Proven Growth Strategist Joined ScanTech AI to Help Accelerate Revenue, Expand Global Market Share, and Deepen Capital Market Engagement
Atlanta, GA, Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ScanTech AI Systems Inc. (the “Company” or “ScanTech AI”) (Nasdaq: STAI), a next-generation provider of AI-powered CT screening systems for aviation, customs, and critical infrastructure, today announced that DeMeakey Williams, Sr. joined the Company as Senior Vice President of Sales, Business Development, and Investor Relations in April 2025.
Mr. Williams has over two decades of leadership in scaling revenue, securing high-value government contracts, and positioning technology companies for long-term capital market success. His appointment reinforces ScanTech AI’s commitment to growth, increased institutional visibility, and global brand expansion at a time of rising demand for AI-powered, U.S.-developed security screening solutions.
Prior to joining ScanTech AI in April 2025, Mr. Williams held senior executive roles at Pangiam, a national security-focused technology firm, and at Smiths Detection, a global leader in threat detection systems. Across both organizations, he played a critical role in securing more than $500 million in government and enterprise contracts across North America and international markets. Additionally, he has helped guide early-stage and mid-market companies through phases of rapid scale and investor transition. Mr. Williams also serves as Founder and Principal of Crane Consulting and Technology Solutions, an innovator in smart automation and autonomous system integration.
“I am thrilled to continue working at ScanTech AI at such a pivotal time. I believe that the Company’s platform is precisely what today’s global security landscape requires—scalable, intelligent CT technology combined with advanced AI, engineered internationally to revolutionize how nations approach trade, transportation, and threat detection,” said Mr. Williams. “I’m energized to continue driving our growth strategy, advancing stockholder value, and elevating the visibility of what I believe is one of the most disruptive AI-powered security platforms in the market—backed by potential opportunities with nuclear power prospects in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.”
About ScanTech AI
ScanTech AI Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: STAI) has developed one of the world’s most advanced non-intrusive ‘fixed-gantry’ CT screening technologies. Utilizing proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, ScanTech AI’s state-of-the-art scanners accurately and quickly detect hazardous materials and contraband. Engineered to automatically locate, discriminate, and identify threat materials and items of interest, ScanTech AI’s solutions are designed for use in airports, seaports, borders, embassies, corporate headquarters, government and commercial buildings, factories, processing plants, and other facilities where security is a priority.
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