Stephen Mintz is an experienced professional currently working at Apple as part of the AIML team since August 2021. Previously, Stephen served as a Market Research Analyst at Microsoft, where responsibilities included leading market analysis to inform strategic decisions and investment strategies. Prior roles include Director of Market Intelligence at Perkins Coie LLP, where Stephen guided the market intelligence team to enhance profitability, and Senior Technical Program Manager at Leidos, managing a multidisciplinary team. Stephen has also contributed as an organizer and analyst for political campaigns, a campaign planner at Caerus Associates, and a strategic planner at Booz Allen Hamilton. Early career experience includes roles as an analyst at the U.S. Department of State and the United States Senate, as well as military service in the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of Captain. Stephen holds advanced degrees in International Affairs and has completed executive education at Stanford Graduate School of Business.