Pracademic in Defence, Technology, and Strategic Innovation

With over 28 years of multidisciplinary experience, I combine technical expertise with a passion for innovation. My career spans defence, artificial intelligence, standards development, and leadership, where I bring a unique “pracademic” approach—melding practical industry experience with academic insights. Known for pioneering work in data interoperability, standards, and training, I’ve helped shape defence technology applications, designed impactful learning programs, and led complex projects with the Australian government and private sector clients.

As a thought leader, I’ve published articles and delivered presentations on AI, sovereignty, and holistic business strategy. I’ve co-authored influential papers for the defence sector and provided strategic insights on interoperability and standardisation. My work in training and development has been acknowledged for its innovation, with programs that uplift skills and foster growth across technical and strategic domains.

In addition, I’ve spearheaded practical innovations, such as robotic dust flaps for telescopes at Oxford University and a solar auto-guiding tool adopted by observatories internationally. I’m also an award-winning astrophotographer, with honours at the David Malin Awards for capturing celestial phenomena.

My approach blends academic rigour with real-world applicability, making me a trusted advisor and problem-solver for organisations navigating the intersection of technology, strategy, and human dynamics.