About Me

I am a highly motivated and experienced Product Leader with a diverse background spanning defense, space, and the gaming industry. My expertise encompasses product design and development, cross-functional team leadership, machine learning, hardware and software R&D, UX/UI, and strategic planning.

I possess a deep understanding of defense and space technologies, including satellite imagery analysis, composite materials, and military operations. Additionally, I have a strong academic foundation in security studies, with a focus on insurgency, terrorism, and international relations. My experience includes direct involvement in military exercises and training, as well as extensive international travel and engagement with government officials and defense stakeholders.

Prior to my current role in the gaming industry, I led the development of innovative machine-learning solutions for satellite imagery analysis at a fast-growing startup. I am currently a Producer at Hangar 13, contributing to the development of high-profile titles such as Mafia: The Old Country and Top Spin 2k25.

Key Skills & Experience

• Product Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams across the product lifecycle, from concept to launch. Expertise in agile methodologies, user-centered design, and data-driven decision-making.

• Game Development: Deep understanding of the game development process, including production, UX/UI design, animation, environment art, narrative, and cinematics. Experience working on AAA titles at a leading studio. Working experience with Unreal Engine 5, UE Sequencer, and Figma. 

• Defense & Space: In-depth knowledge of defense and space technologies, including military operations, and satellite systems. Experience with government procurement processes and international defense collaborations.

• Strategic Planning & Communication: Strong analytical and strategic planning skills. Proven ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including executives, engineers, and government officials.

Find below links to some of my recorded public speaking on the topics of space exploration and the space industry:

Panel: Future of Humanity in Space: The Role of the Czech Republic

GNF - Monitoring Asteroids: Defending our Planet. Threats or Opportunities?

• UX/UI Expertise: I possess a strong background in UX/UI design, honed through my experience as a Product Lead and UX/UI Producer. I led the design and development of a user-friendly front-end for a satellite imagery analysis application for defense and intelligence clients. At Hangar 13, I actively participated in the UX design process for Top Spin 2k25, including research, wireframing, and team coordination. I presented on UX/UI leadership at the GDS 2023 Conference in Prague.

• OSINT & IMINT: I have over 15 years of experience in open-source intelligence (OSINT) analysis, specializing in counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism, and defense & space. My expertise includes satellite imagery analysis, and I led the development of automated solutions for analyzing satellite imagery for defense and intelligence clients. 

Related Articles: 

Automation in satellite imagery analysis

Persistent monitoring of military activity. Russia - Ukraine border use case.

Putting defense news into perspective with satellite imagery analytics 

Classifying military equipment from space

Professional Achievements 

• SpaceKnow Guardian: Led the development of SpaceKnow Guardian, a complex solution for defense and intelligence clients, encompassing satellite imagery acquisition, AI-powered analysis, and user-friendly insights.

• ESA Funding: Secured significant funding from the European Space Agency for a technology startup and successfully co-led the project execution.

• UX/UI Leadership: Restructured and improved the efficiency of a large, delayed UX/UI team at Hangar 13, implementing new best practices and workflows.

• Defense Collaboration: Played a key role in establishing a new department within the Czech Ministry of Defense, focusing on international industrial and R&D cooperation. Developed and fostered relationships with key countries including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Colombia, and Pakistan.

• Satellite Communication Conference: Organized and executed the first Satellite Communication Conference in Prague, connecting SATCOM providers with Czech end-users and industrial partners.

Education

Formal/Academic

• Master of Security and Strategic Studies: Police Academy of the Czech Republic
• Bachelor of Security and Law Studies: Police Academy of the Czech Republic

Courses

• UX/UI for Gaming (ELVTR): Completed an intensive 8-week course focusing on the full UX/UI lifecycle with Ivy Sang. 

• Game Design (GameDevHub): Completed a comprehensive course covering the game development cycle, focusing on core game design principles, prototyping, and ideating original game concepts. 

• Space Mission Design & Operations (EPFLx): Explored key concepts in space exploration, including orbital mechanics, propulsion systems, and spacecraft operations. 

