Russell Tong
Russell Tong is a seasoned senior commercial/IT legal counsel with a diverse background in startups and publicly listed cloud software companies, specializing in SaaS transactions within the Financial Services and Public Sector sectors.
He pursued his academic qualifications at Queensland University of Technology, studying Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT), further enhancing his expertise in the legal-tech domain.
Russell Tong has held key positions in prestigious organizations, serving as a Director and Senior Corporate Counsel at Salesforce, showcasing his leadership and legal acumen.
Prior to his role at Salesforce, Russell Tong accumulated valuable experience as Corporate Counsel at Salesforce, and also served in legal capacities at renowned companies such as TechnologyOne and Payment Network International (PNI), previously known as Intabill.
His earlier career includes roles as a Solicitor at DLA Phillips Fox and Mahoney Lawyers, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of legal practices and procedures.