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Dr. Michelle S. Thomas

Founder & CEO — MST Innovative Technology Corp​
​Creator — Aecendt Global Marketplace​
Executive Strategist | Equity-Centric Innovator | Women’s Economic Advancement Leader

Professional Summary

Dr. Michelle S. Thomas is a visionary technology founder and equity advocate who is redefining how modern professionals earn, grow, and gain access to economic opportunity. As Founder & CEO of MST Innovative Technology Corp, she leads the development of Aecendt Global Marketplace — a first-of-its-kind digital ecosystem designed to eliminate hiring bias, elevate skilled talent, and empower entrepreneurs to scale their earning potential.

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With 30+ years of executive leadership experience across corporate operations and business growth strategy, Dr. Thomas blends advanced technology with human-centered innovation. Her mission is clear: to transform the future of work by dismantling systemic barriers and creating equitable visibility for women and underestimated professionals worldwide.

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Core Leadership & Innovation

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MST Innovative Technology Corp — Founder & CEO Chartered MST as a technology corporation focused on employment innovation, entrepreneurship enablement, and economic sustainability Leads the vision, development roadmap, and commercialization strategies for enterprise platforms Oversees company partnerships with academic institutions, workforce organizations, and corporate employers Guides product strategy grounded in data science, user equity, and bias-reduction mechanisms

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Aecendt Global Marketplace — Creator & Chief Architect Built a disruptive two-sided marketplace aimed at transforming the way professionals are discovered and hired Designed unique product innovations such as: Story-First Profile System — showcases skills and lived experience before identity to reduce bias Career Compass + Entrepreneurial Pairing Tools — create pathways to alternative careers and business growth Aecendt Storefronts — enabling entrepreneurs and small businesses to earn differently Developed strategic multi-tier subscription and revenue model that supports both professionals and companies Advancing an ecosystem that supports Professionals, Entrepreneurs, Interns, and Career Changers

Mission + Market Advantage

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Aecendt addresses the widening disconnect between employers and real-world talent. Unlike traditional hiring platforms, Aecendt focuses on:

• Skills > Status (eliminates reliance on pedigree and appearance)
• Opportunity Access for overlooked high-potential professionals
• Integrated Earning Ecosystem connecting career and entrepreneurship in one platform

This approach drives economic mobility, workforce inclusion, and innovation competitiveness.

Speaking + Thought Leadership Focus

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Career Highlights

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• Technology founder advancing a global platform designed for sustainable impact
• Partnered with workforce organizations to elevate employment outcomes
• International best-selling author and award-winning leadership developer
• Recognized champion for women-owned and minority-owned business growth

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