APEK.AI

Leading innovative tech company. APEK is a Virginia-based AI engineering and automation firm, specializing in the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI agents and enterprise automation solutions. With over 20 years of expertise, APEK empowers organizations and government agencies to transform operations, streamline workflows, and achieve measurable impact through custom AI systems and strategic advisory services.

CEO, Managing Partner

Voice2Me.ai

Voice2Me - owned by APEK.AI. Leading enterprise-grade AI voice technology innovation to transform customer experiences at scale. Pioneering multi-model AI architecture that delivers human-like conversations while handling thousands of concurrent interactions. Helping organizations reduce operational costs while enhancing customer satisfaction through voice intelligence solutions that bridge technology and humanity.

CEO, Chief AI Officer

Vector7.ai

As a founding council member of Vector7, I help shape an elite executive network uniting global leaders in AI, business, and policy. Vector7 provides a private, trusted arena where decision-makers exchange foresight, build influence, and remain relevant in the AI era.

Founding Council (Board Member)

The One 23 Group

Led post-M&A transformation and restructuring of government services platform company. Orchestrated migration to new ERP system in under 5 months while establishing GAAP and DCAA compliant business practices. Directed M&A due diligence activities and financial operations oversight.

Executive Vice President

Virtana Corp.

Driving operational transformation and strategic growth initiatives that resulted in 30% OPEX and 120% EBITDA improvement. Leading cross-functional teams to streamline business processes, establish corporate KPIs, and implement go-to-market strategies that improved ARR by 20%.

Executive Vice President of Operations

Siemens Government Technologies

Oversaw operational health of $500M+ federal IT portfolio serving USAF, DOD & DOE. Led execution excellence and compliance while building high-performing teams and establishing strategic partnerships.

Executive Director of Operations

General Dynamics Information Technology

Managed performance of $400M+ international portfolio across 50+ countries for USCIS. Built effective customer relationships while ensuring operational excellence and compliance in complex global environments.

Senior Director of Revenue Operations

Global Linguist Solutions, LLC

Led business account managers and program analysts overseeing $4.9 billion INSCOM international projects portfolio in the Middle East. Managed CONUS and OCONUS program functions and reporting.

Senior Operations & Strategy Advisor

Deltek

Led global SaaS software sales operations, driving team performance and quarterly target achievement through effective coaching and mentoring while growing company reputation through industry events.

Director of Sales Operations

Managed financial planning, compliance, and operational oversight for government contracting programs. Ensured contract compliance with federal regulations while optimizing program financial performance. Developed standardized reporting processes and implemented financial controls that improved program visibility and accountability across international operations.

International Program Coordinator

At 19, I left home and moved to another country with no money, no safety net, and no plan - just the belief that I was meant for more.

Since then, I’ve walked through fire more than once: divorces, parenting alone, financial struggles, personal losses, and making bold moves of leaving a successful corporate career, to rebuild my life totally from scratch…

Each chapter of this journey was not easy and sometimes terrifying, yet it became important stepping stones of who I am today.

It is what allows me to do what I do best - 
help leaders and organizations evolve through change with clarity, courage, and connection.

⭐️ Who I Am

I help organizations bridge human intelligence and artificial intelligence through agentic voice technologies, leadership enablement, and transformation strategy.

My mission: make AI adoption feel human, effortless, and profitable.

I’m CEO of APEK.ai, leading teams that build secure Agentic AI & Voice Solutions for Enterprise - helping organizations modernize operations and humanize their communication through intelligent automation.

With over 20 years in enterprise transformation, leadership strategy, and reinvention, I blend AI innovation with human insight to help people and businesses grow from the inside out.


⁉️Who I Help

	•	Enterprises ready to evolve beyond legacy systems and embrace secure, human-centric AI.
	•	Executives and founders navigating reinvention, burnout, or uncertainty about their next chapter.
	•	Leaders in transition who look successful on paper but quietly ask, “What’s next for me?”

When People Come to Me (and my team)

They come when success feels heavy, change feels impossible, or they’ve outgrown the version of themselves they used to be.
They come when transformation stops being a concept - and becomes personal.

