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DeBrae Kennedy-Mayo is a Teaching Professor at the Scheller College of Business, Georgia Institute of Technology, where she co-develops and co-teaches the graduate-level course 'Privacy for Professionals.' She is also a Senior Fellow with the Cross-Border Data Forum, contributing to global discourse on cross-border data policy.
Education:
- Emory University School of Law (J.D., with honors)
- Winthrop University (B.S., with honors)
Her research centers on the legal and policy implications of technology, with a strong emphasis on privacy and cybersecurity. She explores complex issues such as data localization and the challenges law enforcement faces in accessing electronic evidence across jurisdictions. Her work bridges legal theory and real-world policy, informed by her extensive background as a prosecutor.
She is a co-author of the influential IAPP publication U.S. PRIVATE-SECTOR PRIVACY: LAW AND PRACTICE FOR INFORMATION PRIVACY PROFESSIONALS, a key resource for privacy professionals. Her publications and conference presentations reflect a consistent focus on the evolving regulatory landscape for data and technology.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
- Atlanta Law School Foundation Fellow
- Multiple Thank-a-Teacher recognitions
With prior experience as an Assistant Attorney General and Assistant District Attorney in Georgia, Kennedy-Mayo brings significant practical legal expertise to her academic role. She has litigated cases in state and federal courts and handled appeals, enriching her teaching with real-world insights. She has not received specific grant mentions in the provided text but maintains an active scholarly profile through her publications and leadership in professional education.
She is affiliated with the Cross-Border Data Forum as a Senior Fellow, where she contributes to research and policy discussions on international data flows and privacy frameworks.





