Session Abstract:
The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) and streaming data will greatly enhance operational readiness and situational awareness for commercial enterprises, government and intelligence agencies, military entities and safety professionals. By using connected devices and sensors, end users can collect and analyze real-time data from various sources, such as vehicles, satellites, drones, vessels, and personnel. This data can then be streamed to a central platform, where it can be analyzed to provide insights into the current state of operations and potential threats. By leveraging this technology, users can make more informed decisions, improve response times, and enhance overall readiness.
Speakers:
Caroline Baldwin is the Director of SAS’ US Government Federal Division, leading a cross-functional team helping customers in the federal government solve complex, real-world challenges through the power of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. Prior to joining SAS, Caroline was part of the Department of Homeland Security Account Team for Accenture’s Federal Services Division. At SAS, she has held positions in the National Security Group, Strategic Programs Group and most recently, US Government Federal Management Division, where she holds a leadership role. She is the recipient of the Vice President’s Distinguished Service Award for her dedication and service to the organization. Caroline holds a B.A. in International and National Security and Journalism from UNC-Chapel Hill. She has served as both the President and Vice President of the Peace, War, and Defense UNC-Chapel Hill Alumni Association.
Michael Sellers is an AI Solution Architect in Booz Allen Hamilton’s Artificial Intelligence Group and leads teams in Computer Vision for Autonomous Systems, Rapid AI Training Methods, and AI for Immersive Systems. He manages the firm’s Vision and Embedded AI Platforms and their integration into Booz Allen’s Family of Edge AI Kits. Michael’s work is supported by a background in simulation software development with a BS and PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University at Buffalo.
As Senior Global Director and Head of IoT Commercial in SAS’ IoT Division, Josh Becker is responsible for the development and execution of the global IoT commercial strategy. He leads a diverse team of business development professionals, with domain expertise across all verticals. Responsible for co-innovating and co-developing with ecosystem partners, Josh and his team collaborate to build differentiated IoT solutions and create net new revenue. Building on the foundational tenet that analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence can improve lives by enabling better decisions, Josh believes that the Internet of Things scales this opportunity significantly and is intensely focused on partnering with others who share this vision. Prior to his current position, Josh served SAS in a variety of roles including: Principal Industrial IoT Business Development Executive, Manufacturing & Industrial Direct Sales, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Industry Consulting, and Manufacturing Solutions Architect. Josh serves on the Board of Directors of the Global Warranty and Service Contract Association (GWSCA), a non-profit organization focused on providing innovation, education and resources to the warranty and service contract industry. Prior to joining SAS, Josh led the Reliability Engineering team for what is now Sub-Zero Group, Inc., a manufacturer of luxury appliance brands Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove. Josh received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as well an MBA in Technology Management.
Vincent Mihalik is an innovation and emerging technology strategist with decades of experience spanning both government and commercial domains. He currently serves as the Senior Vice President responsible for P&L and Strategic Growth for the Digital Engineering & Communications Business Unit within MAG Aerospace. Notable career highlights include serving as the Digital Mail Program Manager for Congress in the wake of the 2001 anthrax attacks, innovation and emerging technology leader at Gartner, Principal Author and Strategy leader for the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency’s first ever integrated Technology Strategic Plan, and Hammer Award recipient while serving as a key member of a government modernization team awarded by the Vice President of the United States. Prior to joining MAG, Mr. Mihalik held a range of leadership positions spanning operations, strategic growth, and innovation at national security solution providers including Jacobs Engineering, Gartner, and Booz Allen Hamilton. He specializes in go-to-market strategy, mergers and acquisition strategy, strategic initiative campaigns, analytics at the edge, and secure ICS/OT solutions. He is also a veteran with more than 35 years of military service specializing in operations, strategic and tactical intelligence, and cyberspace operations. Over the course of his career, he has held key leadership positions serving the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Department of the Navy, and Intelligence Community Agencies. Vincent holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the Johns Hopkins University and a Master’s Degree in Strategic Intelligence from the National Intelligence University. He also holds post graduate certifications from the University of Pennsylvania – Wharton School of Business and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
