Winstead Executive and Leadership Team

Jody Ambrose, the Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Winstead, directs the firm's overarching strategy and operational framework. Ambrose guides the executive team in delivering a full spectrum of business legal services, ensuring alignment with the firm's national objectives. This leadership involves cultivating a client-centric approach across all practice areas, from corporate law to litigation. Ambrose's vision shapes the firm's market positioning and expansion efforts, particularly in key regions like Texas and North Carolina. The focus remains on driving sustainable growth and maintaining the highest standards of legal practice. By overseeing strategic initiatives, Jody Ambrose ensures Winstead consistently meets the evolving needs of its diverse clientele and strengthens its reputation as a premier business law firm.

David Dawson, the Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Winstead, presides over the firm's strategic direction and governance. Dawson's leadership ensures the delivery of comprehensive business legal services across Winstead's national footprint, including offices in Texas and North Carolina. This role involves fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, driving operational excellence, and championing the firm's commitment to legal expertise. Dawson oversees the integration of legal services to provide holistic solutions for complex business challenges. The objective is to enhance market presence and client satisfaction through strategic oversight. By guiding the firm's executive functions, David Dawson reinforces Winstead's position as a leading national business law firm, ensuring robust performance and continued client trust.

Katherine Hall, the Chief Financial Officer at Winstead, directs the firm's financial planning, management, and reporting. Hall oversees all fiscal operations, ensuring financial stability and strategic resource allocation across Winstead's national network of offices in Texas and North Carolina. This leadership role involves managing budgets, analyzing financial performance, and developing strategies to optimize profitability and operational efficiency. Hall's expertise supports informed decision-making across all departments, ensuring the firm's financial health aligns with its business objectives. The objective is to maintain robust financial controls and drive sustainable economic growth. By managing the firm's financial architecture, Katherine Hall ensures Winstead operates with fiscal integrity and strategic foresight.

Mark Garrett, the Chief Information Officer at Winstead, architects the firm's technology infrastructure and digital strategy. Garrett oversees the implementation and management of information systems that support Winstead's national business legal services. This involves ensuring robust data security, optimizing internal workflows, and leveraging technology to enhance client service delivery across all office locations, including Texas and North Carolina. Garrett's responsibilities extend to driving innovation in legal technology, enabling greater efficiency and accessibility for clients. The focus is on building a scalable and secure technological foundation that supports the firm's growth and operational objectives. By managing critical IT functions, Mark Garrett ensures Winstead maintains a competitive edge through advanced technological solutions.