A View From Above: Mike Stolarik, QinetiQ North America
Episode Description
An interview from the recent Wharton Aerospace Conference
Brief Summary
Kinetic North America's president discusses company growth, defense contracts, and proactive cybersecurity measures.
Key points
- Kinetic's Origins. Kinetic, inspired by James Bond's Q, has evolved from a British government entity to a billion-dollar company.
- Acquisitions and Growth. Kinetic has made 15 acquisitions since 2005, positioning itself for future growth.
- Cybersecurity Strategy. Kinetic is building a cyber portfolio to enhance its defense and intelligence capabilities.
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Episode highlights
- Kinetic's OriginsKinetic, inspired by James Bond's Q, has evolved from a British government entity to a billion-dollar company.“If he were a real person, he would have worked for what is now Kinetic.”0:36May 12, 2011
- Acquisitions and GrowthKinetic has made 15 acquisitions since 2005, positioning itself for future growth.“I definitely think there will be more acquisitions that take place.”1:53May 12, 2011
- Cybersecurity StrategyKinetic is building a cyber portfolio to enhance its defense and intelligence capabilities.“We recognized early on the role that cyber could play.”8:58May 12, 2011
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