Founder And Ceo
CurrentProven Track Record of Driving Measurable Value Through Operational and Financial Leadership• Developed and executed a strategic business model: Developed partnerships across DoD/IC and commercial markets to develop dual-use technologies to generate break-out commercial success while promoting national security.• Built strategic legislative and government agency relationships: Successfully secured $28,000,000 in Congressional appropriations, demonstrating expertise in navigating government funding processes.• Developed personal advocacy of senior House and Senate leadership, as well as Governor and Mayor.• Delivered solid growth and strong projected P/L: Company was cash flow positive under 3 years and has double-digit revenue growth.• Built multi-agency DoD cost-plus prime contractor from scratch: Built company-wide cost structure, costing model, and comprehensive bidding and governmental compliance framework.• Developed groundbreaking core technologies: Delivered on technological milestones, including the demonstration of the first-ever scalable two-dimensional optical phased array technology.• Negotiated technology and IP licensing: Executed three licensing deals, encompassing nearly 300 patents, expanding the company’s intellectual property portfolio and market reach.• Secured private financing: Successfully closed two financing rounds, resulting in substantial capital infusion to ensure the company’s financial stability and growth potential.• Built high-performing teams and established stakeholder relationships: Cultivated and maintained key relationships with major stakeholders, including government customers, investors, and board members.• Established business processes and compliance. Established CMMC compliance, employment compliance, occupational health and safety, and compliance with government security requirements.
