Dr. Gerald F. Poe, Jr
reFocus Afrika Academy
Areas of Expertise: Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Drone Aviation, Digital Literacy, IT Infrastructure, Renewable Energy (Solar/Wind/EV)
Brief Biography: Dr. Gerald is a renowned senior technologist, innovation and modernization educator, drone specialist, AI SME, and LMS developer with over three decades of experience across diverse sectors, including renewable energy, AI, cybersecurity, and advanced technology implementation.
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Gerald F. Poe, Jr. is a nationally recognized innovator in AI, cybersecurity, and drone technology. A trailblazer in the IT and renewable energy industries, he has advised Congress on drone regulations, spearheaded multimillion-dollar AI and cybersecurity projects, and developed advanced education programs at HBCUs. Dr. Poe has worked with NASA, Tesla, and various government agencies, leading high-impact initiatives in digital transformation and smart energy solutions.