Mariah Kennedy is the Director of Energy Policy at Microsoft, where she has worked since 2019. In this role, Mariah directs global policy and strategy on issues including AI and energy, assisting teams across Microsoft’s value chain in regions around the globe. Previously, Mariah directed the company’s Global Datacenter Energy Strategy, playing a pivotal role in shaping innovative policies and strategies that support Microsoft's global business.

Before joining Microsoft, Mariah worked at Puget Sound Energy, where she served in multiple roles, managing teams at the state, federal, and regional levels. Mariah also worked as an attorney at K&L Gates and served as an adjunct professor of energy law and policy at Seattle University School of Law.

Mariah is thankful to have the opportunity to serve on several boards and organizations that are working to progress opportunities on critical issues. Outside of work, Mariah loves living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, where she enjoys running, cycling, and spending time with her family.