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< Back Megan Willinger Marketing Manager Megan Willinger joined the PureTech team after being in the financial industry in Marketing where she was responsible for marketing plans and strategy, oversight of brand identity, social media presence, special events, and promotional programs. Prior to her role as the Marketing Manager, she served as a Project Coordinator with PureTech Systems for nearly 3 years where she was responsible for a variety of tasks that included planning and coordinating projects thru completion, and working with the sales team to ensure timely finalization of sales proposals. Her experience and diverse background lends a unique eye when it comes to marketing the PureTech product line. Megan holds a BSBA from Northern Arizona University in Business Management with a certificate in Marketing. Mail Document

< Back Larry Bowe, Jr. President & CEO Larry Bowe is the Founder and President of PureTech Systems Inc. As an entrepreneur, Larry has been creating shareholder value in the software industry since 1987. Prior to founding PureTech Systems, Inc. in 2005, Larry was Vice President of Business Development for Verint Video Systems, a leading provider of digital video recording systems to the physical security market. In this role, Larry had overall responsibility for Product Management, technology licensing, acquisitions, and their mobile digital video business unit. During his 4 year tenure, Larry’s contributions were instrumental in growing revenue 250% both organically and through strategic acquisitions, transforming Verint. Prior to joining Verint, Larry had a 17 year career at Honeywell where he held several technical and leadership positions in both their Homes and Buildings and Avionics SBUs. As the youngest Director in Honeywell, Larry shared global responsibility for technology planning and budgeting for their billion dollar Homes and Buildings Solutions SBU. He was also assigned the technical lead, responsible for due diligence of software business acquisitions. Prior to joining Honeywell Homes and Buildings, Larry held technical leadership positions in Honeywell’s Avionics businesses. Larry was one of a select few to be nominated to participate in Honeywell’s two-year Leadership training program which he successfully completed. Larry also led the software team responsible for the first ever implementation of the Future Air Navigation Communications System (FANS) on business class jets. In his early career at Honeywell, Larry was a successful avionics software engineer. Prior to joining Honeywell, Larry worked for Motorola’s government electronics group whose focus was the manufacturing of satellite electronic systems. Larry holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Arizona State University School of Engineering and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Larry completed a number of courses in e-commerce from Stanford University. Mail Document

< Back Wade Barnes Chief Software Architect Wade Barnes has been in the information technology industry since 1977, having worked in the areas of distributed computing, large systems design, and computer applications in diverse fields including the security, health care, financial, and minerals industries. Prior to joining PureTech in 2006, companies he worked for include American Express, Lockheed Martin, and 3M Health Information Systems. He is a winner of the 3M Technical Circle of Excellence Award and the Oblad Award from the University of Utah. Mr. Barnes has B.S. and M.S. degrees in mining engineering and an M.S. degree in computer sciences. Mail Document

< Back Charlie Farnsworth Operations Manager Charlie Farnsworth, with over 40 years of experience in the software industry, currently serves as the Operations Manager at PureTech Systems. In this position, Charlie is responsible for the company's day-to-day operations, ensuring excellence in customer and technical support. Before joining PureTech, Charlie made substantial contributions to the aerospace and aviation sectors during his tenure at Honeywell Intl Inc. There, he played a crucial role in the development and testing of advanced avionics systems for commercial airliners and business jets. Most recently, his expertise was pivotal in the development of the Orion space capsule, a cornerstone project in deep space exploration where he was awarded EM-1 Orion Program Manager’s Commendation . Recognized for his leadership and dedication to advancing technology, Charlie 's forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence are a perfect match for the innovative culture at PureTech Systems. Charlie 's holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Geology from Millsaps College, and a Master of Science in Mathematics from Southern Methodist University. Mail Document

< Back Ilia Rosenberg VP Federal Sector In his current capacity as VP Federal Sector, Ilia Rosenberg manages all US Federal and International Government pursuits in the area of national security. Leveraging his extensive experience, Ilia drives all aspects of growth for technology and services for PureTech Systems. In his prior role as Managing Director for Blue Ocean Advisory Group and ISR GeoSensing Mr. Rosenberg was responsible for managing programs related to national defense, security, as well as heading their Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning practices. In 2016-2019 he was VP of Programs at a Silicon Valley AI start-up where he was leading technical developments and commercial negotiations with a variety of government and private customers and successfully brought AI technology to DoD and the intelligence community. In 2011-2015 he served as Chief Technologist for AGT International Global Delivery Organization in its Headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland leading the worldwide engineering team to assure effective development and transition of new products and creative solutions for Smart and Safe Cities and Smart Borders programs. Before joining AGT International in 2011, Ilia served as the Director of Technology Assessment for the Boeing Company Security Solutions division in Arlington, VA. Before joining Boeing he worked in the field of atmospherical physics and completed his postdoctoral studies at the Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. He published extensively in the peer review journals and his projects were covered by the New York Times, Time Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, New Scientist, The BBC, Discovery Channel, and Washington Technology. Mail Document

