We improve K9 performance and safety by developing innovative technologies
About Us
Braaf K9 Technologies is focused on developing products to benefit working K9s through innovative technologies.
Braaf K9 Technologies is comprised of key opinion leaders in K9 handling and training who have gained experience through years of "end user" experience in real world combat and policing environments.
Who we are
Jean-Claude Leblanc
Jean-Claude Leblanc retired from the US Army after serving 25 years in the Special Operations community. He served as a Ranger and Green Beret. Jean-Claude handled a Combat Assault Dog in our nation’s most elite unit for 10 years of his career.
Mike Toussaint
Mike served in the US Navy for 21 1/2 years primarily as a K9 handler. He served at DEVGRU as a handler and was awarded a Silver Star for his actions in combat. After the Navy, Mike was a police officer in TX and is currently working as a K9 trainer for personal protection, LEO and Military K9s.
John Neal
John has served with the Cincinnati Police Department for 28 years. He started the Cincinnati K9 Handler program and served as a K9 handler on the Cincinnati SWAT team. He is a certified Tactical K9 trainer and Tactical Operator trainer.
Evan Nolte
Evan was a Paratrooper and Animal Care Sergeant in the US Army for 14 years where he provided direct medical support and critical care first aid to the Special Operations Multi-Purpose Canine Program. Evan currently teaches K9 handlers on critical care
Will Gillen, PE
Will is a registered professional engineer (Ohio) with a background in manufacturing, consulting and research. Will is skilled in design, research and prototyping, using conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques. He has led teams in new product development for both the commercial and defense industry.
Jason Lewis
Jason served as the Board Chairman of Spike's K9 Fund, a non-profit focused on providing equipment, training and medical care for working K9s. He owns an executive recruiting firm and places top level roles with biotech and medical device companies.
We are currently evaluating and testing products for commercialization. Please reach out if you'd like to know more about what we're working on.
Jason Lewis
Phone Number
937-306-1545
Email Address
jason@braafk9tech.com