Cameron Onumah Joins Orrick from Amazon

Advisor - People | Apr 21, 2025 | Orrick

Cameron Onumah Joins Orrick from Amazon

Cameron Onumah, previously Head of Public Policy for Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, has taken on a new role as Policy Director at Orrick, a law firm renowned for its public policy group. Based in Los Angeles, Onumah will utilize his experience in media, technology, and government affairs to counsel clients across rapidly evolving sectors like tech and entertainment on public policy strategy and regulatory issues. Orrick's Public Policy Group is deeply involved in national policy debates across a broad spectrum of themes such as AI regulation, online sports betting, and digital assets. The group services a diverse client base, including major industry players like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Major League Baseball. Jeremy Kudon, Orrick's Public Policy Group founder, praised Onumah's policy and corporate acumen. Previously, Onumah served as a Political Director for U.S. Senator Feinstein, managed legislative portfolios in Los Angeles, and received an appointment as a Tourism Commissioner for the City of Los Angeles.

Sectors

  • Media and Technology
  • Legal Services
  • Public Policy and Government Affairs

Geography

  • United States – Orrick's public policy practice spans all 50 states, and Cameron Onumah's previous roles were U.S.-centric, based in Los Angeles.
  • California – Cameron Onumah's location is in Los Angeles, and Orrick's recent expansion involved practices in Southern California.

Industry

  • Media and Technology – Cameron Onumah's experience at Amazon involved media and technology policy, particularly with Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios.
  • Legal Services – Orrick is a law firm that provides legal and advisory services in public policy and other sectors.
  • Public Policy and Government Affairs – The focus of Cameron Onumah's role at Orrick involves public policy strategy across sectors like AI and digital assets.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    Cameron OnumahPolicy DirectorPersonPreviously Head of Public Policy for Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, joining Orrick for policy strategy.
    OrrickEmployerCompanyA law firm specializing in public policy, with a growing team focused on innovative verticals.
    Jeremy KudonPartner and Founder of Public Policy GroupPersonRecognizes the strategic value Cameron Onumah brings to Orrick's Public Policy Group.
    AmazonPrevious Employer of Cameron OnumahCompanyA major player in media and technology where Cameron Onumah led public policy at Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios.