John Zivnuska
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
John Zivnuska is Hoonify’s COO, bringing fifteen years of experience in financial services and business operations in the High Performance Computing industry. John was inspired by Hoonify’s solutions as they make a capability otherwise available only to a few, suddenly accessible to everyone to solve their complex, critical problems. Capitalizing on his extensive experience in HPC business management and analytical skills, John oversees Hoonify’s day-to-day operations, resource management, and coordination between functions while leading the execution of specific strategies and projects for the company. John received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Masters of Business Administration from the University of Colorado at Boulder. In his free time, you can find John enjoying adventures in his cars, spending time in the mountains, and traveling the world to experience different cultures and diverse natural beauty.
Victor Kuhns
Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Victor Kuhns founded Hoonify Technologies in 2021, after 27 years as a supercomputing systems engineer with Cray Research and DOE’s Sandia National Laboratories. His contributions were renowned for his involvement in design, management, and optimization of Top 500 DOE supercomputers such as the iconic Intel ASCI-RED and Cray Red Storm systems. A trailblazer in advanced architectures, he validated personal supercomputer prototypes over a dedicated two-year period through the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and the US Intelligence Community, allowing complex problems to be solved in unique environments. Since 2022, Hoonify has continued supporting problem solving with high performance computing to private industry and government agencies who require secure, turn-key, and scalable solutions for critical science and engineering research. Victor’s passions outside of his professional life revolve around rally and hill climb motorsports, campaigning a 700 horsepower Subaru up mountains like Pikes Peak.
Andrew Clark
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Andrew Clark is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hoonify Technologies, a dual-use tech startup putting advanced supercomputing powers in the hands of everyday users. Hoonify spun out of DOE's Sandia National Laboratories in 2022 after three years successfully delivering all-in-one, high-performance software solutions to scientists and engineers who needed on-demand and efficient access to these critical resources for use at the edge.
Andrew spent over 25 years delivering IT and cyber security solutions to private industries and government agencies where personal safety and security were paramount. During his time within the national security community, Andrew combined his expertise in technology and leadership to ensure consistent mission success with diverse and driven teams. Today, Andrew uses these same skills to ensure Hoonify Technologies continues to drive technology beyond limits, giving everyone, anywhere, the ability to solve the world's greatest problems - from climate change, to curing cancer, to protecting our freedom - with the power of supercomputers
Randy Asselin
DIRECTOR OF SALES, STRATEGY & CRITICAL MARKETS
Randy Asselin serves Hoonify with over 25 years of experience in technology development and commercialization. Randy's expertise lies in crafting and executing effective product and service strategies, drawing on his extensive experience to navigate challenges with strategic foresight. He leads the mission to extend Hoonify’s TurbOS supercomputing operating system from Federal Funded Research and Development Centers to commercial markets. He focuses his efforts across a range of enterprises, from large corporations to mid-sized businesses and small research institutions, always prioritizing customer advocacy and mutually beneficial outcomes. Randy thrives in dynamic environments, particularly startups and fast-growth companies, where he leverages his skills in business strategy, IP development, market extension, and strategic partnerships.
Outside of work, Randy enjoys pursuing his passions for motorcycling, road cycling, and live music. These activities provide him with a balance to his professional life, allowing him to recharge and find inspiration.
Blake Kinnan
Co-Founder & VP of Product Development
Blake Kinnan serves as Hoonify’s VP of Product Development, leveraging over 15 years of extensive expertise in mechanical, systems, and quality engineering. Also a co-founder, he has been integral to Hoonify's inception, ensuring that our products align with our mission of democratizing supercomputing, rendering it more accessible and user-friendly. Drawing from a wealth of both successful and challenging experiences, Blake steers product development efforts to align with market needs, meet project management objectives, and uphold stringent quality control standards. Blake holds a BS in Engineering Technology from the University of Central Florida and a MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Mexico. Outside of his professional endeavors, Blake indulges in building and racing cars, cherishes quality time with friends and family, and seeks opportunities to explore the world.
