Jim Merrifield – ARMA Magazine

Author: Jim Merrifield

Jim Merrifield has nearly 20 years of experience in the field of information governance, privacy and data security. Currently, he is the Director of Information Governance & Business Intake at Robinson & Cole LLP, an AmLaw200 law firm. He also serves as Vice Chair on the ARMA International Board of Directors. Jim’s experience as a practitioner, consultant and solution provider within the information governance industry allows him to provide a unique perspective on a number of emerging industry trends. His experience includes deployment of enterprise programs, policy development and enforcement, creation of disposition programs and technology solution evaluation. He has published numerous publications, frequently speaks on information governance and data privacy issues, and provides consulting services to law firms and Fortune 500 companies. In his spare time, Jim hosts an innovative podcast, InfoGov Hot Seat. In each episode, Jim engages in candid conversations with practitioners, consultants, and solution providers on hot topics in the information governance field. Their discussions provide valuable insights and practical advice on managing information assets while navigating legal and regulatory challenges. Jim is a certified information governance professional (IGP) certified information governance officer (CIGO).

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Written by Jim Merrifield on September 22, 2025. Posted in Change Management, Collaboration, Communications, Education, Information Governance, Information Management, Knowledge Management, Leadership & Management Skills, Uncategorized.

Written by Jim Merrifield, ARMA Chair and Director of Information Governance and Business Intake at Robinson+Cole Having spent years helping organizations grapple with the realities of information governance (IG), I was drawn to ARMA International’s...