Michael Egan

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DISC Type : CS

Partner at Cooley LLP

Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Overview

Michael Egan is a Partner at Cooley LLP in Washington, D. C. , focusing on global data privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and blockchain. He advises diverse industries, from financial services to healthcare, on the legal aspects of emerging technologies. A Georgetown University and Boston College Law School graduate, he is a recognized leader in cyber law.

There is no publicly available information regarding Michaels personal hobbies or non-work-related activities.

He has advised companies on responding to some of the largest data breaches in U. S. history, including nation-state and global ransomware attacks.

Personality Overview

Objective Thinker

Fact-Driven

Skeptic

They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach.  They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end. They are quite aware of their needs and limitations, so they are unlikely to over-promise.

Topics They Care About

AI & Data Privacy
He frequently speaks on the intersection of AI and privacy in both the US and EU, and his practice focuses on advising clients on these evolving legal issues.
Global Privacy Compliance
Advises clients on building privacy programs to comply with regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and laws in China and Brazil. He also speaks publicly on the topic.
Cybersecurity Incident Response
His experience includes guiding companies through major data breaches, ransomware attacks, and representing them before agencies like the FTC and DOJ.

Media Appearances

Michael Egan – Partner – Related News and Events. Featured in Cooley LLP

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Michael Egan – Partner – Cooley LLP Profile. Featured in Cooley LLP

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Work History

3-2022
Partner at Cooley LLP
8-2007 - 3-2022
Partner at Baker McKenzie

Education

2004 - 2007
Doctor of Law - JD from Boston College Law School
2000 - 2004
Bachelor of Arts - BA from Georgetown University

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Exp : 18 Location : Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Partner at Cooley LLP
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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Actively address their concerns around change, risk, and acceptance by users
  • Share whitepapers or case studies that showcase measurable results instead of just telling customer stories
  • Preferably use email to follow up with them instead of phone or Linkedin, engage by asking question or opinions

DONT's

  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Avoid emotional and informal language, stay objective and to the point instead
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Adoption by others is very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They don't like to hasten, so their speed of decision-making may be slow.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They have little willingness to take risks, and prefer making calculated decisions.

You And Michael

Personality Compatibility


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