💡 My Belief

True reinvention happens when technology and humanity evolve together.

That’s why my mission is to help people and organizations:
	•	Adopt AI intelligently.
	•	Reinvent fearlessly.
	•	Lead with voice, not noise.


Eva Karnaukh

One of the hardest lessons adulthood teaches you is this:

Not everything in your life deserves an audience.

👉 Privacy is power.
👉 Not secrecy.
👉 Not isolation.

Just the awareness that some things thrive when they’re protected, not publicized.

Here are a few things wise people keep quiet:

1️⃣ Your exact income or savings
👉 Not everyone needs access to your numbers

2️⃣ Your next big move
👉 Work in silence. Let results introduce you.

3️⃣ Your family issues
👉 Healing happens in safe spaces, not public conversations.

4️⃣ Your insecurities
👉 Share them with people who help you grow, not those who weaponize them.

5️⃣ Your money struggles
👉 Many will judge before they understand. Protect your peace while you rebuild.

6️⃣ Others’ secrets
👉 If someone trusted you, honor that trust - it says more about you than them.

The older I get, the more I see that maturity isn’t about being open with everything…
It’s about being intentional.

Your life elevates the moment you stop oversharing and start curating who gets access to you.

What’s one thing you’ve learned to keep private?

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CEO APEK.ai | AI and Human Dynamics | Guiding leaders to align tech, people and decisions to elevate performance and reinvent in the AI era

Jon Macaskill

As the Director of Talent Optimization at CEC Facilities Group, I partner with our leaders to enhance performance, foster growth, and maintain a strong focus on psychological safety. My role is about unlocking potential and equipping our team to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure environment while ensuring the well-being of our people.

What I Do:
• One-on-One Coaching: I meet with leaders to assess performance, address challenges, and provide tailored strategies that prioritize psychological safety alongside leadership excellence.
• Goal Setting and Alignment: I help executives set actionable goals aligned with personal growth, company objectives, and fostering a culture where team dynamics encourage collaboration and trust.
• Overcoming Obstacles: I identify barriers—whether mindset, habits, or external factors—and develop strategies to create environments that support success and emotional well-being.
• Building Confidence and Resilience: I empower leaders by reinforcing strengths and introducing tools to stay calm and focused under pressure while fostering environments where teams feel safe to innovate, collaborate, and grow.
• Accountability and Follow-Up: Regular check-ins help track progress, adjust strategies, and ensure psychological safety and trust are consistently upheld and improved.

My Goal:

I strive to build a culture of trust, growth, and high performance. By optimizing talent and embedding psychological safety into our leadership practices, I aim to drive individual and organizational success while safeguarding the well-being of our team.

Director of Talent Optimization

Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast

Podcast Co-founder, Co-host, and Producer

Frogman Mindfulness

Jon Macaskill (pronounced Muh-KAS-kill) is a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness teacher.  He’s taking what helped him excel in his professional life and heal in his personal life and now sharing this with others to help them do the same!

Owner / Keynote Speaker / Mindfulness, Wellness, and Leadership Mentor

Calm

Consultant / Content Creator / Keynote Speaker

The Outlier Project

Advisor

Movement Rx

At Movement Rx, we're on a mission to empower individuals and organizations with the knowledge and tools they need to achieve lifelong physical and emotional freedom. We firmly believe that an organization's health, well-being, and growth are rooted in its leadership. That's why we partner with companies that prioritize their employees' health, well-being, and satisfaction.

To effect lasting change within an organization, we take a holistic approach. We start by understanding each organization's unique needs and challenges, and then provide practical and inspiring solutions that support their goals. These solutions may include leadership training, interactive workshops, wellness classes, customized programming, one-on-one health coaching, and team-building retreats.

As a veteran-led company, we hold the values of leadership, teamwork, and service in high regard. We love working with fellow veteran leaders but are committed to partnering with any organization that shares our passion for prioritizing people.

Our overarching goal is to help organizations create a culture of physical freedom, where movement and leadership are integrated into every aspect of work and life.

Private message me if you want to connect and see how we can help your company grow.

