Marla H. Kanemitsu

Marla H. Kanemitsu is a consultant at Tusk Strategies Inc., where she specializes in providing strategic consulting services focused on regulatory and growth strategies, particularly in the fintech and e-commerce sectors. With over 20 years of experience, she has advised a diverse range of industries including consumer financial services, insurance, retail, and non-profit organizations.12

Before joining Tusk, Marla practiced law in the private sector, offering counsel on risk management, litigation strategies, and regulatory issues at both state and federal levels. She has significant experience in representing clients in complex legal disputes, including government investigations and class action litigation.1 Marla was previously a partner at a national law firm and has received recognition for her work from notable publications such as The Legal 500 and Best Lawyers in America. Additionally, she was honored as one of the "Women Worth Watching" by Profiles in Diversity Journal.13

Marla holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Cornell Law School and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Texas at Austin. She is based in Chicago but is affiliated with Tusk's New York office.12