Leadership
Bishop Ascendant is led by senior-level professionals who are highly experienced in developing and deploying technology-centric products and responsibly running the organizations who deliver these products worldwide.
Justin Bishop, President & CEO
The founder and head of Bishop Ascendant, Justin has more than 37 years of product commercialization and business experience. The inventor of the first-generation Type I Whisprwave floating breakwater and the second-generation Type II HALO Maritime Defense System, he specializes in modular system design for rugged environments using tough, durable plastics and composites. He has been issued over 35 utility patents to date. linkedin.com/in/justin-bishop-36673348
John Krane, Chief Technology Officer
John brings over 25 years’ experience in computer science and information systems management. A graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, he holds a BS in Computer Science and an MS in Information Systems. John is developing the operating system that will control Spark’s integrated functionality. Initial work is already underway with our forming team of engineers. linkedin.com/in/johnkrane
Eugene Fernicola, Chief Business Development Officer
Eugene has unique technical sales knowledge from 42 years’ experience selling highly technical mechanical systems. Skilled in retail, wholesale and distribution, he has marketed to Fortune 500 builders for decades, and created and marketed several proprietary products to the building industry. Eugene leads sales and business development for Spark. linkedin.com/in/eugene-fernicola-5957baa9
Keith Eckert, Chief Financial Officer
Keith is an entrepreneurial, highly-effective and proven senior finance executive. He is responsible for our financial modeling, management and investor relations. Keith is former CFO and founding member of EPIX, a joint venture of Viacom, Paramount, Lionsgate and MGM Studios. Keith is a graduate of Cornell University, and received an MBA from Columbia University. linkedin.com/in/keitheckert