< Back Chris Sincock VP Channel Development Chris brings over 30 years of broad ranging experience in the electronic security industry serving in roles ranging from Product Manager to President. Chris held executive leadership positions with Lenel Systems International where he created the Lenel OpenAccess Alliance Program, and with HID Global, Zenitel USA, Inc., and DAQ Electronics. Most recently, Chris served as a Physical Security & IoT Subject Matter Expert for Everbridge (formerly CNL) responsible for PSIM sales in North America. Chris is formally educated in Business Administration and Psychology at Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY and Kaizen/Lean Manufacturing at Shingijutsu Ltd. in Gifu, Japan. Chris lives in Connecticut with his family and enjoys Boston area and UCONN sports as well as crafting the perfect pizza from scratch. Mail Document

< Back Border Security Insight Feb 15, 2024 Phoenix, Ariz., February 15, 2024 – On February 8th, PureTech Systems, under the auspices of Security Industry Association (SIA) and the National Capital Region Security Forum, hosted the 4th government-industry engagement with CBP. This time, the guest speaker was Mr. Henry Laxdal, who currently serves as Deputy Directorate Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD). Chief Laxdal provided valuable insights into the evolving vision and strategy of how PMOD supports the overarching USBP Strategy to keep America safe. He discussed how the Border Patrol strives to remain innovative in its pursuit of border security, shedding light on how important industry stakeholders are to its complex mission. His public service progressed from being a Border Patrol agent in Arizona, to working at USBP Headquarters in Washington, DC, to working as a Patrol Agent in Charge on both the Northern and Southern borders, and then back to USBP Headquarters. While assigned to Headquarters, Chief Laxdal worked in Law Enforcement Operations, Strategic Planning and Analysis, the Office of Acquisition, and is now the Deputy of PMOD. Close to 50 participants from industry stakeholders gathered to hear how PMOD strategizes and prioritizes innovative technology to identify, target, and mitigate emerging threats. Chief Laxdal discussed the decision-making process for large-scale programs of record and newly identified potential solutions that might solve a particular capability gap. Chief Laxdal answered each question from the attendees in detail providing additional clarity to many of the interrelated topics discussed during the previous week's Industry Day and beyond. From Chief Laxdal’s keynote and subsequent Q&A that lasted almost two hours, we gathered the following important points: There is a continued need for enhanced coordination between Border Patrol and the local sheriff departments, which often operate in overlapping jurisdictions. By establishing partnerships, it allows more effective and coordinated efforts along the border and in the local communities they protect. The shared intelligence from community policing efforts, surveillance systems and other similar systems enhances agents’ ability to manage operations along the border, increasing the safety and wellbeing of neighboring communities. AI plays an important role in integrated systems with automated detection, continuous monitoring, and predictive analytics, and is considered a critical component to increasing the efficiency of border operations by streamlining processes and functions that can be completed with advanced computing. Chief Laxdal articulated how staffing and attrition rates have become an increasing challenge, requiring creative methods to complete the mission with fewer people. As the evolution of technology continues to improve, the agency must continue to consider how best to utilize autonomous sensors in all environmental domains of land, air, and sea. The USBP must continue to grow its capability to rapidly adapt and deploy mobile solutions like unmanned aerial vehicles, land-based sensor nodes, subterranean detections, and future acquisition plans such as the Modular Mobile Surveillance Systems (M2S2) that provide remotely operated capabilities that reduce the need for additional manpower. Transnational Criminal Networks (TCN) are adopting the use of drones to infiltrate the borders of the United States, presenting a significant threat to the security of our nation. TCNs seek to illegally smuggle any commodity into the U.S. that provides a profit, ranging from narcotics trafficking like fentanyl to human trafficking. Additionally, TCNS are persistently monitoring border operations with the use of drones, seeking to disrupt the effectiveness of a Border Patrol response to illicit activity. To mitigate these security risks, CBP must have the flexibility and authorization to implement counter-drone operations that can identify, classify, track, and intercept drones that could be nefariously used by terrorists and TCNs. Another source of effort is the Common Operational Picture (COP), designed as a software solution that ties in edge computing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to further enhance the interdiction effectiveness of the USBP. The COP synthesizes large amounts of data through border detections into a unified user interface that can be used to prioritize threats and deploy border agents to interdict those threats. The National Capitol Region Security Forum, in partnership with its many stakeholders, is immensely grateful for Chief Laxdal’s participation and candidness and looks forward to future opportunities to learn from his leadership. The preparation for this event spanned several months, and in the end, it provided a successful opportunity for engagement and set the stage for meaningful discussions and networking opportunities. “PureTech sponsorship demonstrates their commitment to advancing the field of border security and their dedication to supporting initiatives that promote collaboration, innovation, and best practices. This sponsorship, alongside SIA and NCRSF, provides all of us with a platform to bring government leaders expertise and vision to an audience of industry professionals,” says Wayne Esser of NCRSF. For more information or additional details, please reach out to info@puretechsystems.com . Previous Next

