Lee Mersek is a career intelligence officer and military leader in the United States Marine Corps, with over 20 years of experience in teaching, advising, and mentoring intelligence and military leaders in foreign nations. He has experience in leading combat operations, developing operational plans, building intelligence organizations, and coordinating with multinational and interagency partners. He holds two master's degrees and is a published author, with additional experience in producing analytic reports for international organizations. He is currently leading initiatives to adapt intelligence methodologies and best practices within the private sector and is serving as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Corps Reserves.