The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is now structured into six core units, an evolution designed to strengthen service delivery, enhance collaboration, and align with Georgia Tech’s growing needs. Through the dedicated efforts of these units, the OGC provides steady support and guidance, empowering Georgia Tech to effectively navigate the complex terrains of academia, research, compliance, and innovation.
Athletics Compliance
Athletics Compliance partners with Georgia Tech Athletics to ensure that Institute teams, coaches, and student-athletes uphold the highest standards of integrity and fair play. The unit provides guidance on NCAA, ACC, and Institute rules, fosters a culture of accountability, and supports Georgia Tech’s commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
Data Privacy
Data Privacy safeguards the personal information of Georgia Tech students, faculty, staff, and partners. By shaping policies and offering guidance on data protection laws and best practices, the unit helps the Institute responsibly manage information in an increasingly digital world, ensuring both compliance and trust.
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Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
ERM, vital to Georgia Tech's proactive strategy, anticipates and navigates potential challenges that could affect the Institute's strategic objectives. By integrating risk management into everyday processes, ERM maintains the Institute's innovative momentum, reflecting our dedication to uphold Georgia Tech's esteemed legacy.
Ethics & Compliance
A fundamental segment of OGC, Ethics and Compliance upholds transparency and the highest ethical standards at Georgia Tech. Focused on areas like Compliance Training and Institute Policy, the unit ensures decisions and actions resonate with Georgia Tech's core values. They don't just set ethical guidelines. They ensure these principles are lived every day, aiming for a harmonious blend of innovation and excellence.
Legal Affairs
Legal Affairs serves as a cornerstone of the OGC, supporting Georgia Tech’s mission through expert counsel on laws, regulations, and policies that impact the Institute. The unit balances risk mitigation with program advocacy, providing solutions-oriented advice across a broad range of matters. By transforming potential legal challenges into informed decision-making opportunities, Legal Affairs helps position Georgia Tech to thrive in an evolving domestic and global environment.
Operations
Operations provides the foundation that keeps OGC running effectively and efficiently. From human resources, finance, and budgeting to strategic planning, procurement, and technology, the unit ensures that OGC staff have the tools and support they need to deliver high-quality legal, compliance and risk management services. Operations is dedicated to continuous improvement, enabling the office to adapt and excel in a changing environment.