Federal Trade Commission Settlement and Enforcement – Real-World Impacts on Company Data Retention Programs

The Federal Trade Commission Settlement and Enforcement – Real-World Impacts on Company Data Retention Programs is redefining industry expectations around data consent and retention. Join us for an in-depth webinar with Priya Keshav, Founder & CEO of Meru Data LLC, and James A. Sherer, Partner at Baker Hostetler LLP, to understand the implications of this ruling, including how it may affect your organization’s information governance obligations and what it takes to build a future-ready retention schedule that aligns with emerging regulatory standards.

In today’s data‑driven environment, retention policies play a critical role in how organizations manage, store, and safeguard information. Striking the right balance between privacy requirements and operational needs can be challenging. This session will provide practical guidance on navigating these complexities and implementing best practices for effective, compliant data‑retention frameworks.

Topics Covered:
• Legal Requirements for Data Retention & Minimization
• Designing a Cross‑Platform Data Retention Strategy
• Operational Considerations for Sustainable Compliance

This webinar is approved by the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) for Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) Credits.

James A. Sherer is a Partner based in New York and co-leads the Emerging Technology team within Baker Hostetler's Digital Assets and Data Management Group, while directing the firm’s Artificial Intelligence and Information Governance engagements. His work spans litigation, transactions, and regulatory enforcement, helping clients address discovery management, enterprise risk management, records and information governance, data privacy and security, artificial intelligence and algorithmic transparency, and related merger and acquisition diligence matters.

A consensus builder focused on project delivery and long-term strategy; James develops deep client relationships and pragmatically addresses complex digital risk and compliance challenges. He previously worked as an in-house litigator and privacy and eDiscovery professional with a Fortune 500 company and earlier practiced litigation in New York. He holds an M.B.A. and multiple data privacy, information governance, cybersecurity, and eDiscovery professional credentials, and is an active member of The Sedona Conference® Working Groups.

Priya Keshav is the Founder and CEO of Meru Data LLC, where she enables companies identify and proactively manage privacy risks across complex data environments.

Prior to founding Meru Data, Priya served as Managing Director of KPMG’s Forensic Technology Services practice in the Southwest U.S. With more than 20 years of consulting experience, she has advised organizations on privacy, information governance, cyber-crime response, eDiscovery, and forensic investigations. Priya is also a frequent speaker at industry events and webinars focused on security, privacy, AI, and eDiscovery.

Federal Trade Commission Settlement and Enforcement – Real-World Impacts on Company Data Retention Programs

"IAPP approved for CPE credits"

About the Speaker:

Priya Keshav is the Founder and CEO of Meru Data LLC, where she enables companies identify and proactively manage privacy risks across complex data environments.