WALTHAM, MA, July 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Veronica K. Contreras has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Contreras has established herself as a distinguished figure in the legal and business sectors. Currently, she serves as the president and owner of Veronica K. Contreras, P.C., a role she has held since 2021. Her leadership is characterized by her ability to develop effective programs and mentor her team, ensuring their efforts align with established standards. She takes pride in the accomplishments of her team, particularly given the significant results they have achieved with limited resources. Her experience at ERT, where she built and cherished a collaborative team environment, has been instrumental in shaping her approach to leadership.

Before founding her own company, Ms. Contreras served as the data privacy officer and counsel at ERT from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she excelled in harmonizing team efforts and ensuring compliance with data protection standards. Her expertise in legal consulting services, data protection, cybersecurity, AI compliance, governance and risk management and business impact assessment has been widely recognized. She was featured in CIO Look Magazine in 2025 for her contributions to the field.

From 2015 to 2018, Ms. Contreras held the position of associate counsel and data privacy officer at MultiPlan. Her tenure there was marked by her commitment to advancing data privacy initiatives and fostering a culture of compliance within the organization. Before that, she was a senior manager of corporate compliance at Biogen Idec from 2012 to 2014, where she played a pivotal role in ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Ms. Contreras's career began with roles that laid the foundation for her expertise in legal matters related to health care and technology. As a global medical affairs attorney consultant at Shire HGT from 2011 to 2012 and an attorney at Hologic Inc. from 2008 to 2010, she honed her skills in navigating complex legal landscapes. Additionally, since 2014, she has shared her knowledge as an adjunct professor at the New England Institute of Business and Finance at Cambridge College.

Ms. Contreras's academic background includes a Juris Doctor from Cooley Law School in 2007 and a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2002. These educational achievements have been instrumental in shaping her analytical skills and ethical approach to law. Ms. Contreras attributes her success to her dedication, strong moral principles, and passion for fostering teamwork.

Ms. Contreras's professional journey is complemented by her involvement in industry-related organizations such as the International Association of Privacy Professionals. She has also been recognized with an Outstanding Leadership Award at the Law 2.0 Conference in 2022. Her contributions extend beyond her professional roles; she actively participates in civic-minded organizations by donating to farmers' markets and local charities.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Contreras is an accomplished speaker who has presented on topics such as cybersecurity and data privacy measures at various conferences, including the Digital Technology in Clinical Trials Conference hosted by the Drug Information Association in 2020. Her passion for sharing knowledge is further evidenced by her presentations at the Health Law Institute Conference organized by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute and the American Medical Writers Association.

Looking ahead, Ms. Contreras aims to grow her business through extensive marketing campaigns and community events, such as conferences, to connect with the public. She envisions expanding her services beyond life sciences into financial, wellness and tech markets while establishing herself as a leader in her field.

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