Jason Weiss brings an exceptional background in software engineering architecture and cryptology dating back to his service in the US Navy as a cryptologist during the first Gulf War. He has lectured internationally on computer science topics, authored multiple books, holds several patents, and is a successful serial entrepreneur. He holds an MA in intelligence and a BS in computer science. Jason is presently the chief software officer at Conquest Cyber, and prior to that he was the first chief software officer for the Department of Defense, responsible for driving software modernization policy and guidance, and was a co-author of the DoD’s Software Modernization Strategy. Previous positions held include vice president, IT transformation, at BAE Systems, Inc., and senior vice president, cloud platform and applications, at SMARTRAC N.V.
Dan Patt is a senior fellow with Hudson Institute’s Center for Defense Concepts and Technology. His experience is at the intersection of technology, business, and national security strategy. His work at Hudson focuses on the role of information and innovation in national security.
Dr. Patt supports strategy at the artificial intelligence company STR and supports Thomas H. Lee Partners’ automation and technology investment practice. He has more than 15 years of experience operationalizing emerging technology, including artificial intelligence, networked information systems, robotics, supply chain automation, and enterprise information technology. He holds advisory board roles at the University of Michigan College of Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and Andrew W. Marshall Foundation.