Howl #1: Running Toward the Hard Things
Welcome to the first edition of Run With the Wolves, a newsletter from Third Wolf Consulting Group where we share insights on privacy, compliance, and automation for fast-moving companies.
I didn’t plan on becoming a privacy and compliance attorney. It landed in my lap years ago when a company I was with needed someone to take ownership of GDPR readiness and privacy program management. It was complex, overwhelming, and high stakes. But I’ve never been the type to shy away from a challenge. I dove in headfirst, built systems from the ground up, and learned that when compliance is done right it can become a it’s a growth engine.
That same energy and approach is what I bring to Third Wolf. We partner with data-driven startups, SaaS companies, and regulated businesses who are navigating the ever-changing world of GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy compliance.
Why Compliance Feels So Hard
If you’re building a business, you already know the reality:
• Privacy laws are evolving faster than ever, from GDPR audits in Europe to CCPA enforcement in California.
• Most legal and compliance teams are drowning in repetitive tasks and manual processes. DSAR requests, privacy policy reviews, and cross-border data flow assessments pile up until something slips through the cracks.
• Traditional law firms and big-name consultancies are expensive and often lack the agility startups need.
Where Third Wolf is Different
At Third Wolf Consulting Group, we believe compliance should fuel growth, not stall it. That’s why we built a platform that automates compliance workflows and pairs them with human expertise.
Our services include:
Privacy program management for startups and scaling companies
GDPR audits and EU representative agent support
CCPA compliance and data broker registrations
DSAR email triage and intake automation
Global privacy compliance reviews and risk assessments
Ongoing policy monitoring and updates
Plus more
Unlike big competitors, we’re not just selling one-size-fits-all solutions. We offer flexible plans that fit your company’s stage and budget. We can be as hands-on or hands-off as you need. Whether you want a partner running beside you every day or just a safety net to ensure nothing gets missed.
Most importantly, we value human connection. Compliance is about trust and trust with your customers, regulators, and partners. And trust starts with having a partner who listens, understands your business, and helps you stay ahead.
🐺 Tracks in the Wild
Here are the top developments I’m watching right now:
California Legislature passed the first-in-nation legislation on AI chatbots
New York Attorney General launched a consultation under the SAFE for Kids Act
UK ICO published new cybersecurity guidance aimed at small businesses
IAB Europe released a report on the impact of AI on digital advertising
European Commission launched a public consultation to simplify digital regulations across data, cybersecurity, and AI
🌕 Alpha Thought
The companies that will win aren’t the ones who treat compliance as an afterthought. They’re the ones who embed compliance automation, build privacy-by-design systems, and use global privacy compliance as a way to scale faster.
That’s why I started Run With the Wolves. To share bold insights, help you cut through the noise, and remind you that you’re not running alone.
If your startup is preparing for a GDPR audit, struggling with CCPA compliance, or simply needs a smarter way to handle privacy program management, Third Wolf Consulting Group is here to help.
Explore our services, book a free compliance program audit, or connect with us on LinkedIn
Run with the pack. Stay ahead of the curve.
