Mary Jesse leads the artificial intelligence (AI) strategy and technology consulting group Hexagon Blue LLC, which is focused on solving impactful and complex business and technology issues using AI. She also currently serves as board chair for MTI, a global security hardware and services company, and as a senior mentor for the Creative Destruction Lab, whose mission is to enhance the commercialization of science for the betterment of humankind. Jesse has an extensive background as an innovative business leader and operational expert with 35 years of experience developing, commercializing, delivering, and supporting technology-driven products, services, and companies. She has served as CEO, chief technology officer, chief operating officer, chief strategy officer, vice president, board director, board chair, founder, consultant, and advisor for private and public companies across a variety of industries. A licensed Professional Engineer, Jesse holds bachelor of science and master of science degrees in electrical engineering as well as nineteen patents. She is a frequent advisor, speaker, and writer on technology, sustainability, and diversity and is committed to supporting underserved populations in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business.