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