Lene Martin teaches blockchain business applications and analytics at the Pepperdine Graziadio Business School. She is the founder and director of the “Blockchain at Pepperdine” program, offering blockchain technology conferences, curriculum, certificates, and collaboratories. With 20 years dedicated to the communications, media, and technology industry, Lene has been an advocate for digital start-ups, is a founder of a Malibu consulting company, and a leader in innovative solutions for blockchain, cybersecurity, and communications at top organizations such as Lockheed Martin Corp., Amgen Inc., and The Crypto Company Inc. She holds M.A. degrees in Communications and Women’s Studies, a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, a Ph.D. candidacy in Pepperdine’s Global Leadership and Change program, and has received a Pepperdine Waves of Innovation grant award. As an author, speaker, and advisor, her research focuses on global economic and social strategies for women and leadership, corporate social responsibility, and emerging technologies.