AboutUs
Redefining Global Threat Attribution
Challenging Convention. Proactively Discovering.
Our company was founded by a former UK Military Intelligence operator who saw firsthand the limitations of reactive defense strategies.
Frustrated by the traditional approach of waiting for catastrophic events to occur before taking action, we were born out of a mission to shift the balance of effort—toward proactive threat identification and resolution.
We believe that knowledge is power, and it should be wielded to widen and deepen our understanding of those who wish to do harm. By uncovering what others overlook, we empower organizations to make critical decisions that protect lives, secure investments, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.
Our Principles
At our core, we are driven by three foundational principles:
- Hard Work: We embrace the grind, knowing that meaningful discovery and innovation demand relentless effort.
- Going Beyond: We don’t settle for the obvious. Our technology and mindset are designed to push boundaries and uncover insights others miss.
- Equitable Security: We believe every organization—whether government entity or private corporation—deserves the tools to fend off threats and safeguard their future.
Our technology empowers customers to break free from traditional OSINT limitations, to focus on new data points TO inform the OSINT landscape and surface the meaning of patterns, rather than merely the existence of a pattern.
What We Do
We develop cutting-edge technology that challenges the status quo, enabling organizations to discover threats before they materialize and make sense of patterns others don't even know to look for. From critical defense applications to significant investment decisions, our solutions offer unprecedented clarity in a world filled with uncertainty.
Our tools go beyond detection—they empower discovery, ensuring users are not just reacting to the present but proactively shaping the future.
Why We Exist
In an age dominated by the immediacy of digital information, our ability to truly see and understand the world is being compromised. This constant flood of information narrows perspectives, leaving critical insights hidden in plain sight.
The world is changing faster than ever, and the threats we face are more sophisticated and interconnected. Our mission is to ensure that no one—whether on the battlefield or in the boardroom—is left in the dark. By challenging conventions and embracing innovation, we provide our clients with the edge they need to navigate the complexities of the modern multi-domain threat landscape.
Our Team
Lee Wylde MBE - Founder & CEO
Lee brings a wealth of experience from his time as a British Military Intelligence operator and capability development specialist, where he honed his skills in problem-solving under the most challenging conditions. With a proven track record of delivering critical support in forward-deployed environments with limited resources, Lee has been instrumental in aiding thousands of troops. His expertise lies in uncovering hidden patterns that others often miss, transforming seemingly benign information into fully operational capabilities.
Lee’s exceptional contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in 2021 for his services to Defence, the Annual Intelligence Award in 2020, and the 3* Commander Award in 2019. He is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Southampton, focusing on autonomous systems for operational excellence.
Charlie Edge - CFO
With over a decade of experience in finance leadership roles, Charlie Edge has established a solid track record in steering venture-backed technology startups toward success. As a strategic partner to CEOs and Boards, Charlie has been pivotal in navigating businesses through significant growth phases, ensuring optimal capital allocation to foster sustainable expansion and maximize shareholder value.
Charlie’s expertise also includes preparing companies to attract external capital, leveraging a robust network of debt and equity investors. His ability to drive financial strategy and operational excellence has made him an invaluable asset in guiding companies toward long-term success.
Anthony Mensier - CTO
Anthony brings over 10 years of experience in machine-assisted intelligence, initially as an intelligence analyst and self-taught coder. With a strong startup background in advanced data ETL, analytics, and AI for National Security. Anthony excels in defining vision and roadmaps, managing full-stack engineering, and data science teams, driving innovation and excellence in technology solutions.
Tim Stringer - EU Growth Director
Tim brings experience of 15 years service in the Royal Air Force, initially as a frontline helicopter pilot before undertaking positions in headquarters and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office. He spent multiple years at the nexus of National Security, technology, and innovation before moving into the UK’s commercial technology sector. Tim leads on the growth of the business – its GTM strategy, commercial process, new and developing business opportunities, and the formation of new partnerships.
Christian Hobart - US Growth Director
Christian brings a wealth of public sector experience as a senior CIA Operations Officer, U.S. Treasury Department Special Agent, and a State Department Foreign Service Officer. During his tenure at CIA, he specialized in foreign intelligence/counter-intelligence, counter-terrorism, and cyber operations, with the latter portion of his career pivoting to private sector engagement in the tech sector. Blending his intelligence, law enforcement, and technical skill sets, Christian uses his unique background to engage with U.S. defense, law enforcement, and other agencies as Disruptive Industries' U.S. Business Development Director.
Tracey Wallace - Commercial Director
Tracey is an experienced commercial legal professional with 15 years experience in both public and private sector contracting.
After starting her career with the UK MOD she has developed expertise in Defence, Intelligence, National Security, and research-sector contracting, with particular emphasis on enabling win-win negotiations through flexible and bespoke commercial strategies.
Through her employment and consulting experience ranging from small start-ups to leading, blue-chip companies, Tracey Anne is able to use a wealth of tools at her disposal to foster proactive, mutually beneficial commercial relationships with both customers and suppliers.
Philippa Glass - Head of Delivery
Philippa is an experienced Head of Delivery with a distinguished track record across multiple industries, including Defence, Luxury Retail, and Ecommerce. She has extensive experience leading large-scale transformation programs and strategic initiatives in rapidly growing businesses.
Our Investors
In 2023-2024 Disruptive Industries™ raised several rounds of financing which brought together a number of respected VCs and angel investors.
Expeditions Fund
Expeditions Fund is a long-term and patient venture capital fund investing in early-stage technology companies globally, led by mission-driven founders. The fund initially started as the venture capital operations of Firlej Kastory family office. In 2021, Firlej Kastory expanded beyond immediate family management and the venture capital firm, Expeditions Fund, was created. Expeditions Fund today is an independent venture fund backed by multi-billion dollar investors, family offices, founders and CEOs of successful companies.
Six Degrees Capital
6DC are passionate about disruptive technologies that solve a real customer pain. They look for businesses with strong unit economics and high scalability, run by extraordinary entrepreneurs. 6DC invests early, adds direction, helps scale and attracts top-tier follow-on capital. 6DC invest primarily in Europe, but also invest up to 20% of their fund in emerging markets and have backed companies operating in Africa, LATAM and Southeast Asia.