Jon Leibowitz
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Jon Leibowitz is the Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). He was appointed by President Barack Obama on March 2, 2009. As Chairman, he is responsible in leading the agency in protecting consumers against fraud. For the internet and technology industry, he supports the promotion of competition and innovation through law enforcement, policy initiatives. He is also focused in protecting the consumers privacy on the internet.[1]
Career Background
Mr. Leibowitz began his professional career as an attorney in Washington from 1984 to 1986. Following his private practice, he worked for Senator Paul Simon from 1986-87 and Chief Counsel for Senator Herb Kohl from 1989-2000. He also served as served as the Democratic Chief Counsel and Staff Director for the U.S. Senate Antitrust Subcommittee, Senate Sub-Committee on Terrorism and Technology and Senate Sub-Committee on Juvenile Justice. He joined the Motion Picture Association of America as Vice-President for Congressional Affairs for four years before joining the FTC as Commissioner on September 3, 2004. He is a member of the Bar of the District of Columbia.[1]
Education
Mr. Leibowitz received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in American History from the University of Wisconsin and his Degree in Law from New York University School of Law.[1]