ABOUT SKA

Founded in 2015 by President & CEO Spencer Krause, SKA Robotics is a lean, fast-moving, and solution-oriented field robotics engineering firm. SKA specializes in augmenting a company’s existing capabilities to help them overcome complex engineering challenges.

Following initial consultation, we will assemble a team of passionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals specifically to build your product. Throughout the process, we will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and provide tailored solutions that integrate seamlessly with your existing capabilities.

The SKA culture promotes fluidity, collaboration, and ownership of the work.

We always deliver on-time–even on the most complex projects.

Our goal is to function as a seamless extension of your team.

CLIENTS

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AFFILIATES

ADVISORY BOARD

  • Brian Beyer

    COFOUNDER & CEO, HELLBENDER

    A former USMC active-duty NCO and ARNG infantryman, Brian founded Hellbender to offer dependable, faster, and cost-effective engineering and manufacturing services in the U.S. for AI-enabled IOT and robotics companies. Prior to founding Hellbender, he spent a decade at Carnegie Robotics, most recently as Chief Product Officer, where he oversaw the development of a range of defense and commercial products over the years, including a $24M contract for a semi-autonomous landmine and IED-detection robot.

  • Kristin Staunton

    CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, DEEPLOCAL

    Kristin Staunton has 20+ years of experience leading people functions across industries including technology, marketing and finance. Kristin has advised startups across the nation on how to scale and hire top talent, and recently returned to her roots in Pittsburgh, where she is Deeplocal's Chief Operating Officer. Ten years ago, Kristin helped Deeplocal grow from a small startup to an internationally recognized brand that was acquired by WPP.

  • Reeg Allen

    Reeg Allen

    FOUNDER & CEO, JOURNEY ROBOTICS

    Reeg Allen is a seasoned, hands-on business leader with over 20 years of experience in transforming emerging ideas and new technologies into profitable hardware products and successful companies. He has extensive experience in business case development, technology commercialization, product conceptualization, product development, business development, IP management, business strategy, and strategic partnerships spanning many markets including aviation, military, energy (wind, solar and O&G), maritime, construction, and healthcare. Reeg played a critical role in growing and scaling RE2 Robotics, which was acquired in a $100M deal.

  • Louisa Michaels

    Louisa Michaels

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, ARM INSTITUTE

    Louisa Michaels has over 11 years of experience in the robotics industry. Currently the Chief Financial Officer at the Advanced Robotics Manufacturing Institute, she rose through the ranks at Carnegie Robotics from bookkeeper to the Director of Finance and People. Louisa has deep expertise in monetization strategy, operations, and market analysis.