ABS Wavesight Leadership

Jennifer Trageser

Chief Product and Technology Officer

Jennifer Trageser, Chief Product and Technology Officer at ABS Wavesight, leads the strategic development of innovative maritime software solutions, including Nautical Systems and eLogs, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the industry. With a wealth of leadership experience in SaaS technology, Jennifer’s past roles at McKesson, Veriforce and Act! honed her expertise in driving product strategy, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and delivering customer-focused solutions. Her pragmatic approach, certified by the Pragmatic Institute, and passion for market research and user engagement empower her to successfully guide ABS Wavesight’s technology vision. Jennifer holds a BS in Marketing from Louisiana Tech University, where she serves on the College of Business Marketing Advisory Board and mentors students.

Cpt. Stephen Bomgardner

Interim Chief Executive Officer

Captain Stephen (Steve) Bomgardner brings a distinguished maritime leadership career with more than 23 years of experience in operations, regulatory frameworks, maritime intelligence, and environmental innovation. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Shipping & Offshore Solutions at Pole Star Global, where he led strategic expansion across the Globe and helped integrate a new platform for vessel analytics into legacy vessel tracking solutions. Steve has led global commercial development and go-to-market strategy for real-time emissions monitoring technology. His regulatory experience includes senior roles at the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) and Liberian International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR), where he helped launch and lead the Offshore & Gas Technology Department—a unit he personally headed to support rapid offshore fleet growth and serve clients with drillships, rigs, and FPSOs. Steve’s roots in maritime operations run deep, having spent 15 years managing offshore drilling operations aboard some of the most advanced vessels in the industry. He holds a B.S. in Marine Transportation from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Georgetown University, and is an active promoter of ocean conservation and sustainability—serving on the board of Eyesea and advising Bennu Climate, a firm accelerating climate-smart shipping solutions.

Luke Rouquette

Senior Director, Commercial Digital Products

Luke Rouquette is Senior Director of Commercial Digital Products at Wavesight, where he leads the strategy, development, and performance of the company’s SaaS portfolio. His work focuses on delivering platform-driven solutions across regulatory, sustainability, and operational use cases in the maritime industry. Prior to Wavesight, Luke held senior roles in analytics, digital transformation, and operations across the maritime, energy, and retail sectors. He brings a cross-industry perspective to product leadership, with experience building high-performing teams and driving enterprise alignment around data and technology. Luke holds a Master of Science in Analytics from Texas A&M University and a BBA in Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston-Downtown.

Saqib Kasim

Director, Professional Services

Saqib Kasim brings over 25 years of leadership in technology and project management to his role as Director of Professional Services at ABS Wavesight. For the past 15 years, he has been instrumental in the Nautical Systems team, driving the successful implementation of fleet management solutions across 4,000 vessels, with a focus on process optimization, project execution, and client success. Saqib’s career spans diverse leadership roles, including Director of Software at Simdesk Technologies, Project Manager at Microsoft, Development Manager at Compaq Computers, and Team Manager at IBM Computers. He began his career as a Manager at Global PC, honing his skills in team leadership and operational efficiency. He holds a Master’s in Computer Science from the University of Houston and is a certified Project Management Professional and Scrum Master, reflecting his commitment to excellence in project delivery and agile methodologies. Saqib’s extensive experience and strategic insight position him as a trusted leader in delivering innovative maritime software solutions at ABS Wavesight.

Michael Neves

Vice President, Engineering

Mike Neves is Vice President of Engineering at ABS Wavesight. Mike joined Wavesight in October of 2024 and is responsible for the company’s industry leading Nautical Systems Fleet Management System, eLogs digital logbook solution, and Wavesight’s CommonCore platform for expanding the portfolio’s interoperability and value streams for our customers. Prior to joining Wavesight, Mike was Director of Software Engineering with IPT Global, an innovator and leader in Well Integrity Management software and services for the upstream oil and gas industry. Before joining IPT, Mike spent over 6 years with Siemens Energy as Head of Software Operations for the company’s Process Safety & Consulting division, which specializes in software and services for process safety management for customers in oil and gas refining and petrochemicals. Prior to Siemens Energy, Mike was Director of Application Development and spent over 9 years in various leadership positions with AEI Services LLC, a $4 billion international energy holding company with businesses in emerging markets around the world, which was formed out of Enron Corporation’s restructuring in 2002. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Texas A&M University.

