Draft:Morgan Mercer

Morgan Mercer is an American entrepreneur and innovator in the field of virtual reality technology. She is the founder and CEO of Vantage Point, a company that specializes in using VR for training and education in areas such as diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Early life and education
Mercer's passion for technology and its potential to create positive social change was ignited at a young age. Growing up, she was fascinated by the ways in which technology could connect people and enhance their lives. She studied business and political science at East Carolina University. Mercer is a two-time survivor of sexual harassment.

Career
Morgan's career in the tech industry began with a focus on user experience design and product development. She worked for several years in this capacity, gaining valuable insights into how technology can be used to improve people's lives. It was during this time that she began to explore the potential of VR as a tool for creating immersive and impactful training experiences.

In 2017, Morgan founded Vantage Point with the goal of revolutionizing the way companies approach training on sensitive topics such as sexual harassment and diversity and inclusion. The company's VR training programs have been praised for their effectiveness in creating empathy and understanding among employees, leading to more inclusive and respectful workplaces.

she has been recognized as a leader in the field of VR technology and its applications for social good.

As of 2020, Vantage Point has raised $3.75 million for her anti-bias training platform, a feat done only by a few of minority women. Investors include Samara Hernandez, Dana Wright, and Adrian Fenty.