Meet The Team
Get to know the leaders driving AI innovation, education initiatives, cybersecurity applications, quantum breakthroughs, and real-world results at The AI Cowboys.
Michael Pendleton
Chief Executive Officer
- -Retired Air Force
- -Doctoral Candidate
- -Founder of The AI Cowboys
- -Published Quantum Author
Roger Wong Won
Chief Marketing Officer
- -Army Veteran
- -Co-Founder of The AI Cowboys
- -Digital Marketer & Media Specialist
- -EduTech and Curriculum Developer
Dr. Glenn Brown, PMP
Chief Operations Officer
- -Collegiate Professor
- -Retired Air Force Veteran
- -CEO, A to Z Drone Services
- -Cybersecurity, AI, ML, Quantum Educator
Kawi Blake
Director of Training
- -Retired Air Force
- -Master Facilitator
- -Learning Experience Architect
- -Founder of TeamBlake Leadership Consulting LLC
Corrina Alcoser
Chief Information Security Officer
- -Founder of R-O-D-E-O
- -Cybersecurity, UT San Antonio
- -Cybersecurity EduTech Instructor
- -3x Regional Qualifier at the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Jacqueline Suttin
Chief Technology Officer
- -Founder & CEO, MagenTrust
- -M.S., University of Illinois Gies College of Business
- -Continuous Human Verification & Behavioral Biometrics
- -Experienced in HealthTech & FinTech; Seed and Series A Startups
Texas's Rising AI Powerhouse
Founded in 2024 by former Air Force leader Michael J. Pendleton, The AI Cowboys has rapidly become one of Texas' hottest tech startups, currently ranked #6 among AI companies in the state. Headquartered in San Antonio — the nation's 6th largest city and a thriving hub within Texas's vibrant tech corridor — we're uniquely positioned at the intersection of national security, professional sports, healthcare, and academic research.
Our strategic location places us just one hour from Austin, 2.5 hours from Houston, and 4 hours from Dallas-Fort Worth, granting unparalleled access to premier talent, strategic partners, and diverse markets. This prime location allows us to remain agile, responsive, and deeply invested in groundbreaking research and development.
We've garnered significant industry recognition, including acknowledgments from tech giants like LlamaIndex and NVIDIA, highlighting our innovative approach to Small Language Models and agentic AI. Our quantum-driven, deterministic, and explainable AI solutions set us apart by addressing critical challenges like bias, hallucinations, and inefficiencies common in traditional AI models.
Proven Excellence Across Critical Industries
At The AI Cowboys, our capabilities are demonstrated through high-impact partnerships and active projects with some of the most demanding clients across sectors. Our current government contracts include providing quantum-secured AI solutions for the FBI and NSA, directly supporting mission-critical national security operations.
Our technology is not limited to government applications; we've successfully collaborated with major private-sector clients such as the WWE and the NFL Players Association, deploying advanced analytics and performance optimization solutions. Recently, we've strategically entered the healthcare and biomedical industries, developing state-of-the-art, secure AI infrastructures and hyperscale computing solutions designed specifically for medical research and patient data protection.
A pivotal partnership with the University of Texas at San Antonio — an esteemed R1 research institution — coupled with our collaboration with the National Security Collaboration Center under the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, positions us as leaders at the intersection of cutting-edge academic research, national security, and technological innovation.
With plans for significant commercial deployments throughout 2025, our track record proves that we're more than just an AI startup — we're delivering transformative, reliable, and secure AI solutions for industries and organizations where precision, security, and reliability are paramount. The AI Cowboys are poised not just to scale locally, but to become a global leader in AI innovation.
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Whether you are exploring AI strategy, need a cybersecurity assessment, or want to see a live demo of R-O-D-E-O or MagenTrust, our team in San Antonio is ready to engage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is The AI Cowboys ranked among Texas AI startups?
The AI Cowboys are currently ranked #6 among AI startups in Texas, combining rapid growth, diverse industry impact, and strategic partnerships to climb the leaderboard.
Who founded The AI Cowboys and what is their background?
Founded in 2024 by former Air Force leader Michael J. Pendleton, The AI Cowboys leverage military-grade discipline and expertise to build secure, mission-critical AI solutions.
What industries do The AI Cowboys serve?
We serve government agencies (FBI, NSA), professional sports organizations (WWE, NFLPA), healthcare, academic research (UTSA, UTSA National Security Collaboration Center), EduTech sectors, and Department of Education with tailored AI and quantum solutions.
What academic partnerships support The AI Cowboys' research?
We hold a key Memorandum of Understanding with UTSA (an R1 institution) and collaborate with the National Security Collaboration Center under ODNI to advance secure biomedical and AI research.
Why choose The AI Cowboys over other AI companies?
Our unique blend of national security credentials, elite sports analytics, quantum computing expertise, and academic collaborations positions us as Texas' most versatile and reliable AI partner.
How does The AI Cowboys integrate quantum computing into AI?
Our quantum-enhanced AI leverages Topology-on-Demand architectures and co-packaged optics for dynamic, high-speed compute fabrics that accelerate model training and simulations.
How can AI and Quantum Computing benefit my business?
AI automates tasks, improves decision-making, and enhances customer interactions. Quantum Computing tackles complex computations at speeds traditional computers can't match, helping industries solve large-scale optimization and encryption challenges.
What makes The AI Cowboys different from other AI companies?
We combine AI, Quantum Computing, and NLP into customized solutions that are practical, scalable, and future-proof — helping businesses stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Can The AI Cowboys help with securing government contracts and grants?
Yes! We specialize in helping businesses integrate emerging technologies to meet eligibility criteria for government contracts, SBIR/STTR grants, and defense technology initiatives.
How do I get started with The AI Cowboys?
Reach out! We'll discuss your needs, explore customized AI & quantum solutions, and help implement technology that enhances your business's efficiency and growth. Let's build the future together!