#208 - Cybersecurity in space with Blake Hershey and Gabe Garrett from MORI Associates

On today’s episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we are going to be speaking with a couple of team members from MORI Associates, a leading firm with over 25 years of experience in delivering comprehensive solutions across technology, communication, and space mission support. Specializing in scalable, high-impact technologies, the company addresses current challenges while anticipating future needs, contributing to a more connected, efficient, and secure future. MORI Associates has played pivotal roles in supporting missions to Earth orbit, the moon, and beyond, contributing to groundbreaking projects that advance both terrestrial applications and interstellar explorations.Our first guest is Gabe Garrett, Senior Vice President of Space and Defense at MORI Associates. With nearly two decades of experience in the aerospace and defense industries, Gabe leads strategy, growth, and operations across key civil and defense accounts. Before joining MORI Associates, he served as Account Vice President at SAIC, overseeing the Human Space Exploration and Operations Solutions division. Gabe's extensive background includes leadership roles at Engility Corporation and engineering experience with spacecraft, launch vehicles, and mission systems at ARES Corporation.Our other guest is Blake Hershey, Chief Growth Officer at MORI Associates. Blake is a visionary entrepreneur known for his passion for creating products that enhance lives and drive positive behavioral changes.With a track record of transforming concepts into successful multi-million-dollar ventures, he brings extensive expertise in business development, including finance, operations, marketing, product innovation, and strategic planning. His leadership has been instrumental in driving significant revenue growth at MORI Associates over the past several years. Blake has also been recognized by Forbes' Next 1000 for his entrepreneurial achievements.