Kent Dahlgren brings nearly four decades of expertise in information security, distributed systems, and large-scale technology development to Terra Global Developments. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he began his career as a Staff Sergeant and Combat Communications Operator, establishing a strong foundation in securing critical infrastructure. Kent has since held senior leadership roles with Fortune 1000 companies, including Tektronix and Xerox, where he led global IT, cybersecurity, and product development operations. His work identifying and supporting the conviction of hackers, including a federal industrial espionage case underscores his deep command of threat detection and mitigation. 

Beyond corporate leadership, Kent has spent 30 years building award-winning products serving billions of users, with technologies capable of handling tens of billions of transactions. His sons are Ojibwe, and it’s been Kent’s responsibility to teach them the Old Ways; his indigenous heritage informs his commitment to stewardship, governance, and systems that protect community wellbeing. As founder of 214 Alpha and Bene Esse, he brings extensive experience in digital governance and municipal collaboration. Kent’s breadth of expertise positions him to guide Terra Global’s technology strategy and ensure secure, scalable systems that support the company’s mission and growth.