I am a highly motivated and experienced Product Leader with a diverse background spanning defense, space, and the gaming industry. My expertise encompasses product design and development, cross-functional team leadership, machine learning, hardware and software R&D, UX/UI, and strategic planning.

I possess a deep understanding of defense and space technologies, including satellite imagery analysis, composite materials, and military operations. Additionally, I have a strong academic foundation in security studies, with a focus on insurgency, terrorism, and international relations. My experience includes direct involvement in military exercises and training, as well as extensive international travel and engagement with government officials and defense stakeholders.

Prior to my current role in the gaming industry, I led the development of innovative machine-learning solutions for satellite imagery analysis at a fast-growing startup. I am currently a Producer at Hangar 13, contributing to the development of high-profile titles such as Mafia: The Old Country and Top Spin 2k25.

Key Skills & Experience

• Product Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams across the product lifecycle, from concept to launch. Expertise in agile methodologies, user-centered design, and data-driven decision-making.

• Game Development: Deep understanding of the game development process, including production, UX/UI design, animation, environment art, narrative, and cinematics. Experience working on AAA titles at a leading studio. Working experience with Unreal Engine 5, UE Sequencer, and Figma. 

• Defense & Space: In-depth knowledge of defense and space technologies, including military operations, and satellite systems. Experience with government procurement processes and international defense collaborations.

• Strategic Planning & Communication: Strong analytical and strategic planning skills. Proven ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including executives, engineers, and government officials.

Find below links to some of my recorded public speaking on the topics of space exploration and the space industry:

Panel: Future of Humanity in Space: The Role of the Czech Republic

GNF - Monitoring Asteroids: Defending our Planet. Threats or Opportunities?

• UX/UI Expertise: I possess a strong background in UX/UI design, honed through my experience as a Product Lead and UX/UI Producer. I led the design and development of a user-friendly front-end for a satellite imagery analysis application for defense and intelligence clients. At Hangar 13, I actively participated in the UX design process for Top Spin 2k25, including research, wireframing, and team coordination. I presented on UX/UI leadership at the GDS 2023 Conference in Prague.

• OSINT & IMINT: I have over 15 years of experience in open-source intelligence (OSINT) analysis, specializing in counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism, and defense & space. My expertise includes satellite imagery analysis, and I led the development of automated solutions for analyzing satellite imagery for defense and intelligence clients. 

Related Articles: 

Automation in satellite imagery analysis

Persistent monitoring of military activity. Russia - Ukraine border use case.

Putting defense news into perspective with satellite imagery analytics 

Classifying military equipment from space

Professional Achievements 

• SpaceKnow Guardian: Led the development of SpaceKnow Guardian, a complex solution for defense and intelligence clients, encompassing satellite imagery acquisition, AI-powered analysis, and user-friendly insights.

• ESA Funding: Secured significant funding from the European Space Agency for a technology startup and successfully co-led the project execution.

• UX/UI Leadership: Restructured and improved the efficiency of a large, delayed UX/UI team at Hangar 13, implementing new best practices and workflows.

• Defense Collaboration: Played a key role in establishing a new department within the Czech Ministry of Defense, focusing on international industrial and R&D cooperation. Developed and fostered relationships with key countries including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Colombia, and Pakistan.

• Satellite Communication Conference: Organized and executed the first Satellite Communication Conference in Prague, connecting SATCOM providers with Czech end-users and industrial partners.

Education

Formal/Academic

• Master of Security and Strategic Studies: Police Academy of the Czech Republic
• Bachelor of Security and Law Studies: Police Academy of the Czech Republic

Courses

• UX/UI for Gaming (ELVTR): Completed an intensive 8-week course focusing on the full UX/UI lifecycle with Ivy Sang. 

• Game Design (GameDevHub): Completed a comprehensive course covering the game development cycle, focusing on core game design principles, prototyping, and ideating original game concepts. 

• Space Mission Design & Operations (EPFLx): Explored key concepts in space exploration, including orbital mechanics, propulsion systems, and spacecraft operations.