Garrett Smith (Reveal) \\ Marine-Turned-Founder Revolutionizes Defense Technology In today’s episode, Garrett Smith, CEO of Reveal Technologies, discussed his journey from the Marine Corps to founding a defense tech startup in Bozeman, Montana. Garrett, a linguistics graduate with a background in Mandarin, transitioned from government service to Silicon Valley, where he focused on drone technology. Reveal Technologies developed Farsight, a software that creates 3D maps from drone video in real-time, enhancing situational awareness for warfighters. Here’s a closer look at the episode: Garrett Smith's Background and Early Life Enlistment in the Marine Corps post-9/11 and his decision to pursue higher education at Stanford University. Garrett explains his undergraduate degree in linguistics with an emphasis on Mandarin, which he learned while serving as a Mormon missionary in Taiwan. Transition to Silicon Valley and Early Career Garrett discusses the decision to leave government for the tech startup world, influenced by the potential for greater impact and ownership in tech startups. Inspiration for Reveal Technologies Garrett explains the concept of photogrammetry and how Reveal Technologies' software, Farsight, uses it to create 3D maps from drone video in real-time. Future of Defense Technology and Reveal's Vision Garrett reflects on the broader implications of defense technology innovation, drawing parallels to the Cold War era and the current geopolitical landscape. Community Building and Future of Tech Hubs Les and Garrett discuss the future of defense technology and the potential for Reveal Technologies to continue innovating in the space. Resources: Website: https://www.revealtech.ai/ Garrett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgarrettsmith/ Reveal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reveal-technology/posts/?feedView=all