If she has a software patent, it could mean she understands how the system works, you wouldn't hire a lawyer who doesn't have a title, on the other hand, one that has written a law would appear more knowledgeable.

What I suspect is the problem is this

"The Board tasked me with making changes to serve the next generation and ensure our impact in the future,"

I would suspect if this is not political correct wording for "let's make money".