Pedro J. Lopez-Baldrich serves as Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President at SharkNinja, Inc., a global leader in innovative home and kitchen appliances. With over 20 years of experience in corporate law, Pedro oversees all legal affairs for the company, including mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, and global litigation strategy. He plays a pivotal role in supporting SharkNinja's rapid growth, having joined the executive team in 2021 to navigate complex international expansions and high-stakes commercial transactions. Prior to SharkNinja, Pedro held senior legal positions at Fortune 500 companies, including General Counsel roles at consumer goods giants where he led cross-border deals valued at over $5 billion and successfully defended against major antitrust challenges. A graduate of Harvard Law School with a J.D. and a B.A. from Stanford University, he began his career at a top-tier New York law firm, specializing in securities and M&A. His expertise in emerging markets has been instrumental in SharkNinja's entry into new regions, earning him recognition as a "Top General Counsel" by Corporate Counsel magazine. At SharkNinja, Pedro has driven key achievements such as the seamless integration of strategic acquisitions that bolstered the company's product portfolio and fortified its patent defenses amid fierce industry competition. His strategic foresight ensures legal excellence aligns with business innovation, contributing to SharkNinja's position as a multi-billion-dollar powerhouse while fostering a culture of ethical governance and risk management.