Connor Brown
Co-Founder and VP Software Development
Connor Brown serves as Hoonify’s VP of Software Development and is driven by a passion for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in high-performance computing (HPC). With a career spanning dynamic roles at industry giants like Cray Inc. and prestigious government institutions like the DOE's Sandia National Labs, Connor has carved a niche in developing cutting-edge software solutions for advanced architectures. As the Vice President of Software for Hoonify, Connor is spearheading software initiatives, driving innovation, and working to develop the next generation of HPC software. Connor finds inspiration in the great outdoors whenever not working on pushing the limits of HPC.
Nic McKinley
Founder of DeliverFund
Nic brings unparalleled expertise as an entrepreneur, former U.S. Air Force Pararescueman, and ex-CIA operative. Having completed 30 combat deployments and established multiple multimillion-dollar tech ventures, he’s a pioneer in creating innovative solutions to society’s toughest challenges. His groundbreaking work includes combating human trafficking as Founder of DeliverFund; the only donor-funded solution to human trafficking that delivers proprietary data and technology to law enforcement, allowing them to take down human traffickers.
A Montana native, Nic’s commitment to service and adventure mirrors our drive for bold innovation. When not shaping the future of technology, he’s exploring the great outdoors or spending time with his amazing family.
Pete Ungaro
Former CEO of CRAY Inc.
Pete's impressive 20 years in HPC and supercomputing has transformed the tech industry.
During his time as CEO of Cray Inc., he led an impressive turnaround that caught Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s eye, resulting in their acquisition of Cray in 2019.
Pete's strategic leadership in high performance computing transformed the tech industry and resulted in multiple Top 500 "Fastest Supercomputers in the World" awards, and his organizational leadership was recognized for creating Cray's culture of personal excellence for engineering innovation.
This impactful merger is a direct result of his leadership in High Performance Computing - and now he's advising tech leaders like VDURA and NextSilicon. Pete continues to shape the future of HPC. We are thrilled to have him join Hoonify as part of our journey for a brighter and better future.
Hoonify's HPC solutions support almost any industry, including:
Atmospheric Sciences & Climate Modeling
Atmospheric Sciences & Climate Modeling
Tackle the challenges of long-term forecasting by analyzing the fundamental principles that control the behavior of the atmosphere and ocean. This empowers scientists to enhance weather and climate predictions through the creation of advanced models featuring higher spatial resolutions and more intricate physical processes.
BioTech & Medical
BioTech & Medical
Reduce the time, cost, and other barriers to entry spent on research and development efforts to provide fast, reproducible results for drug discovery, genomic sequencing, and the analysis of complex data sets.
Defense & Aerospace
Defense & Aerospace
Accelerate your modeling and simulation workloads for aerodynamics, structural mechanics, and fluid dynamics to perform analyses of aircraft, spacecraft, and weapons systems performance. Reduce costly, time-consuming physical testing and get high-fidelity solutions faster and cheaper than traditional methods.
Oil & Gas Exploration
Oil & Gas Exploration
HPC aids in the analysis and interpretation of vast amounts of data to identify new resources, perform spatial analyses, and improve accuracy in predictions for oil extraction.
Atmospheric Sciences & Climate Modeling
Tackle the challenges of long-term forecasting by analyzing the fundamental principles that control the behavior of the atmosphere and ocean. This empowers scientists to enhance weather and climate predictions through the creation of advanced models featuring higher spatial resolutions and more intricate physical processes.
BioTech & Medical
Reduce the time, cost, and other barriers to entry spent on research and development efforts to provide fast, reproducible results for drug discovery, genomic sequencing, and the analysis of complex data sets.
Defense & Aerospace
Accelerate your modeling and simulation workloads for aerodynamics, structural mechanics, and fluid dynamics to perform analyses of aircraft, spacecraft, and weapons systems performance. Reduce costly, time-consuming physical testing and get high-fidelity solutions faster and cheaper than traditional methods.
Oil & Gas Exploration
HPC aids in the analysis and interpretation of vast amounts of data to identify new resources, perform spatial analyses, and improve accuracy in predictions for oil extraction.
