Meet the Team

Shai Samet, CIPP/US, is a lawyer, husband, proud father of five, and the mastermind behind kidSAFE. Since 1999, Shai has spent his entire career advising companies of all sizes and business models on compliance with children's online safety and privacy standards.

As CTO, Elisheva Shapiro brings over 20 years of hands-on engineering and technical leadership, overseeing the system architecture, security, and scalable technology infrastructure that powers the kidSAFE Seal Program.

Passionate about education and helping kids thrive in the digital age, Sarah Belle Wooten works closely with new members as they join the kidSAFE Program.

Akhil Bhardwaj, LL.B., LL.M, CIPP/US, is a dual-qualified attorney (India & California). With 10+ years' experience, he delivers business-friendly compliance solutions. Catch his annual COPPA update at kidTECH!

Debora Fiore, LL.M., CIPP/E, is an outdoors enthusiast and Brazilian-qualified attorney with 11 years' experience working with multinational companies, specializing in technology and privacy.

Jonathan Chandler, JD, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, is a unique privacy lawyer who leverages his technical background to bridge the gap between code and compliance, helping build safe and private digital experiences for kids.

Chris Rettstatt brings 25+ years of experience developing content and products for kids to his role helping kidSAFE members create safe, kid-friendly products and spaces.

A founding team member of kidSAFE, Donny Kramer has been at the forefront of digital safety, ensuring members uphold the highest standards of compliance.

Lifelong creator Laura Mauney, CIPP/US, views technology as a tool of art, a philosophy she applies daily while supporting kidSAFE staff and members across a range of requirements.

Shlomo Kastel devotes his software expertise to enhancing kidSAFE productivity, including building and maintaining the company's new website.

Formerly with Norton/Symantec, Henri is an experienced executive who was instrumental in the product design and corporate development that built one of the world's leading software companies.

Serial entrepreneur and former ScanAlert CEO, Ken has founded 17 companies since the 70s. A pioneer in multiple tech sectors, he holds security patents and created the famous McAfee SECURE Trustmark.

A creative, sometimes disruptive, occasionally clever, and always curious leader focused on building into culture through meaningful policy, crafted service, and thoughtful technology.