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Jordan Usdan
Sr. Director, Strategy & Innovation, Office of the CTO at Microsoft
Jordan Usdan is an accomplished tech strategy adviser and public policy professional with over 15 years of experience. He has a strong background in building coalitions and guiding organizations through the impacts of technology on business and society. Jordan spent the past 8 years at Microsoft, currently serving as Sr. Director for Strategy & Innovation in the office of the CTO. His role involved partnering with senior executives to lead initiatives on strategic growth, corporate innovation, and handling the challenges of the Techlash. His expertise includes areas like Enterprise & Consumer Tech, Big Tech Company Dynamics, Digital Commons, Regulatory Affairs, and Democracy Protection. Jordan holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Georgetown University Law Center and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Communication from The George Washington University.
Jordan has a proven track record of success, having advised on cutting-edge topics like Web3, Crypto, Large Scale AI, and the impact of technology on democracy. He played a significant role in advancing digital priorities nationally by coordinating public-private teams across government departments and the private sector, resulting in notable achievements in broadband adoption, education technology, and health innovation. Jordan's professional journey includes serving on Presidential and FCC Transition Teams, organizing voter protection efforts during the Obama campaign, and contributing to various roles at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Jordan's key skills encompass C-Suite Management Consulting, Coalition Building, Team Leadership, and Project Management, making him a valuable asset in driving organizational impact and growth. Jordan Usdan's diverse background, from tech strategy at Microsoft to policy work at the FCC, showcases his ability to navigate complex environments and drive change effectively.