Meet the Team

Forrest is the founder of Summit Knowledge Solutions (SKS), a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) specializing in knowledge engineering solutions. SKS leverages ontologies, semantic web technologies, and knowledge graphs to address complex analytic challenges, particularly those involving uncertainty in space and time. 

With a PhD in Public Policy from George Mason University and a background as a former Air Force Intelligence Officer, Forrest brings extensive expertise to the field. Under his leadership, SKS has become a leading provider of advanced cyber solutions and ontology-based knowledge models for federal and other partners. 

Outside of work, Forrest is an avid triathlete.  

 Jon is an office manager with over a decade of experience in business administration and management. At SKS, he plays a key role as a versatile team member, overseeing onboarding, payroll, special projects, process improvement, and various other administrative functions. Jon joined SKS after spending 12 years in the federal government, where he held budget and program management positions. He holds a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Colorado Denver, along with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Additionally, Jon serves as a Force Support Officer in the Air Force Reserves at Offutt AFB. 

Outside of work, he is married and raising two young boys in Omaha, NE. Jon enjoys trail running, exploring new communities, and discovering unique coffee shops.  

Michael is a Knowledge Engineer at Summit Knowledge Solutions, specializing in ontology. He has played a key role in developing several ontologies of relevance for the Department of Defense Intelligence Community, including the Basic Formal Ontology, the Common Core Ontologies, the Military Activities Ontology, and the Cyber Ontology. Michael is also the author or coauthor of numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, covering topics such as applied ontology, metaphysics, and ethics.

 Before joining SKS, Michael held postdoctoral positions in biomedical ontology and bioethics at the University at Buffalo, New York University, and Princeton University. He holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Harvard University. 

Amy is a Knowledge Engineer at Summit Knowledge Solutions, where she is passionate about leveraging data-driven solutions, AI, and semantic web technology to enhance predictive analytics. She holds a Master of Science in Data Science from American University, where she gained expertise in advanced data methodologies and tools. For her capstone project, Amy developed machine learning models using Python and vehicle dynamics principles to analyze sensor signals for driver safety classification, employing techniques like EDA, feature engineering, SMOTE, and optimizing performance with XGBoost. 

Before joining SKS, Amy accumulated 4 years of experience in data analytics at an educational nonprofit and spent a summer working with a human rights organization. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, writing, and exploring new museums and cafes. 

Alec is a Knowledge Engineer at Summit Knowledge Solutions, specializing in BFO and CCO-conformant ontologies. He holds a Master’s degree in Ontology and Information Science from SUNY Buffalo and focuses on structuring complex knowledge systems to enhance data integration. Alec is a co-author of a paper published in Scientific Data that aligns Basic Formal Ontology (BFO) with the Provenance Ontology, advancing the field of semantic interoperability. He is also an active member of the National Center for Ontological Research (NCOR), where he engages with the broader ontology research community. 

Based in Buffalo, NY, Alec enjoys philosophy, video games, spending time outdoors in warm weather, and watching soccer. 

Cameron is a Knowledge Engineer at Summit Knowledge Solutions, specializing in Data Science. He focuses on leveraging semantic technologies to enhance predictive analytics and decision-making capabilities. Cameron holds a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. 

Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, exploring the outdoors, and tackling random engineering challenges.  

Olivia is a philosophy major pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at the University at Buffalo. Originally from Lexington, Massachusetts, she came to UB to study Basic Formal Ontology. Olivia first interned with SKS in the summer of 2023 and returned in the summer of 2024 as Lead Intern. She currently serves as the Lead Editor of the Common Core Ontologies. 

Outside of her professional work, Olivia enjoys writing, practicing yoga, and attending open mics. She has recently started learning tango.  

Ian is an ontologist and veteran with 13 years of maritime security and command center experience. As a Knowledge Engineer at Summit Knowledge Solutions (SKS), he specializes in knowledge modeling and domain ontology development, serving as a key resource in COP/CIP management and the maritime domain. 

Before joining SKS, Ian served in the U.S. Coast Guard at the Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) in Seattle and at Sector Buffalo. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from SUNY University at Buffalo, with a focus on Applied Ontology. Ian is affiliated with the National Center for Ontological Research (NCOR) and the International Association for Ontology and its Applications (IAOA). Outside of work, he is a multi-instrumentalist and composer with a passion for writing orchestral music, and he enjoys spending time with his family and pets.  

 Dr. Aaron Little has over 15 years of experience in content creation, technical writing, and strategic communications. His expertise focuses on the intersections of technology, strategic communication, and predictive analytics. As a Knowledge Engineer at SKS, a leading innovator in knowledge modeling solutions, he plays a key role in shaping industry standards for AI-supported asynchronous communication. 

In his role, Dr. Little creates persuasive content, manages AI-enabled databases, and implements effective communication strategies across multiple sectors. He is passionate about leveraging AI and strategic communication to drive innovation and shape the future. 

Dr. Little holds a PhD in Rhetoric and Scientific and Technical Communication from the University of Minnesota. His research has explored social movements and developed practical strategies to improve human rights within totalitarian regimes, driven by his deep passion for democracy. 

Jon is an intelligence analyst with 15 years of experience at both the tactical and strategic levels. A former active-duty Military Intelligence Officer, he has provided intelligence support to senior U.S. Government military and civilian policymakers. He holds a Master's in Applied Intelligence from Georgetown University and is a member of the OSINT Foundation. Jon currently serves in the U.S. Army Reserve. 

Outside of work, Jon enjoys strategy games, hunting, ecological conservation, and exploring culinary history.