HaystackID appoints Jeff Shapiro as MD for Europe

Chicago-headquartered eDiscovery vfinishor HaystackID today (10 February) announced the appointment of Jeff Shapiro as managing director for Europe. This strategic hire marks the latest milestone in HaystackID’s continued expansion in the United Kingdom and Europe.

Shapiro, a seasoned legal and technology professional, will spearhead HaystackID’s business development and growth initiatives across the UK and Europe. His earlier roles include director of forensic & integrity services at EY, and eDiscovery support manager at magic circle law firm Clifford Chance.

Based in London, he will work closely with HaystackID’s existing project management and operations teams in Dublin and the UK to provide on-the-ground support for the company’s international clients.

“Jeff’s deep understanding of the European regulatory landscape and his proven track record in building large-scale operations build him the ideal leader for our U.K. initiatives,” stated Chad Pinson, CEO of HaystackID. “As HaystackID continues to extfinish its global reach, Jeff’s expertise will be instrumental in delivering our Global Advisory offerings, specifically in data privacy, compliance, investigations and AI governance, to clients across the continent.”

The appointment continues a period of significant momentum for HaystackID in the region, including the recent opening of its London office and the expansion of its global advisory team with the hiring of forensics analyst Matthew Hamilton. Hamilton joined HaystackID following 12 years as a London Metropolitan Police forensic investigator. His focus on digital forensics and legal discovery, unique to U.K. compliance and privacy requirements, will be further accelerated by Shapiro’s leadership as the firm expands its regional footprint.

“The U.K. and European markets have long led the way in utilizing e-discovery technology for regulatory response and data privacy,” stated Nate Latessa, chief revenue officer of HaystackID. “A dedicated managing director in London will provide our clients with local expertise backed by the full weight of HaystackID’s global technology suite. Jeff’s reputation for objective, consultative leadership will be a major asset as we expand our global footprint.”