Defense Mavericks

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear an insightful discussion with Ken Farber, Solution Architect for Artificial Intelligence at Teksynap. One of the most important aspects of ensuring the best outcomes when interacting with AI is making sure it is equipped with the correct data and language needed to perform its tasks. Ken shared with us that as a result, these models often carry negative biases–leaving us with clues about what is required for the future of AI programming in order to avoid them. Listen in to learn more about the work he’s doing with Teksynap to make Machine Learning models more accessible to people; an initiative to help encourage a thorough understanding of AI at every level. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/  Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/  Alethia Labs: https://alethialabs.org/  ATARC: https://atarc.org/

Today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today features Oki Mek, Chief Information Security Officer at Microsoft. From serving as the first Chief AI Officer at the HHS to working across government and industry, he shared some of the biggest challenges he and his team have faced in order to provide the best possible applications of AI. Now in the cyber realm, he discussed being able to identify the intersection between these worlds and find solutions to the security risks that these capabilities pose. Listen in to hear more about the work he’s doing to help necessary regulations adapt to the rapidly-increasing speed of AI.  CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/  Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/  Alethia Labs: https://alethialabs.org/  ATARC: https://atarc.org/

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Nicholas Vandre, U.S. Army Special Operations Command. Nicholas reflected on how using resourcefulness in the face of obstacles has been beneficial in equipping him with a sense of vision within the DoD–a space that requires innovation and flexibility to navigate. Listen in to hear more about why he believes in the effectiveness of finding the intersection of where the human-side and the solution meet as an approach to problem-solving, and using transparency in order to spearhead experimentation within the defense space. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/ https://alethialabs.org/

Tune in for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear a compelling discussion with LCDR Timothy Beach, Chief Data Officer, Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems, U.S. Navy. When predicting the future of AI, there’s rarely ever just one path that can be taken. Timothy shares that preparing for each of these outcomes with a thorough understanding of emerging capabilities is the key to ensuring safety and security. Listen in to hear more as we unpack what is required to address human needs within the AI space, and how curiosity, exploration, and education can help equip people with the most vital questions needed to navigate it. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/

Luke Douglas, Acting Director of the Office of Strategic Information, Research, & Planning at the Peace Corps, discusses the importance of collaboration for innovation, AI applications in government, AI literacy, and the exciting work of the Peace Corps and the federal government in utilizing data-driven approaches for innovation.

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we sit down with John Ferry, President at Trenchant Analytics, LLC, and Co-Founder/CEO of userogue.com. John sat down with Bonnie to discuss one of Tradewind’s success stories, working with the CDAO on applying AI to the acquisition process.  Listen in to hear more about semi-automating the entire contract pipeline, from AI powered contract writing, improving workflow, and a faster acquisition process.  CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Mark Beall, CEO and Co-Founder of Gladstone AI. Mark sat down with us to discuss how his passion for digital transformation led him to create initiatives that helped organizations to better utilize AI. Listen in to hear more about how his work with Gladstone is working with government and industry to support and execute their missions with the guidance and support of emerging technologies. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Tyler Sweatt, Chief Revenue Officer at Second Front Systems. Tyler’s drive for innovation stems from his time in the military and as a consultant–both exposing him to the kinds of capabilities that are required for the future of the defense space. Stay tuned to hear more about the work he’s doing with Second Front Systems to solve technology and security challenges, and the process of accelerating capability transactions. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, where we are joined by Frank Indiviglio, Chief Technology Officer at NOAA. Artificial intelligence and machine learning play a pivotal role in creating predictive models based on environmental and climate data, and Frank sat down with us to give us some insight on just how impactful these systems are. Listen in to hear more about what’s next for the future of weather forecasting, and the intersection of technical and scientific problem-solving within the NOAA Incubator program. CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Karen Howard, Executive Director of the Head of the Office of Online Services at the IRS. Karen shared her passion for creating solutions in the digital space, and how her work with the IRS is using AI and innovative solutions to achieve those goals. Stay tuned to hear more about what kinds of changes are being made to accommodate the rapidly evolving digital landscape, and what skills are proving themselves to be most useful in the field.  CDAO: https://www.ai.mil/ Tradewind AI: https://www.tradewindai.com/ ATARC: https://atarc.org/