Maj. Gen. Clay Hutmacher joins Reach Government Advisory Council
Redwood City, California, May 8, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Reach Power (Reach), the leader in wireless Power-at-a-Distance, today announced the formation of a Government Advisory Board. This newly formed board will be focused on guiding Reach's growth in the public sector and will be led by Maj. Gen. Clayton M. Huttmacher (ret.). The board will be comprised of a senior group of former military and government executives and will provide strategic guidance and direction on how Reach can best meet the federal government's growing operational energy needs. The announcement will be made during Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week, May 6-10, 2024 in Tampa, Florida, where Reach will demonstrate its wireless power technology in a series of live demonstrations.
Reach builds wireless power beam systems that enable persistent drones, robotics, and sensors. The company's wireless power transfer technology (WPT) uses radio frequency (RF) energy to power and power a variety of electronic devices, from small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) to ground robots and hard-to-reach sensors. Recharge, eliminate dependence on batteries and reduce power consumption. The need for manual battery replacement.
“LEACH is pioneering innovative solutions that create ways to move energy without moving mass, a capability critical to the success of our nation's military operations,” said Maj. Gen. Hutmacher. “I am excited to be Reach’s first advisory board member and look forward to helping Reach build a strong board of directors and bringing wireless power technology directly to the warfighter. .”
“We welcome Maj. Gen. Huttmacher, a distinguished leader with extensive experience in intelligence, special operations, and military strategy, to our Government Advisory Board,” said Chris D'Abrantes, Reach's founder and CEO. I'm glad to be able to do so.” “The establishment of this committee underscores our commitment to supporting the Department of Defense in improving mission effectiveness and rapidly advancing technological capabilities.”
Maj. Gen. Clayton M. Hutmacher (retired) has a distinguished military career spanning more than 40 years. As an Army Special Operations Airman, he commanded at all levels during his three tours with the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment. His leadership experience includes positions as Regimental Commander, Commander, U.S. Army Special Operations Air Command, and Director of Operations, U.S. Special Operations Command, Tampa, Florida. After retiring in 2018, Maj. Gen. Hutmacher became president and CEO of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
A native of Wenatchee, Washington, Rear Admiral Hutmacher earned a bachelor's degree in aerospace management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a master's degree in national security and strategic studies from the U.S. Naval Command and Staff College, and a master's degree in strategic studies. He graduated from the United States Military War College.
Come join us at Reach for SOF Week 2024. Located in the “Keyhole” area booth #4306 at the Tampa Convention Center.
About Reach
Reach is the industry leader in wireless power transfer. Reach's Wireless Power Beam changes power delivery in the same way Wi-Fi changed data delivery. The system is built on state-of-the-art patented technology, including highly efficient power beam circuits, network optimization algorithms, and adaptive electromagnetic surfaces, providing a highly scalable, secure, and easy-to-use power platform. Masu. Ideal for government, public safety, manufacturing, and logistics, Reach solutions provide flexible access to power when and where you need it, streamlining device deployment, and improving device performance.
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