Jared Crooks

Jared Crooks is a strategy and operations leader with over 15 years of experience in creating and implementing strategic initiatives within rapid growth organizations in both public and private sectors. Currently serving as the Founding COO and CSO of Open Athena, and an advisor to the Ford Foundation, Jared has held leadership roles at notable organizations including NASA and McKinsey & Company. Jared has a proven track record in project management, stakeholder communication, and organizational development, with a passion for AI, healthcare, and logistics. They are also actively involved as a board member at PowerMyLearning while providing consulting services independently. Jared holds multiple degrees from Princeton University, including a Bachelor's degree and two Master's degrees.