We leverage source design and technology to create a better world
Iliad Terra founded alfa8 in 2001 as Atelier 8, a small integrative studio in Potomac, Maryland that focused on designs based on natural and universal principles that govern our built world and experiential environments. Over the years the firm has grown from its early visionary beginnings to include an expanded portfolio of projects and markets, and a strong leadership team with an abroad network of partners and investors. Yet the core driver for alfa8 and Iliad’s vision remains on its original mission and goal.
With his extensive world travels and projects overseas, Iliad brings a deep understanding of the common threads that run through the human condition regardless of where on the plane of Earth. What binds us, what divides us, the force of dark and light that courses through our veins. As an architect, accomplished artist and designer, and a visionary leader, Iliad leads and collaborates with a strong team of experts and leaders to deliver to market truly exceptional and unique projects and solutions that are committed to making the world a better place for all of us.
The very name of alfa8 signifies beginning to infinitive, as a quantum basis for design, balancing the material dimension and the act of faith as an energetic and hermetic conduit for creativity and design flow. In essence, under Iliad’s direction, alfa8 has become a disruptive practice that understands the power of zero degrees at the epicentre of a 360-degree infinite realm of possibilities and dares to integrate holistically and unconventionally.
CEO, alfa8
Iliad Terra is a visionary design thinker and thought leader who is passionate about developing projects that empower and build capacity. He brings a large and well-qualified network of governmental, enterprise, technology, and investment resources to project opportunities, through custom-tailored teams, for optimum project outcomes.
Board Member, alfa8
Dr. Michael D. Krause is a security specialist, leader, logistician, and former soldier. He is a founding partner of alfa8. His background spans military service in two wars, on four continents, participating in five contingency operations. Dr. Krause serves as founder and President of KRI; and Chairman of SecureChain.
Director of Operations, alfa8
Myra spearheads the research division of alfa8 to accumulate data for the development and advancement of our technology sector. She is focused on the role of technology on the built environment and its impact on real estate development and capital. She works closely with our technology partners to bring proptech capability to the market.
Managing Partner, Wells Analytics
Dr. Lin Wells is a decorated Naval officer and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense under President G.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Dr. Lin Wells brings significant strategic leadership and resilience response and readiness to alfa8. Dr. Wells is currently leading on the resilience front through his work at Star-Tides and C-RASC in collaboration with GMU.
CEO, alfa8
Iliad Terra is a visionary design thinker and thought leader who is passionate about developing projects that empower and build capacity. He brings a large and well-qualified network of governmental, enterprise, technology, and investment resources to project opportunities, through custom-tailored teams, for optimum project outcomes.
Board Member, alfa8
Dr. Michael D. Krause is a security specialist, leader, logistician, and former soldier. He is a founding partner of alfa8. His background spans military service in two wars, on four continents, participating in five contingency operations. Dr. Krause serves as founder and President of KRI; and Chairman of SecureChain.
Director of Operations, alfa8
Myra spearheads the research division of alfa8 to accumulate data for the development and advancement of our technology sector. She is focused on the role of technology on the built environment and its impact on real estate development and capital. She works closely with our technology partners to bring proptech capability to the market
Managing Partner, Wells Analytics
Dr. Lin Wells is a decorated Naval officer and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense under President G.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. Dr. Lin Wells brings significant strategic leadership and resilience response and readiness to alfa8. Dr. Wells is currently leading on the resilience front through his work at Star-Tides and C-RASC in collaboration with GMU.
Vice President of CGR
Dash is a competitive, innovative, and proactive sales executive and business leader, with track record of success in escalating sales, inspiring optimal performance from sales team, developing and cultivating strong interpersonal relationships, and establishing focused corporate programs that exceed objectives.
Advisor, alfa8-arch
Partner, Freeh Sporkin & Sullivan
The Honorable Judge Eugene Sullivan brings a stellar legacy of leadership to our team. He is currently a senior partner in the D.C. law firm where he works with Director Freeh. Judge Sullivan served under a number of US Presidents as a Federal Judge on Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. He brings to our team keen legal counsel and support in a complex operation.
CEO and Founder, CICL
Charles Ganz founded CICL in 2009 to accelerate the commercialization of innovation. Charles has visited over 1000 innovative companies in Israel since 2005, and is well connected to more than 100 Fortune 500 companies and many corporate VC’s. He’s studied comparative competitive advantage.
Vice President of CGR
Dash is a competitive, innovative, and proactive sales executive and business leader, with track record of success in escalating sales, inspiring optimal performance from sales team, developing and cultivating strong interpersonal relationships, and establishing focused corporate programs that exceed objectives.
Advisor, alfa8-arch
Partner, Freeh Sporkin & Sullivan
The Honorable Judge Eugene Sullivan brings a stellar legacy of leadership to our team. He is currently a senior partner in the D.C. law firm where he works with Director Freeh. Judge Sullivan served under a number of US Presidents as a Federal Judge on Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. He brings to our team keen legal counsel and support in a complex operation.
CEO and Founder, CICL
Charles Ganz founded CICL in 2009 to accelerate the commercialization of innovation. Charles has visited over 1000 innovative companies in Israel since 2005, and is well connected to more than 100 Fortune 500 companies and many corporate VC’s. He’s studied comparative competitive advantage.