Mindfulness Coach

3D Media

Member of the Board of Advisors

Partner / Special Projects and Leadership Advisor

Partner / Director of Business Development

UVA Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning

Adjunct Faculty

My Steady Mind

Partner

Veteran's PATH

Deputy Executive Director

Retired Navy SEAL Leader | LinkedIn Top Voice | Podcaster | Mindfulness Coach | I Post About Leadership, Wellness, & Humans being Good Humans | Subscribe to my newsletter below to get my 21 Day Mindfulness Course 4 FREE!

• Who am I?

I’m Jon Macaskill—a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness teacher, leadership coach, and resilience expert. My journey? From leading elite teams in the chaos of the battlefield to helping individuals and organizations thrive in the complexity of today’s boardrooms.  

• What do I do?

I help people and teams unlock their full potential by blending mental toughness with emotional intelligence. Through my work—whether it’s coaching top executives, guiding teams at companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and PepsiCo, or hosting impactful workshops—I show how resilience, mindfulness, and strategic leadership are the keys to not just surviving but excelling in high-stakes environments.  

• Why connect with me?

What sets me apart isn’t just my Navy SEAL background or my leadership experience—it’s my belief that grit and compassion are two sides of the same coin. I bring a unique combination of discipline and empathy to the table, teaching leaders how to balance resilience with self-awareness, navigate stress, and inspire their teams to perform at their peak.  

• Beyond the office…

As the co-host of the Men Talking Mindfulness podcast, where we cover topics that matter—leadership, mental health, and how to embrace challenges with clarity and purpose. I also speak at conferences and events, sharing insights that inspire action and transformation.  

Let’s connect if you’re:  

- A leader looking to build a high-performing, resilient team.  
- Someone striving to navigate stress and make better decisions.  
- An organization seeking to unlock its full potential through mindful leadership.  

Ready to transform your approach to leadership and performance? Let’s start the conversation.

As the Director of Talent Optimization at CECFG, I work closely with our executive team to enhance their performance both professionally and personally. My role is all about unlocking potential, fostering growth, and ensuring our leaders are equipped to handle the challenges of a dynamic and high-pressure environment.

What I Do:

	•	One-on-One Coaching: I regularly meet with our leaders to assess their current performance, explore any emotional or psychological barriers, and help them overcome challenges. My focus is on providing tailored strategies that help them excel.
	•	Goal Setting and Alignment: I collaborate with our executives to set clear, actionable goals that align with both their personal aspirations and our company’s objectives. Together, we break these goals into manageable steps to ensure consistent progress.
	•	Overcoming Obstacles: I help identify and address any resistance or self-doubt that might hinder performance. By developing personalized strategies, I support our leaders in overcoming these barriers, whether they stem from mindset, habits, or external factors.
	•	Building Confidence and Resilience: I work to empower our leaders by reinforcing their strengths and past successes. I also introduce techniques like mindfulness and visualization to help them stay focused, calm under pressure, and resilient in the face of challenges.
	•	Accountability and Follow-Up: I establish a routine of regular check-ins to track progress, adjust strategies, and maintain momentum. I encourage our leaders to take ownership of their growth, ensuring they remain the driving force behind their success.

My Goal:

My mission is to foster a culture of trust, growth, and high performance within CECFG. By optimizing our talent, I aim to contribute to both individual and organizational success.


I’ve been blessed to have had some “down time” over the past few months and in that downtime, I was further blessed to be introduced to Mind Spa, cofounded by former Army EOD tech, Sam J Peterson, MBA …

I’m going to share some of the unbelievable work they’re doing… this is the first of three different healing therapies I’ve participated in there … Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). It’s helping to heal PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury… and can be helpful in addressing anxiety and depression.  

If you’re a veteran with Tricare and live in the Denver or Colorado Springs area, you owe it to yourself to check this all out… 

I’ll share more about the other two healing therapies they offer there over the next few days…

Dad First 🔹 Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast Cohost 🔹 Keynote Speaker 🔹 Entrepreneur 🔹 Retired Navy SEAL Commander

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