Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAI) has announced the appointment of Colonel (Ret.) Jarret Mathews as its first chief operating officer, effective immediately. Mathews brings over 25 years of operational leadership, defense acquisition, and advanced technology integration experience to the company, which is advancing its government contract strategy for AI-enabled defense and security solutions.
Mathews previously served as director of the Joint Acquisitions Task Force within U.S. Army Special Operations Command, where he led artificial intelligence and machine learning integration and acquisition reform efforts. His appointment reflects Safe Pro’s focus on converting its technology pipeline, including its SPOTD AI platform for drone-based threat detection, into awarded contracts and revenue.
“Jarret’s proven track record in leading complex acquisition programs and integrating cutting-edge technologies within the special operations community aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver advanced AI-powered solutions to defense and security customers,” said Dan Erdberg, CEO of Safe Pro Group. “His leadership will be instrumental as we scale our operations and pursue new opportunities in the government sector.”
Safe Pro Group is a mission-driven technology company delivering AI-enabled security and defense solutions. Through platforms like SPOTD, the company provides advanced situational awareness tools for defense, humanitarian, and homeland security applications globally. SPOTD leverages commercially available off-the-shelf drones with proprietary machine learning and computer vision technology to enable rapid identification of explosives threats, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional human-based analysis methods.
The company’s cloud-based ecosystem, powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), targets multiple markets including commercial, government, law enforcement, and humanitarian sectors. Safe Pro’s AI software, Safe-Pro USA protective gear, and Airborne Response drone-based services work in synergy to deliver safety and operational efficiency.
Mathews’ appointment comes as Safe Pro Group seeks to expand its footprint in the defense sector. The company’s focus on AI and machine learning aligns with broader Department of Defense initiatives to accelerate adoption of these technologies. “I am excited to join Safe Pro Group at this pivotal time,” said Mathews. “The company’s AI-driven solutions have the potential to significantly enhance situational awareness and threat detection capabilities for our warfighters and first responders. I look forward to helping the team execute on its strategic vision and deliver value to our customers and shareholders.”
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