Jeff Harper
About Jeff Harper
Jeff Harper serves as the Director of Federal Sales at Accrete AI, where he focuses on leveraging AI technology for defense and intelligence applications. He has extensive experience in both military and corporate sectors, having held various leadership roles in government solutions and business development.
Current Role at Accrete AI
Jeff Harper serves as the Director of Federal Sales at Accrete AI, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's customer base within key defense and intelligence agencies, including the Defense Intelligence Community (IC), Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Army, and Air Force. His work involves leveraging AI technology for various applications, including intelligence, supply chain risk, and social media analysis.
Previous Experience at Smiths Detection
Prior to his current role, Jeff Harper worked at Smiths Detection in various capacities. He served as the Senior Director of Government Solutions for the Americas from 2017 to 2021, and as the Director of Business Development for six months in 2017. Additionally, he held the position of Manager of Strategic Business Development from 2015 to 2017 and was a Federal, Military, and Commercial Account Manager from 2012 to 2015. His tenure at Smiths Detection involved remote work and a focus on government solutions.
Military Background
Jeff Harper has a significant military background, having served in the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Navy Reserve. He was an S-3 Pilot and Quality Assurance Officer from 2004 to 2007 at NAS Jacksonville, FL, and an F/A-18 Pilot and Department Head from 2008 to 2011 at NAS Oceana, VA. He also served as a Student Naval Aviator from 2001 to 2003. In the U.S. Navy Reserve, he has been a pilot since 2015 and served as an F/A-18 Adversary Pilot from 2011 to 2015.
Educational Background
Jeff Harper studied Marine Biology at the College of Charleston, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1995 to 2000. He also completed his high school education at Woodward Academy from 1988 to 1995. His educational background provides a foundation for his analytical skills and understanding of complex systems.
Expertise in AI Applications
In his current role, Jeff Harper specializes in the application of artificial intelligence technology. He is involved in projects that focus on mis/dis/malinformation detection and tracing, as well as narrative analytics. His contributions include developing AI solutions that help uncover foreign influence and illuminate threat networks, demonstrating his commitment to leveraging technology for national security.