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Bridgeton, Missouri, United States

Delaware, Us

● Founded Next Maneuvers, Inc. to pioneer the integration of sleep detection technology with autonomousdriving rescue maneuvers.● Acquired sleep detection software and IP from Transecurity LLC, a safety software company established bysleep research scientists from Virginia Tech Transportation Institute.● Orchestrated the strategic sale of IP during Next Maneuvers' transition, facilitating its integration intoWingDriver's smartphone safety SDK product.● Attracted additional investors and advisors to WingDriver, bolstering strategic guidance and resourceacquisition.● Currently serving on the Board of Directors, driving corporate governance and strategic initiatives to enhancesafety technology integration in automotive applications.

Rochester Hills, Michigan, Us

● Spearheaded strategic initiative to develop Autonomous Work Vehicles (AWVs) for critical infrastructure,leading all facets of market research, revenue modeling, and development planning.● Crafted comprehensive product definition and specifications, encompassing system architecture, customerrequirements, and stringent safety standards.● Directed R&D team through three iterative cycles, aligning product evolution with market demands andcustomer feedback.● Championed high-stakes demonstrations at local and airfield venues (phases 1-3), driving regulatoryengagement with FAA for AWV deployment readiness.● Managed $2.5M internal investment, forecasting ARR to exceed $50M by 2026 and securing $2.1M in pivotalpublic funding.● Engineered groundbreaking brake-by-wire system utilizing automotive stability controls, negotiating exclusivepartnerships yielding immediate $5-$10M ARR.● Enhanced safety features of core products, achieving timely approvals from major clients, fostering $7M ARRexpansion across US and UK markets.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

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Plymouth, Michigan, Us

● Established and led the development of Hyundai Mobis' Autonomous Vehicles R&D Center in North America, assembling a team of engineers, technicians, and senior management.● Secured capital funding for state-of-the-art equipment, tools, and laboratory facilities to support innovativeR&D initiatives.● Conceptualized and introduced the DDREM (Departed Driver Rescue and Exit Maneuver) autonomous driving concept, which was presented to the head of NHTSA Vehicle Safety Research, resulting in an exclusive multi-year collaboration contract that remains active through 2024.● Obtained Hyundai-Mobis HQ approval to advance DDREM for commercialization in U.S. and global markets.● Successfully developed DDREM from concept to functional prototype, adhering to timeline and budget constraints.● Conducted a compelling demonstration of DDREM to South Korean CTO and executives, securing Phase 2development approval.● Collaborated closely with the sales department to craft early value propositions and engage automotive OEMs.● Positioned DDREM for production, with planned deployment and potential to save 7,000 lives annually basedon AAA & NSF data, underscoring its significant emergency autonomy impact for Hyundai-Mobis.

Hanover, De

● Developed and executed a comprehensive product R&D strategy for the U.S. region, aligning with corporateobjectives and market demands.● Identified and secured multiple public funding sources, strategically influencing funding decisions to supportinnovation initiatives.● Successfully obtained funding for several high-impact R&D projects through effective proposal developmentand presentation.● Represented the North American Patent Board division, advocating for intellectual property protection andinnovation leadership.● Established collaborative partnerships with key R&D stakeholders across the U.S., fostering relationships withfederal and state government agencies including NHTSA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for R&D, ITS JPOfor Connected and Automated Vehicles, FHWA Highway Research Center, and transportation departments inMichigan and California.● Engaged with prestigious research institutions such as Draper Laboratory, UC Berkeley PATH, Virginia TechTransportation Institute, Texas A&M Transportation Institute, University of Michigan Transportation ResearchInstitute, and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to drive innovation and research advancements inautomotive safety and technology.

Hanover, De

● Led the establishment of a new regional advanced engineering group, defining department scope, recruitingtalent, and building strategic relationships in Germany and the regional R&D community.● Produced novel proof-of-concept advanced safety systems and automated driving functions tailored for theNorth American market.● Secured and executed several funded R&D projects from OEM advanced engineering groups.● Engaged in collaborative R&D projects with universities, research institutes, and government R&D agencies.● Created and presented winning internal R&D designs that were approved by the corporate board andsuccessfully brought to customer demonstration level.● Generated associated intellectual property and transferred successful projects to production groups forapplication.● Co-developed a new systems engineering department for NA and led system-level activities, includingsimulation, requirements, safety analysis, vehicle testing, and system release for production programs.● Developed and released the Ford Escape full brake system and the Ford Fusion Hybrid brake-by-wire system.● Secured full system programs with Chrysler (Global SUV) and GM (Medium-duty Truck).