John Karnes is an experienced financial executive with a strong background in leadership roles, serving as Chief Financial Officer for multiple organizations, including Clarity Software Solutions, Inc., Quarterhill Inc., Ontellus, and Vertafore. Additionally, John held the position of Interim Chief Financial Officer at SambaSafety. Currently pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy at MIT Sloan School of Management, John also possesses a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from SMU Dedman School of Law, earned in May 1988.