Mina Harriman

Mina Harriman, also known as Ms. Chang, is a seasoned professional who has held various key roles in organizations focused on humanitarian aid, development, and global stability. With a background in data analytics, social science, and geo-spatial intelligence, Mina has a wealth of experience in identifying and assisting vulnerable communities in conflict zones like Afghanistan, Iraq, Somalia, Nigeria, and the Philippines. Her work at Linking the World aimed to address critical vulnerabilities exploited by non-state actors through proactive stabilization initiatives. Mina is a Harvard Business School alumna and has participated in prestigious programs at the United States Army War College and Harvard Kennedy School. She has contributed thought leadership in major publications such as CNN, Fortune, and Forbes, emphasizing the intersection of technology, data science, and national security.

Mina's expertise extends to civil-military coordination and humanitarian response, having served as a Civil-Military UN-CMCoord Advisor and as a member of the Expert Panel for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in Humanitarian Response appointed by the United Nations. She has spoken at significant events like the Republican and Democratic National Conventions, the United Nations, and has been involved in academic program development at West Point. Currently serving as the Deputy Assistant Secretary Of State at the U.S. Department Of State, Mina continues to play a vital role in shaping policies related to global stability and foreign engagement.