Nkechi "Payton" Iheme is an outstanding public policy figure with a resume spanning more than 20 years. Payton brings her vast experience to bear on pressing issues pertaining to feminism, community building, online safety, diversity and equity, small business support, and public-private partnerships in her role as Head of Global Public Policy for Bumble Inc., a leading dating, social, and business platform that prioritizes women's empowerment.

The contributions Payton makes go beyond what she does for Bumble. She uses her experience as a board member for SCORE, the oldest and largest small business mentoring group, to help and mentor aspiring business owners. She is also an Entrepreneur in Residence at Georgetown University, where she advises entrepreneurs and founders directly and imparts her priceless knowledge and experience.

Payton had significant positions in recognized firms before joining Bumble. She was a key player in Facebook's public policy outreach efforts, and under the Obama Administration, her knowledge of communication technology made her a dependable Senior Policy Advisor for Communication Technology at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Her work in the Defense Department, the State Department, and as a legislative liaison in Congress, working with Members of the Senate Intelligence, Armed Services, and Foreign Relations Committees, has also given her priceless experience in defense, intelligence, humanitarian aid, and special access programs.

As a proud officer and 21-year veteran of the military, Payton is committed to serving her country. She heroically defended the Capitol during the attack on January 6 and the weeks that followed, demonstrating her steadfast dedication to preserving democracy and maintaining the liberties we treasure.

Payton, who lives in the Washington, DC, region with her husband and kid, continues to have a significant influence through her advocacy, leadership, and mentoring work..

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