Shaun is Shoal’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer, providing strategic leadership while remaining an active practicing systems engineer. With particular expertise in aerospace modelling and simulation and in conceptual design, he has experience spanning aerospace and defence to mining, leisure sports and data analytics. Shaun combines technical depth with a strong focus on shaping opportunities, guiding teams and helping clients realise technology-intensive, complex systems. Throughout his career, he has led a range of technology initiatives, including development of the first in-service, Unmanned Aerial System for the Australian Army, early development of broadband communication capability for Antarctica using small satellites (Antarctic Broadband), and practical implementation of Digital Engineering approaches for large, complex military systems (since used for major defence programs). Known for turning ideas into practical outcomes and commercial opportunities, Shaun has ‘spun out’ a number of businesses from Shoal, including a US based quantum computing and data analytics firm, since acquired by Rigetti Computing. An active technology investor, Shaun sits on a range of company boards, holds multiple degrees, and is published in several technical fields.