Jito Labs Appoints Rebecca Rettig as Chief Legal Officer
Staff Writer • 2025-01-17
Industry veteran to drive legal, compliance, and policy strategy for Solana’s blockchain infrastructure powerhouse Jito Labs, a leading force in Solana’s blockchain ecosystem, has announced the appointment of Rebecca Rettig as Chief Legal Officer, effective January 20, 2025. Rettig, a seasoned legal strategist with deep expertise in blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi), will oversee all legal, compliance, and policy matters as Jito Labs expands its groundbreaking infrastructure and product offerings within the Jito and Solana ecosystems. Rettig joins Jito Labs from Polygon Labs, where she played a pivotal role in shaping legal and regulatory strategies for one of the most prominent blockchain scaling solution developers. Her tenure at Polygon Labs followed a transformative period at Aave Companies (now Avara), where she managed global legal initiatives and spearheaded policy frameworks that shaped the trajectory of DeFi. At Jito Labs, Rettig’s mission will be multifaceted: building robust legal, compliance, and policy functions, ensuring alignment with global regulatory frameworks, and supporting the growth of Jito Labs’ ecosystem on Solana. "I'm thrilled to join Jito Labs at this pivotal time," said Rettig. "The Jito infrastructure is foundational to DeFi on Solana, powering essential growth across the ecosystem. The Jito Labs team has already accomplished an enormous amount in a short period of time, and I look forward to working with this stellar team as it iterates and innovates on new, high-performing products." A Leader in Legal and Policy Innovation Rettig’s appointment underscores Jito Labs’ commitment to navigating the increasingly complex regulatory environment with precision and foresight. Her decade-long tenure in financial litigation at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, coupled with her leadership at firms like Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP, positions her as a formidable asset to Jito Labs’ strategy. Her influence extends beyond legal operations. Rettig has been instrumental in shaping industry standards through her work with the New York Department of Financial Services’ (NYDFS) Virtual Currency Advisory Group and the CFTC's Global Markets Advisory Committee Digital Assets Subcommittee. Her governance experience as a board member of the dYdX Foundation and strategic advisor to FalconX provides a deep understanding of decentralized ecosystems and the challenges of navigating emerging regulatory frameworks. "Rebecca's experience in navigating the regulatory and compliance landscapes in the financial services and digital asset sectors makes her the ideal choice to guide our efforts in cementing Jito Labs as a best-in-class builder," said Lucas Bruder, Co-Founder and CEO of Jito Labs. "Her proven track record of combining efficient legal and policy functions with innovation in both areas will be invaluable as we continue to build essential infrastructure." Driving the Future of Blockchain Infrastructure on Solana Jito Labs is at the forefront of Solana’s blockchain ecosystem, delivering infrastructure that enhances scalability, efficiency, and economic value. Rettig’s leadership will reinforce Jito Labs’ commitment to setting industry benchmarks for compliance and innovation, ensuring the company’s technology continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in decentralized finance. Supported by top-tier investors like Multicoin Capital, Solana Ventures, and Framework Ventures, Jito Labs is poised to solidify its position as a cornerstone of Solana’s DeFi ecosystem. With Rettig on board, the company is equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of a rapidly evolving industry, ensuring sustained growth and innovation for years to come. About Jito Labs Jito Labs is a core contributor to the Jito ecosystem, advancing blockchain infrastructure that maximizes scalability and efficiency on Solana. With support from premier investors and a commitment to building transformative technology, Jito Labs is defining the future of decentralized finance through cutting-edge innovation and a shared vision of economic empowerment.
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