John is an international technology executive with over 38 years of experience in the fields of data, advanced analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI). John is an adjunct professor at the University of Michigan in the School of Information (UMSI). John has led the global AI function at a Big Four consultancy, the second-largest pharmaceutical company in the world, and at Dell Technologies. In these roles, he has actively led the design, development, implementation, and use of innovative AI solutions, including Generative AI, Traditional/Classical AI, and Causal AI, across all business functions and operational areas. Mr. Thompson's technology expertise includes all aspects of advanced analytics and information management, including descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics, artificial intelligence, analytical applications, deep learning, cognitive computing, big data, simulation, optimization, synthetic data, and high-performance computing. John is a technology leader with expertise and experience spanning all operational areas, focusing on strategy, product innovation, growth, and efficient execution.