Pat Higbie

Pat Higbie has a diverse work experience spanning several industries and roles. They are currently the Co-founder and CEO of XAPP AI since 2020. Prior to that, Pat served as the CEO of XAPPmedia starting from 2012. They also worked as a Partner at Jersey Mike's Team NOVA in 2011. From 2008 to 2012, Pat held the position of EVP Business Development & Finance at Xtone, Inc. Before that, they served as the Vice President, Treasurer & Trustee at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club from 2005 to 2011. Pat also worked as the VP Business Development at MKS, Inc. for almost a decade, from 1999 to 2008. Additionally, Pat has had board level experience as a Board Member at Monumental Venture Partners from 2000 to 2003. They started their career as a Lieutenant in the US Coast Guard from 1980 to 1985. Before entering the corporate world, Pat held the position of Chairman and CEO at DataFocus Incorporated from 1985 to 1999.

Pat Higbie has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil Engineering from the US Coast Guard Academy. Additionally, Pat holds a Master's degree (MS) in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Pat has also obtained a certification as a Professional Engineer from the Commonwealth of Virginia, although the specific date of obtaining this certification is not provided.