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Ann Mei Chang is a technology and social-impact leader known for applying Silicon Valley product thinking to public problems. She has held senior roles across government, philanthropy, and the private sector, including work at Google and U.S. agencies focused on development and innovation. Chang advocates rapid experimentation, user-centered design, and data-driven iteration to improve outcomes in areas such as health, education, and economic opportunity. She wrote the book Lean Impact, which adapts lean startup methods for nonprofits and mission-driven teams, and she frequently speaks on scaling evidence-based solutions responsibly and inclusively. Her career bridges policy, technology, and field implementation worldwide.

Quote: “Innovation comes from the unexpected, from bringing disparate perspectives together.”