Our Management Team

LEADERSHIP

Our Management Team

At Sentrillion, leadership means more than direction—it's about empowering teams, inspiring innovation, and delivering results that matter. Guided by a forward-thinking vision and a relentless focus on customer success, our leaders combine deep expertise across public and private sectors with strategic insight and operational precision. Through collaboration and industry acumen, they drive growth and position Sentrillion as a trusted partner in every mission we undertake.

A Legacy That Powers Our Leadership

Our leadership team is inspired by the vision of our founder, Richard (Rick) Kay, and strives to honor his legacy with passion and entrepreneurial spirit. His influence continues to guide us, and in loving memory, we carry the torch forward into today's missions and beyond.

Brannon Donlon
Brannon Donlon | President

Brannon is President of Sentrillion, where he leads the company’s strategic direction, customer engagement, and delivery of mission critical services for federal clients. He oversees Program Management, Business Development, Engineering, and Operations, with a focus on operational excellence and long term growth. Brannon joined Sentrillion in 2016 and brings extensive managerial experience from both the public and private sectors, including senior leadership roles at U.S. Customs and Border Protection and commercial organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.

Katie Powers
Katie Powers | President

Katie is President of Sentrillion, providing executive leadership for the company’s strategic direction, financial performance, and long-term growth. She works closely with the executive team to drive organizational alignment and execution across the enterprise. With more than 20 years of experience in finance, cost accounting and government contracting, Katie has extensive experience in fiscal and back office operations supporting scalable growth.

Bryan Ackerman
Bryan Ackerman | Chief Administration Officer

Bryan is Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel of Sentrillion, serving as a strategic advisor to the Executive Management Team. He provides leadership across governance, compliance, risk management, and enterprise operations, aligning people, processes, and systems to strengthen organizational performance. Bryan oversees legal affairs, accounting, contracts administration, human resources, network administration, procurement, and quality management, bringing more than 20 years of experience in government contracts law, corporate governance, and organizational leadership.

David Goldberg
David Goldberg | Vice President, Delivery

David is Vice President, Delivery at Sentrillion, where he leads the execution of complex, mission focused intelligence and operational programs for federal clients. He brings more than 25 years of experience across the Intelligence Community and federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Defense Intelligence Agency, and FinCEN. David has led high tempo intelligence operations, managed diverse analytic and operational teams, and supported sensitive national security missions in dynamic, high risk environments. His experience includes direct operational support to CBP at the National Targeting Center and overseas missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Anthony "Tony" Holladay
Anthony "Tony" Holladay | Vice President, Operations

Anthony “Tony” Holladay is Vice President, Operations, bringing 30 years of distinguished law enforcement and executive leadership experience. His background includes service as a U.S. Air Force law enforcement specialist, a Gulf War veteran, and nearly 25 years with the U.S. Border Patrol. Tony is a recognized Department of Homeland Security subject matter expert and a FEMA certified Master Exercise Practitioner, with deep expertise in operational leadership, mission readiness, and interagency coordination. He is known for driving operational excellence and building strong, enduring partnerships in complex mission environments.

Daniel Dreyfus
Daniel Dreyfus | Vice President, Strategic Growth & Business Development

Dan is Vice President, Strategic Growth and Business Development at Sentrillion, where he leads expansion initiatives, strategic partnerships, and solution development for government and international clients. With more than 25 years of experience, Dan specializes in border security, customs operations, supply chain resilience, analytics, and organizational transformation. His background includes senior leadership roles in global consulting and government services, supporting complex missions across the Department of Homeland Security and other federal and international organizations.

Kara Gates
Kara Gates | Vice President, Finance

Kara is Vice President, Finance for Sentrillion and is responsible for the company’s financial strategy, budgeting, reporting, and regulatory compliance. She has more than 20 years of experience with progressive leadership roles guiding financial operations for government contracting organizations of varying sizes and complexities. Kara brings deep expertise in financial controls, audit readiness, and compliance with FAR and CAS requirements, supporting informed decision making and sustainable growth.

Deanna Lyons
Deanna Lyons | Vice President, Human Resources

Deanna is Vice President, Human Resources at Sentrillion, where she leads the company’s talent strategy, workforce planning, and HR operations. With more than 20 years of human resources experience, she oversees recruiting, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development. Deanna plays a key role in fostering a high performance culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and aligning people strategies with business objectives to support employee engagement and long term organizational success.

Meghan Thomas
Meghan Thomas | Vice President, Engineering

Meghan Thomas is Vice President, Engineering at Sentrillion, responsible for engineering strategy, resource management, and execution of complex security and surveillance programs supporting Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security missions. With more than 20 years of experience in electrical, electronic, and data systems design and installation, Meghan has led engineering efforts across hundreds of federal sites. She ensures technical excellence and reliable delivery across Sentrillion’s mission critical programs.

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CAREERS

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Our people are the strength behind every mission we support. From security specialists and engineers to logistics experts and field operators, the Sentrillion team brings deep experience, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence. United by purpose, we work around the clock to protect critical infrastructure, safeguard national assets, and deliver reliable solutions our customers can trust.

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