Nick Barry

Director, Special Projects

Nick manages strategy and executive operations at Wavesight. He has held Chief of Staff roles at ESO, a Vista Equity Partners portfolio company, and Dell Technologies. Before his time at McKinsey & Company he spent 10 years in oil & gas, mostly running projects at ExxonMobil. He holds degrees in math and science from Texas A&M and Rice.

Ethan Reinhardt

Director, Commercial Operations

Ethan serves as the Director of Commercial Operations at ABS Wavesight, where he leads the end-to-end commercial processes that drive revenue growth and operational efficiency. With a strategic focus on cross-functional integration, Ethan has been instrumental in aligning enterprise systems and processes across departments, ensuring a scalable commercial infrastructure. Since joining ABS in 2014 as a rotational engineer, Ethan has built a diverse and impactful career across ABS, ABS Group, and ABS Wavesight. His roles have spanned engineering, business development, corporate strategy, and commercial operations, giving him a comprehensive understanding of both technical and business dimensions of the organization. Ethan is known for his radical candor, strategic mindset, and analytical acumen. His leadership style fosters collaboration and transparency, enabling teams to deliver results with clarity and purpose. Ethan holds a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Anthony DeNome

Global Vice President, Sales and Marketing

Anthony DeNome serves as Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing at ABS Wavesight, where he drives global growth and market expansion for maritime software solutions. With over 20 years in SaaS, cloud, and digital solutions, Anthony’s expertise shapes ABS Wavesight’s strategy to deliver innovative, data-driven tools. His leadership in a 5-year digital transformation initiative, focused on AI and IoT, honed his ability to close tech gaps and sharpen industry focus—skills he now leverages to build strategic relationships and lead high-performing sales teams. INSEAD-certified in Digital Transformation, Anthony is uniquely equipped to advance ABS Wavesight’s mission in the maritime sector. Anthony holds a BA degree from Arizona State University. During his free time, Anthony enjoys traveling with his family and watching his daughter play soccer.

Catherine Chen

Senior Director, Finance

Catherine is the Senior Finance Director at Wavesight. With over 25 years of experience in global financial management across various industries, she oversees all aspects of the company’s financial operations. Catherine holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from Fudan University in Shanghai and a Master of Science in Finance from Babson College.

Gloria Harris

Manager, Human Resources

Gloria Harris is the Human Resources Manager for ABS Wavesight, with more than 20 years of HR experience and a strong track record of aligning people strategies with business objectives across diverse and global environments. In her current role, she provides strategic guidance to senior leaders, supports enterprise-wide HR initiatives, and ensures consistency in programs related to compensation and performance management. Known for her collaborative approach and problem-solving mindset, Gloria is a trusted advisor and a partner in managing complex employee relations, leading organizational change, fostering a performance driven culture, talent management, policy development and organizational compliance. Gloria’s background spans multiple industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and energy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Western Governors University and is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).

Brandi Whitehurst

Director, Customer Success

As Director of Customer Success at ABS Wavesight, Brandi Whitehurst leads the Customer Support and Customer Success teams, setting a strategic vision to maximize customer satisfaction and product adoption. She drives a relationship-focused approach, ensuring customers achieve their goals through tailored support and technical expertise, aligning outcomes with ABS Wavesight’s mission. Brandi’s 19-year journey in the maritime industry began in 2006 at Teco in Tampa, Florida, working in vessel operations and compliance. Since joining ABS in 2012, she has held roles including Account Manager, Customer Care Manager, Global Support Manager, and Product Manager, each deepening her commitment to customer engagement. This diverse experience, coupled with her early career as a U.S. Army Military Police Officer and a BS in Social Sciences from Troy University, has shaped her customer-centric leadership, making her a passionate advocate for client success.