At Tanagra, we exist at the intersection of intelligence, defense, and unapologetically forward-thinking science. Born in the National Capital Region, we’re not just another consulting firm —we’re a command center for those who dare to reimagine the future of national security, technology, and space. Our mission is to design bold solutions for complex threats—on Earth and beyond. We partner with federal agencies, defense innovators, and tech trailblazers to decode chaos, disrupt outdated systems, and build the next generation of secure, scalable, and emerging technology strategies.

We are driven by the belief that the future belongs to those willing to outmaneuver, outsmart, and outlast. That means no fluff, no filler—just deeply strategic insight, bleeding-edge science, and tactical clarity that’s battle-tested and built to last. Whether we’re architecting advanced systems, navigating intelligence landscapes, or pushing the frontier of space technology, our goal is singular: keep mission-critical teams prepared, protected, and always one step ahead.

We don’t follow the rules. We rewrite the playbook.

The Command Center for the Future of National Security

Where Intelligence, Defense, and Advanced Science Converge to Outthink Every Threat.

CEO and Founder of Tanagra Enterprises

She’s shaped U.S. defense strategy from the Pentagon to Capitol Hill—and now she’s rewriting the playbook for national security, intelligence, and space technology.

As the CEO and Founder of Tanagra Enterprises, Sarah Mineiro brings over two decades of experience navigating the most complex arenas of defense, intelligence, and legislative power. Her career spans private industry, the executive and legislative branches, and leadership roles that directly influenced the future of space and military strategy.

Before Tanagra, Sarah was the Senior Director of Space Strategy at Anduril Industries, a defense tech unicorn building AI-driven systems for modern warfare. She served as the Staff Director for the Strategic Forces Subcommittee of the House Armed Services Committee, driving legislation that established the U.S. Space Force and Space Command.

She’s held roles at the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, the Under Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs, and began her career as an intelligence analyst for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center.

Sarah is also an investor, a non-resident fellow with CSIS, and has served on the Defense Business Board and Defense Innovation Board. She has received the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Office of the Secretary of Defense Exceptional Civilian Service Award, and several other awards. She is an active investor and board member for companies that ignite her creativity and commitment.

Tanagra exists because standing still was never an option.

Sarah Mineiro,

Erica Kilgore keeps Tanagra Enterprises moving forward—managing day-to-day operations, client invoicing, and mission-critical travel logistics.

Before joining Tanagra, she served as a Receptionist and Administrative Assistant at the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies and brings eight years of experience in customer service and guest relations.

Erica holds a BA in Communication and Conflict from the University of Central Florida, a Master’s in Creative Publishing and Critical Journalism from The New School, and a Master’s in Intercultural and International Relations from American University. She plans to pursue a Ph.D. in International Affairs with a focus on space operations and U.S. national security.

Erica Kilgore,
Director of Operations

Ainsley Rowlison drives research initiatives, budget tracking, narrative development, engagement strategies, and lobbying efforts at Tanagra Enterprises. With a background in policy, government affairs, and strategic communications, she helps shape how Tanagra navigates the intersections of national security, defense, and emerging technologies.

She began her D.C. career as a Lloyd Meeds Public Policy Fellow at K&L Gates LLP, later joining a D.C.-based lobbying firm before transitioning into defense consulting with Tanagra.

Ainsley holds a BA in Political Science and Communication Studies from Longwood University, where she competed as a NCAA Division I lacrosse player. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Corporate Communications and Crisis Management at Georgetown University.

Ainsley Rowlison,
VP of Research

Anna Morris leads IT and business systems at Tanagra Enterprises, applying her expertise in cybersecurity, systems analysis, and computer networks across government, defense, and scientific sectors to strengthen technology integration and operational performance.

Earlier in her career, she served as a U.S. Air Force Communications Officer, overseeing network systems and planning alongside the Royal Air Force on security initiatives. She later supported a USAF fighter squadron as a defense contractor where she managed deployments, training programs, flight operations, and aircrew scheduling.

Anna holds a BA in International Relations with a minor in Russian from the U.S. Air Force Academy, and a Master’s in International Relations from the University of Oklahoma.