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E Bay Appoints Samantha Wellington As Chief Legal Officer

PRIVATEAug 13, 2026•about 2 hours ago

Position

Chief Legal Officer

Company

eBay

Samantha Wellington
New YorkOtherCommunity And Lifestyle

Description

eBay has announced the appointment of Samantha Wellington as Chief Legal Officer. This move comes as the company continues to expand its operations in Louisville, particularly in sneaker authentication and TCGPlayer trading card verification.

Company Information

Company

eBay

Location

303 SPRING STREET

New York, New York, United States

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eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive. Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay is one of the world's largest and most vibrant marketplaces for discovering great value and unique selection. In 2021, eBay enabled over $87 billion of gross merchandise volume. For more information about the company and its global portfolio of online brands, visit www.ebayinc.com.

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