Skylark Labs Forms Distinguished Defense Advisory Board with Top Military Leadership to Accelerate Market Growth

jayfer2 0 Comments March 14, 2025

NEW YORK, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Skylark Labs, the innovative U.S.-based artificial intelligence company revolutionizing adaptive security solutions, today announced the formation of a distinguished Defense Advisory Board comprised of former military leaders and defense technology experts to guide the company’s strategic growth in the defense and security sectors.

The board brings together decades of leadership experience across military branches, intelligence operations, and defense technology deployment—providing Skylark Labs with unparalleled insights as it expands its footprint in the national security space.

“Assembling this exceptional group of defense and security experts represents a pivotal milestone in our company’s evolution,” said Dr. Amarjot Singh, Founder and CEO of Skylark Labs. “Their combined expertise and strategic guidance will be instrumental as we scale our adaptive AI solutions to address the most pressing challenges facing defense and security operations today.”

The advisory board includes several distinguished members with extensive backgrounds in military leadership and defense technology:

Lt. Gen. Michael S. Groen (Ret.), former US Marine Corps Commander of JAIC and Deputy Chief of Computer Network at NSA, who brings deep expertise in implementing AI solutions across military operations
Colonel Brad Boyd (Ret.), former U.S. Army Chief of Staff at US Army HQ, JAIC, Stanford, and DIU, with extensive experience in defense technology implementation
Colonel Douglas Drakeley (Ret.), former U.S. Air Force Director ISR US Air Force, JAIC, and DIU, bringing decades of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance expertise
Retired Border Patrol Agent in Charge, Philip Calk, with 28 years of experience at DHS and USBP with TS Clearance, offering specialized expertise in border and public safety operations

Proven Capabilities in Defense Applications

Skylark Labs’ innovative technologies have already demonstrated significant value in critical defense scenarios. The company’s ARIES system has received particular recognition for its advanced drone detection capabilities. “ARIES is a unique system which can detect and track drones beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS), extending the range and effectiveness of its surveillance capabilities. By analyzing the trajectories of detected drones, we can immediately differentiate between friendly and hostile UASs, providing crucial information for rapid decision-making in critical situations,” said Col. (Ret) Doug Drakeley, former Director of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) for the U.S. Air Force Reserve Command. “This collaboration will substantially enhance intelligence operations, empowering the United States to maintain its strategic advantage in today’s ever-evolving threat landscape.”

In the border security domain, Skylark Labs’ Scout MK II AI Tower has also proven its effectiveness. Retired Border Patrol Agent in Charge, Philip Calk, stated, “The Scout MK II AI Tower with Kepler’s adaptive technology is a revolutionary solution that dramatically improves border safety and situational awareness. As threats from cartels, drug trafficking, and human smuggling rapidly evolve, Skylark Labs’ real-time, self-learning AI provides immediate intelligence without any software updates. Our border agents need this capability to counter these emerging challenges.”

The advisory board will focus on accelerating Skylark Labs’ go-to-market strategy within the defense and security ecosystem, helping navigate the complex landscape of defense procurement, identifying strategic partnership opportunities, and ensuring that product development remains aligned with evolving national security priorities.

This announcement builds on Skylark Labs’ momentum following its recent recognition as the Emerging Growth Leader at the 2025 Space and Defense Innovator of the Year Awards, further validating the company’s innovative approach to security challenges.

About Skylark Labs

Skylark Labs is a U.S.-based artificial intelligence company revolutionizing security through adaptive technology that learns on any device from a single experience. Our brain-inspired architecture enables AI that adapts continuously like the human brain, eliminating operational disruptions while reducing costs. We specialize in advanced AI solutions for defense and security, delivering actionable intelligence at the tactical edge for enhanced situational awareness.

For more information, please contact info@skylarklabs.ai.