From Bureaucracy to Breakthroughs: Accelerating Edge AI for Warfighter Dominance

Jags Kandasamy is an experienced entrepreneur and technology leader, passionate about innovation. As Co-Founder and CEO of Latent AI, he brings a wealth of experience in AI, machine learning, and IoT. Jags has a history of building successful companies and driving growth. His previous roles at OtoSense, Hewlett Packard, and other leading organizations have equipped him with a deep understanding of the industry and a keen eye for emerging opportunities. Jags is committed to leveraging AI to solve real-world problems and create a positive impact.

General James E. Cartwright, a retired U.S. Marine Corps general, serves as a strategic advisor to Latent AI. With a distinguished 40-year career, he held high-ranking positions including Commander of U.S. Strategic Command and Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. General Cartwright lends his expertise in strategic deterrence, nuclear proliferation, and cybersecurity, as well as his experience leading large organizations.

Lieutenant General (Retired) David G. Bassett is a seasoned military leader with over 35 years of service. His most recent role was as Director of the Defense Contract Management Agency, overseeing a vast network of contracts. Previously, he led the Army Program Executive Offices for Command, Control and Communications-Tactical and Ground Combat Systems, overseeing critical modernization efforts for the Army’s tactical network and combat vehicle fleet. Bassett brings in-depth expertise in acquisition, leadership, and technology.

Lieutenant General John (Jack) N.T. Shanahan (USAF, Ret.) is an accomplished military leader with a distinguished 36-year career in the U.S. Air Force. Jack served in a variety of operational and staff positions in various fields including flying, intelligence, policy, and command and control. He commanded at the squadron, group, wing, Agency, and Numbered Air Force levels. As the inaugural Director of both Project Maven and the DoD Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC), he spearheaded the DoD’s adoption of AI technologies. Jack serves on a variety of AI-related committees, boards, and advisory groups, and as a consultant on the use of AI-enabled technologies for national security. He shares his deep understanding of AI, operations, intelligence, and command and control.

Rear Admiral (Retired) Doug Small is a distinguished naval officer with a strong background in engineering and acquisition. He has held leadership positions in various naval organizations, including the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems and the Naval Information Warfare Systems Command. Small provides his insights on naval warfare, technology, and leadership.