Brian Karas

President of Pelican Zero, a security industry advisory and consulting practice focused on helping companies expand their business

Brian Karas has been involved with venture-backed startups and emerging technology companies for 25+ years. He has held executive management roles at security industry companies, including VideoIQ, Avigilon, FLIR, and others, with a focus on AI technologies and advanced solutions. In 2021, he started Pelican Zero, a security industry advisory and consulting practice focused on helping companies expand their business, raise funds, or navigate successful exits and acquisitions. Additionally, Karas participates in multiple industry groups and committees, including as Chair of the SIA Video and Vision subcommittee and a member of the SIA AI Advisory Board.