Cara is the CEO of Ammolite Analytx, a custom AI technology development firm specializing in advanced information security solutions and data analytics. She is a dynamic and experienced award-winning thought leader, author and speaker with over 15 years of executive leadership. Cara has a proven track record of conceptualizing, developing and commercializing technology-based solutions in the financial services, defence and energy sectors. She has expert analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with a collaborative team leadership style. Her technical competency, business acumen and drive deliver exceptional outcomes. She has won numerous awards internationally for her strategic technology innovation initiatives and guest lectures regularly on the topics of quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, innovation and entrepreneurship. She has extensive experience serving at the Advisory Board and Director level for many organizations including the Automotive Parts Manufacturing Association, vCISO Catalyst and the Council of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership at UCalgary. She is a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors and a SHEInnovator with UN Women. She is recognized as TECTERRA’s Woman of Impact, UCalgary’s Distinguished Graduate, Woman of Inspiration and Top 20 Women in Cybersecurity. Ammolite Analytx is recognized as a Top 25 AI Company to Watch and Top 10 Most Innovative Defense Technology Company 2022.