ZeroEyes, creator of the only A.I.-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation announced that former U.S. Air Force and Space Force Chief Technology Officer and Chief Architect Officer - Preston Dunlap has joined as its new Strategic Advisor.
In his role, Mr. Dunlap will advise ZeroEyes on technology and product development as well as strategic growth across the federal government.
Address gun-related violence and security
“Whether serving in the defence and Intelligence communities or the private sector, I’ve always been deeply passionate about bringing national security and cutting-edge technology together to rapidly deliver capability into the hands of those who need it most,” said Mr. Dunlap.
He adds, “When I was introduced to ZeroEyes, I was struck by the founders’ focus and drive to address gun-related violence and security by leveraging the power of technology combined with their operational expertise. I’m proud to join in their fight to save lives.”
Preston's experience
Mr. Dunlap, the founder of Arkenstone Ventures, serves on Corporate Boards and advises Fortune 100 companies
Mr. Dunlap, the founder of Arkenstone Ventures, serves on Corporate Boards and advises Fortune 100 companies, small and mid-size businesses, private equity, and venture capital firms.
From 2019-2022, he was appointed by the Secretary of the Air Force as the first Chief Technology Officer and Chief Architect Officer of the U.S. Space Force and Air Force, overseeing the technology, engineering, and architecture of over $70 Billion of acquisition programmes.
Preston's responsibilities
Before that role, Mr. Dunlap also led national-level initiatives for the Vice President of the United States and Cabinet Secretaries at the White House, ran the Pentagon’s $750 Billion Investment Decision Committee process for multiple Secretaries of defence (building the 5-Year defence Budget), and personally started over $250 Billion of new defence and intelligence programmes.
He also attained the highest rank in the federal Senior Executive Service and the private sector served on multiple boards and technology start-ups and as an Executive at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory.
Innovative technology
“Preston’s proven drive for protecting US citizens with innovative technology is tailor-fit for ZeroEyes’ mission,” said Mike Lahiff, CEO of ZeroEyes.
He adds, “We are incredibly honoured to have the direct support and guidance of an innovator and leader who has such extensive experience implementing new technologies within the US government. With Preston’s know-how, we know we will be able to expand ZeroEyes’ A.I. gun detection adoption into new government markets.”