Nicholas Alfarano is a multifaceted individual involved in several fields. Co-founder of Ararat Defense Solutions (ADS): He works at the intersection of faith, discipline, and strategy, incorporating Torah values and modern defense innovation in his leadership. Author: He has authored several books, including "Hopes and Escapes: A Collection of Short Stories", which explores themes of hope and escape through various narratives. Other works include "The Vanishing Hour (The Clockmaker's Orphan)", and "H is for Hashem (Hashem’s Little Learners)". He is also the author of the children's book series "Valentina the Blue Vicuna", starting with "Valentina the Blue Vicuna: and the Lost Files". Rabbi: Alfarano is a rav, integrating his faith into his work and leadership. He hopes to one day become a full rabbi and be able to give even better advice to all who seek it. Speaker: He engages in public speaking on topics like the moral weight of security, the psychology of preparedness, and the future of ethical warfare. Alfarano's work focuses on restoring order and protecting life, challenging both the industry and individuals to consider ethical implications. He is currently working on a degree at Western Governors University (WGU) in Business Management.