Chris Schmitt serves as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary at SailPoint Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of identity security solutions. With over 20 years of experience in corporate law and governance, Schmitt joined SailPoint in 2018, bringing a wealth of expertise from prior roles at high-growth technology firms. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Texas School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Notre Dame, laying a strong foundation for his career in advising on complex regulatory and transactional matters. Throughout his tenure, Schmitt has been instrumental in navigating SailPoint through significant milestones, including the company's $6.9 billion acquisition by Thoma Bravo in 2022. His achievements include spearheading global compliance initiatives, managing intellectual property strategies, and overseeing mergers and acquisitions that have expanded SailPoint's market presence. Schmitt's proactive leadership in risk management and corporate ethics has earned him recognition as a key architect of the company's resilient legal framework amid rapid industry evolution. In his current role, Schmitt advises the executive team and board on strategic legal matters, ensuring alignment with SailPoint's mission to empower secure digital identities. His commitment to fostering innovation while mitigating risks positions SailPoint as a trusted leader in cybersecurity, and he continues to champion diversity and inclusion efforts within the legal community.