A LinkedIn post from Safire Technology Group Inc highlights the hiring of Lori DeMatteis, described as bringing extensive experience in scaling defense and dual-use technology organizations. The post emphasizes her background in driving growth across hardware, software, and communications, including data center and critical infrastructure environments.
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According to the post, DeMatteis has led multiple businesses from early revenue to more than $75 million in under two years and has closed opportunities exceeding $500 million. Her prior leadership roles at Honeywell, GE, and venture-backed firms such as MatrixSpace and Iris Automation are cited as evidence of her ability to build high-performing teams and develop strategic partnerships with large global enterprises.
The post further notes that DeMatteis has founded a military advisory board aimed at addressing the defense sector’s traditional commercialization challenges and has helped open markets in over 110 countries. For investors, this senior hiring move suggests Safire may be positioning for accelerated commercial scaling, deeper engagement with major defense and infrastructure programs, and potential expansion of its addressable market in dual-use and critical infrastructure applications.
While no specific financial targets, role title, or timelines are mentioned in the post, the profile described implies a focus on go-to-market execution and large-contract capture. If DeMatteis’s track record translates at Safire, the company could see strengthened sales pipelines, improved access to strategic partners, and enhanced prospects for long-term revenue growth in defense-adjacent markets.