Halifax, Nova Scotia – December 18, 2025
Datifex is proud to announce that Corey Kirkhus, Director of Product & Business Development, has been named one of Canadian Defence Review’s (CDR) Top Aerospace and Defence Professionals Under 40, a distinction that celebrates emerging leaders shaping Canada’s defence and security landscape.
In his role at Datifex, Corey drives innovation at the intersection of product development and commercialization, transforming advanced digital technologies into practical solutions for defence and maritime operations. His efforts have focused on modernizing how complex assets and environments are visualized, managed, and coordinated—enhancing decision-making, safety, and operational readiness.
Corey plays a key role in advancing Datifex’s DATIVerse 3D™ platform and SeaReady® solutions, supporting initiatives with organizations such as the Royal Canadian Navy and the Halifax Port Authority. These solutions emphasize close collaboration with operators to ensure solutions align seamlessly with real-world workflows.
This recognition underscores Datifex’s commitment to delivering operator-informed digital capabilities that help defence and maritime organizations modernize and thrive in increasingly complex operational environments.
“Corey brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach to his work and a strong focus on understanding real operational needs. He engages constructively with others and consistently looks for practical ways technology can support better decision-making.”
- Corey Gleason
Deputy Harbour Master, Halifax Port Authority
"This recognition reflects the teams, collaborators, and operators who are engaging in new approaches and share honest feedback. I'm grateful to work alongside people who care deeply about improving how complex systems operate in the real world."
- Corey Kirkhus
Director of Product & Business Development, Datifex
Datifex develops advanced visualization and coordination technologies for defence and maritime sectors, enabling organizations to improve operational readiness and safety through innovative digital solutions.
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Corey Kirkhus
Datifex
Director of Product & Business Development
902-580-4577
corey.k@datifex.com