< Back World Defense Show Post-Show Recap Feb 14, 2024 The recent event in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) was nothing short of remarkable, marking a significant stride in understanding the nuanced landscape of business operations within the region. Central to the discussions and interactions was the theme of localization, a cornerstone of KSA's Vision 2030. This initiative is not just a policy but a mandate for businesses aiming for sustained engagement in the Saudi market. The emphasis on localization underscores a strategic approach to economic diversification and sustainable development, aligning closely with the national vision. A key takeaway from the event is the prevalent strategy among companies to form Joint Ventures (JVs) as a pathway to localization. This approach is widely adopted as it aligns with the regulatory framework and facilitates deeper market penetration. The discussions highlighted the importance of such partnerships, indicating a pivotal topic for future marketing discussions where we can delve deeper into the intricacies and benefits of forming JVs. The commitment of companies to the Saudi market was evident through their substantial investments in exhibiting at the show and participating in public relations events. Notable interactions with local military officials and the US Ambassador underscored the strategic importance of these engagements. Many established companies within border security showcased their dedication to the Saudi market, and their presence, along with that of many emerging players, highlighted a vibrant competitive landscape. These new entrants, often offering competitive pricing and comparable technological capabilities, are reshaping market dynamics. Their flexibility and willingness to conduct extensive in-country demonstrations reflect a keen understanding of the market's unique requirements. This gathering was a testament to the evolving business ecosystem in KSA, characterized by a blend of established firms and new entrants all navigating the localization imperative. As we move forward, the insights gathered from this event will undoubtedly inform our strategies and approaches to engaging with the Saudi market. The conversations and meetings held have laid a solid foundation for future collaborations and business success in alignment with KSA's ambitious Vision 2030. Previous Next

< Back PureTech Enhances Security at Highly Sensitive Sites in Mexico Feb 2, 2024 Phoenix, Ariz – PureTech, a leader in providing AI-boosted video analytics security solutions for highly sensitive sites and country borders, announces a contract award for confidential facilities in Mexico. This award includes PureTech’s User Interface, PureActiv AlertView, in Spanish, a new relationship with Global Justice Solutions (GJS) and an integration with Silent Sentinel’s, NexOS platform. "We’re excited to protect these facilities in Mexico. This is a testament to PureTech's dedication to creating safe environments through strategic relationships and integrations," said Larry Bowe, Jr., CEO of PureTech. GJS is a company focused on delivering solutions for justice and public safety in Latin America. “This collaboration offers a comprehensive, seamlessly integrated security solution,” says Dinorah Santos, Principal of GJS, “from the deployment of advanced surveillance and cutting-edge AI-boosted video analytics, our unified approach is designed to ensure unparalleled protection and security." Silent Sentinel offers the latest in electro-optical (EO) and Infrared (IR) sensors, with expertise in both cooled and uncooled, long-range thermal camera platforms, making an ideal solution for the customer. "By combining our state-of-the-art, customizable NexOS platform for long-range surveillance and PureTech’s autonomous PTZ Auto-follow, we are revolutionizing the Mexican market with our cutting-edge solutions,” said Ryan Workman of Silent Sentinel. PureTech is dedicated to ensuring the integrity of critical infrastructure, and safety of personnel not just in the United States and Mexico, but across the globe. The company continues to show their unwavering commitment to delivering comprehensive, advanced perimeter security software solutions. For further details on PureTech's activities in Mexico, their new teaming relationship with GJS or the Silent Sentinel Integration, please contact info@puretechsystems.com or visit our website at www.puretechsystems.com . Previous Next