regulations.
Areas of Expertise
- CCPA/CPRA Compliance
- State Privacy Laws
- GDPR Requirements
- Data Protection Strategy
- Privacy Program Leadership
- Consumer Rights Management
Responsibilities
- Leading the Department of Privacy's strategic initiatives
- Overseeing CCPA, CPRA, and state privacy law compliance guidance
- Directing privacy audits and data protection assessments
- Developing privacy training and educational resources
- Representing WSC in privacy advocacy and policy discussions
Contact Information
Organization
The Web Standards Commission (WSC) is an independent private advisory organization helping companies achieve web accessibility and privacy compliance.
Department Team
- Christina Santos-O'Connell - Acting Associate Director
- James Anderson - Acting Associate Director
- Thomas Lee - Acting Associate Director
- Lisa Brown - Acting Associate Director