About Us
Meet the Team Behind Phoenix Spark
Maj Matt "DRIP" Krussow, Director
Major Matt Krussow serves as the Director of Phoenix Spark at Travis AFB, championing his team and their projects across the DoD and industry. Committed to nurturing grassroots innovations at Travis AFB, he also seeks to forge partnerships with academia and industry through venture initiatives. As a C-17A Evaluator Pilot, Major Krussow leverages his tactical expertise to drive innovation efforts aimed at enhancing the lethality and survivability of warfighters.
MSgt Adam McDonough, Superintendent
Master Sergeant Adam McDonough is the current Superintendent for Phoenix Spark. He is the lead enlisted member who coordinates all ventures, programs, development, and ideas that comes to Phoenix Spark. With his leadership and guidance he ensures Phoenix Spark fulfills its mission on a daily basis. He is originally from 60 Maintenance Squadron (60 MXS) AXE Flight Chief. As a maintainer by trade he has served 16 years at Seymour Johnson AFB, Osan AB, Nellis AFB, and now Travis AFB.
John Dickerson, Innovation & Chief Operations Officer
Mr. John Dickerson is on loan to Phoenix Spark from Manpower. A retired veteran, having served 26 years in the USAF, John has been working for Phoenix Spark for the last five years. John was previously stationed at Altus AFB, OK, Loring AFB, ME, Travis AFB, CA, and Dover AFB, DE. John has a Baccalaureate in Computer Engineering and an MBA in Program Management. John's concentration here at Phoenix Spark is Operations Management, Procurement, Budget Management, Facilities, and Lab Operations. Having worked at Phoenix Spark for several changeovers in command and personnel, Mr. Dickerson also acts as the Chief Operations Officer for Phoenix Spark.
SSgt Nicole Snowden, Marketing & Outreach Lead
Staff Sergeant Nicole Snowden serves as the Marketing & Outreach Lead for Phoenix Spark, holding a full-time position within the initiative. She oversees all activities related to networking, outreach, community relations, and social media. From managing social media posts to organizing Phoenix Spark booths at conferences, her efforts ensure leadership buy-in and increase awareness of Phoenix Spark daily. Originally an Instructor Loadmaster with the 21st Airlift Squadron, she has been an esteemed member of the Air Force for four years..
TSgt Jonathan Middleton, Digital Initiatives
Technical Sergeant Jonathan Middleton is part of the Digital Initiatives team here in Phoenix Spark. His work on Spark Connect will allow numerous spark cells across the world be able to connect and share their innovative ideas together! He is a maintainer from the 660th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. He has been in the Air Force for 14 years and has served in McConnell & Travis AFB base
SSgt Saajaadeen Jeffries, Digital Initiatives
Staff Sergeant Saajaadeen Jeffries is part of the Digital Initiatives team here in Phoenix Spark. His concentration in Phoenix Spark is network development. His main focus has been the network within Phoenix Spark and the capabilities outside such as Mesh ++. When the device is configured it shows promise to bring secure WiFi capabilities within the flightline of Travis AFB. He is originally from 60 Maintenance Squadron and an AR mechanic by Trade.
SrA Kyle Sunderman, Additive Manufacturing
Senior Airman Kyle Sunderman is a part-time member of Phoenix Spark, currently he is the lead technician for all tasks that relate to additive manufacturing. From making small parts to improve quality of life to engineering material within Fusion 360 he does it all! Furthermore, he is our current instructor for our additive manufacturing classes and has taught numerous classes that empowered and inspired Airmen across Travis AFB. While he is not working at Phoenix Spark he is at 60 Aerial Port Squadron performing his daily duties as a Ramp Technician loading & unloading aircraft. He has been in the Air Force 3 years and Travis AFB is his first home within his career.