Philosophy From the Front Line
Philosophy From the Front Line
Robert Robinson II
How do I develop an AI Strategy? - PFFL - E#115 with Heather McLean
41 minutes Posted Jul 28, 2026 at 3:55 am.
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Heather McLean, CEO and AI strategist, discusses her journey from an Air Force ROTC scholarship to a diverse 20-year military career spanning supply chain management, logistics, and IT. She highlights the challenges of transitioning from a structured military environment to a chaotic startup, emphasizing the importance of building trust and adapting to new work dynamics. Heather's company, McLean Forrester (Mcleanforrester.com), focuses on custom AI and technology solutions, ensuring clients get value from their investments. She advises veterans to "bloom where they are planted" and to be their own advocates in the civilian workforce.




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McLean Forrester - mcleanforrester.com

Heather's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-mclean1/ 

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