Skyler Bernards

Michaela Mesquite is the Acting Group Chief for Augmenting Intelligence using Machines at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). Her duties encompass propelling the progress of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the Intelligence Community (IC) by synchronizing investments, facilitating expert alliances, and developing policies.   Michaela Mesquite is a panelist for the 5th […] More

Tom Arseneault is the President and Chief Executive Officer of BAE Systems. Spending over two decades in the company, he has taken on increasing leadership responsibilities. Get to know more about his professional background and accomplishments.    Who is Tom Arseneault?   Tom Arseneault is the President and CEO of BAE Systems, a U.S.-based company […] More

Alain Cohen is the President of the Communications Business for Ultra Intelligence & Communications. He is responsible for operating effective mission-critical communication systems in high-threat environments. Alain Cohen ensures the resilience of systems against threats like data breaches and jamming.    Here, we’ll delve into his professional background and contributions to advancing communication technologies in […] More

Kim Lynch is the Executive Vice President of Government Defense and Intelligence at Oracle. In this role, she strengthens client relationships, delivers innovation and value, and nurtures top-tier teams.   In 2024, she was honored with a Wash100 Award for expanding Oracle’s federal market presence and advancing cloud technology. Let’s dive deeper into her remarkable […] More

The decrease in military retention rates is a major issue for national defense. The scarcity of seasoned leaders impacts military effectiveness and raises questions about lower job satisfaction in the defense forces.    The U.S.’s overall military retention rate was 55% in 2021, highlighting the need for improvement. Inadequate compensation, toxic leadership, and limited freedom […] More