Jade Reidy is a seasoned professional with extensive experience spanning two decades in the United States Air Force and academia. Currently serving as a Staff Research Associate at the UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation since April 2022, Jade previously worked as a Graduate Student at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy from August 2020 to June 2022. In a distinguished military career, Jade held various leadership roles, including Deputy Commander of the 7th Operations Group, where responsibilities included developing B-1 Bomber Task Force capabilities, as well as serving as a Commander for multiple squadrons and as Wing Inspector General. Jade holds a Master's degree in International Affairs from UC San Diego, a Leadership Coaching Certificate from the University of San Diego, and a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese with a specialization in Business Administration from UCLA. Academic endeavors also include exchange studies at Korea University and Tsinghua University.