Our expert advisory board is your gateway to unparalleled expertise in defense, manufacturing, and technology. These leaders, with decades of experience, guide our strategies and ensure success. Their insights and proven track records are instrumental in driving innovation and achieving our goals. Partner with us and benefit from the knowledge and strategies of an expert advisory board committed to excellence.

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Major General Bradley D. Spacy

USAF (retired)

 

General Spacy has over 30 years of experience in the US Air Force leading complex organizations from small unit to global enterprise, in peacetime and combat operations.  He is a six-time commander, having commanded two squadrons, a Mission Support Group, two Wings, and the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center.  He held numerous key staff positions at all levels of the Air Force and Joint Staff and was the Air Force Liaison to the US Senate.  

 

General Spacy has a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Fresno State University in California, a Master of Science Degree in Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, he was a National Defense Fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies and a Senior Executive Fellow at Harvard.  He is a published author and fitness innovator.

 

Since his retirement, General Spacy has been active in commercial industry as a CEO, Board Member and Consultant.  

 

General Spacy has been married to his wife Lisa for 36 years and they have two married daughters and twin grandchildren.

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Captain Brendan Gray USN (retired)

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​Integrity always matters in business. "The supreme quality of leadership is integrity." Dwight Eisenhower.

Brendan Gray was formerly the President and Chief Operating Officer of HALO Maritime Defense Systems. Prior to joining HALO, he was the Vice President of Global Operations for Interactive Data Corporation, a global provider of financial market data, analytics and related services to financial institutions, active traders and individual investors. He was responsible for the organization alignment of the Operations and IT departments, operational strategy, and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery operations across the globe.

A graduate of the US Naval Academy, Brendan served with distinction for thirty years as a Naval Aviator; his last five years as the Deputy Commander for Navy Region Europe, responsible for the security, force protection and the day-to-day operations of all US Navy bases in Europe. He has extensive experience in forging international partnerships, having organized and led a multi-national, multi-discipline team from 5 countries and 4 major defense contractors that established requirements for and initial design of the P-8A (new U.S. Navy aircraft).

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​Lieutenant Colonel Staff Infantry Ibrahim Al Faouri JAF (Retired)

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Ibrahim Al Faouri is a self-motivated professional with over 20 years of experience in the Jordanian Armed Forces, holding a strong background in military science, risk management, and operation management. He possesses two Bachelor's degrees from Mutah University (2003 and 2017) and is currently pursuing a Master's in risk management. 

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His experience includes roles as a Business Development Manager at Azimuth Defense LLC, where he managed contracts and identified new opportunities within the Jordanian Armed Forces, and an Operation Manager role at Key Communications for Marketing Ltd., focusing on customer service and supply chain management. He has a proven track record of working with international teams and expanding business relationships with government representatives.

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Dr. Anthony Jones

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Dr. Jones founded Intake Works LLC which focuses on developing advanced  materials and technical approaches to draw seawater into desalination facilities  while leaving the fish in the sea.

 

Dr. Jones holds a doctorate in oceanography from the University of Hawaii, masters in Biology from San Diego State University, and a BA in Zoology and Marine Biology from UC Berkeley.

 

Dr. Jones has extensive international experience in the fields of ocean mining, marine renewable energy technology development water purification and desalination

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Mr. Robert YU

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Robert Yu is a veteran of the manufacturing industry, with over 30 years of executive experience with major global 100 companies, having worked  extensively in North America, Asia, and Europe.

 

In addition to his global  experience on multiple continents, Robert has held executive leadership positions in Manufacturing, Product Development, Marketing, Sales and Services, and International Operations with preeminent global companies such as General Motors and Ford, and C-level positions with global leading tier 1 supplier such as Minth Group.

 

Robert is current the Head of Manufacturing Park, NIO, a new energy vehicle start-up with operations in USA, China, Germany and England.

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Most recently, Robert joined the Bishop Ascendant Inc. as an Advisor. Robert is a  graduate of University of Toronto, and hold a B.A.Sc. degree in Industrial  Engineering.

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Geof Rochester

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Geof Rochester is a strategic advisor to nonprofit and brand leadership in the areas  business, marketing and communications. Geof is a recognized thought-leader across corporate  sustainability and responsibility, NGOs, philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship. He brings  distinctive and dynamic experience with the world’s leading conservation NGO, media  companies, and consumer goods brands.

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Most recently, Geof served in global roles as Managing Director and Chief Marketing Officer of  The Nature Conservancy, where he was responsible for steering the organization's marketing,  membership and visibility strategies. Prior, Geof held the positions of Executive Vice President for  Marketing at World Wrestling Entertainment and Senior Vice President for Marketing at Showtime  Networks. Earlier in his career, Geof served in senior marketing positions with Comcast  Communications, Radisson Hotels International and P&G.

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Geof holds board positions and consults with several nonprofit organizations, helping them  advance their missions through strategic marketing efforts. He speaks regularly on the topics of  brand purpose and sustainability. Geof is a graduate of Georgetown University and received an  MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

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