#205 Dino Mavrookas - Fmr. Navy SEAL (DEVGRU) / CEO of Saronic Technologies

In this interview podcast, Shawn Ryan interviews Dino Mavrookas, a former Navy SEAL and the CEO of Saronic Technologies, a company focused on building autonomous surface vessels to address the shipbuilding crisis and counter China's growing maritime dominance. They discuss the slow pace of government acquisition, the need for innovation in defense technology, and the challenges of competing with China's heavily subsidized shipbuilding industry. Mavrookas shares his personal journey from the restaurant business to the SEAL teams and then to the world of tech entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, a strong team, and a clear mission to keep people safe. They also delve into the capabilities of Saronic's autonomous boats, the potential for commercial applications, and the future of naval warfare with increased reliance on unmanned systems.