Ann Kirschner

Ann Kirschner, Ph.D., is an educator, author, and entrepreneur whose cross-sector career spans technology, media, and higher education. A University Professor at CUNY and special advisor to the presidents of Arizona State University and the University of California, she is the author of Sala's Gift and Lady at the OK Corral, and Executive Director of Meyer Family Philanthropies. She serves on the boards of Movado (MOV), Strategic Cyber Ventures, The Paul and Daisy Soros Foundation, NYC First, and is a senior advisor to ShortTok and Evidenza. A veteran of five startups, including NFL.COM and FATHOM, she brings deep insight into leadership, learning, and innovation.