About Us

Founded in 2022

K2 delivers professional technical consulting services to U.S. government clients—anywhere in the world.

Our team unites former high-level government officials and Fortune 100 executives to challenge the status quo in federal contracting, driving better outcomes for our clients and communities. By combining insider expertise with an innovative mindset and a commitment to traditional Hawaiian values, we bring adaptability, creativity, and excellence to every project.

As an 8(a) Native Hawaiian Organization-owned company, K2 is eligible for sole-source, non-compete federal contracts up to $100M. A significant portion of our profits supports educational and cultural programs in Hawaii, while our contracting advantages help agencies streamline procurement.

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Krilla Kaleiwahea 8(a) and NHO

Our 'Ohana

Image of grandparents of founder Peter Krilla.

Michael Krilla
& Rachel Kaleiwahea
1942 - Oahu

Peter's grandmother, Native Hawaiian Rachel Kaleiwahea, met Peter's grandfather Michael while he was stationed in Hawaii with the U.S. army. Six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor, Rachel gave birth to her first son — she drove the car, while in labor, as her husband illuminated the road with a lantern, since headlights were not permitted on the Island due to air raid threats.

Decades later, Peter and his cousin Jeffrey, who was born and raised in Hawaii, came together to honor their intertwined 'Ohana by creating the Krilla Kaleiwahea Foundation.

Meet the Team

Founders Peter Krilla and Jeffrey Krilla are cousins with Native Hawaiian roots and a blend of executive-level experience in Fortune 100 companies and high-level government service. They founded K2 in 2022 to bring the best of business and the beltway to impactful government contracts around the world.

Co-Founder and Partner

Peter Krilla

Peter Krilla is Native Hawaiian and an executive leader of process improvement with over 27 years of experience across retail, procurement, vendor management, and retail concept management for Nike, including leading a global, cross-functional team to open Nike's new global flagship stores, House of Innovation, in NYC, Shanghai, and Paris.

peter@k2-nho.com

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Co-Founder and Partner

Jeffrey Krilla

Jeffrey Krilla brings a wealth of expertise in international business, management, and diplomacy to K2, thanks to his extensive government, military and corporate experience, including serving as a Senior State Department Official (Senior Executive Service) and a Naval Intelligence Officer.

jeff@k2-nho.com

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World-Class Talent

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Senior Advisor of Defense & Intelligence

Rear Admiral

Eileen Laubacher

Seasoned national security leader, recently serving as the Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for South Asia. She brings decades of intelligence experience, including command roles at U.S. Space Command and the Defense Attaché Office in India, earning top military honors like the Defense Distinguished Service Medal.

Senior Advisor of International

Ramsey Day

Former Assistant Administrator for Africa at USAID, overseeing government-wide initiatives such as Power Africa and Prosper Africa. Chief of Public Liaison/Chief of Staff for the Europe and Eurasia Bureau in the George W. Bush Administration.

Senior Advisor of Technology and Mergers & Acquisitions

Spencer Farrar

Specialist in strategy, operations, finance, and digital transformation, with a focus on value creation in private equity, aerospace & defense, and technology. Experience in national security and international affairs (Asia-Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa). US Marine Corps Intelligence Officer with 30+ years active & reserve duty. Holds an MBA from Yale.

Senior Advisor of Health

Dr. John Lawrence

Physician, author, and wellness strategist with deep expertise in integrative and regenerative medicine. Former urgent care medical director and founder of a functional health clinic blending Eastern and Western approaches. Currently, the Director of Health and Wellness at Voicesense, a voice analytics pioneer advancing mental health care. Author of the Playing Doctor book series and passionate about biking, skiing, and endurance sports.

Senior Advisor of Commerce

Robert L. Mallett

Served in former President Bill Clinton's administration as Acting Secretary and Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce. He has held senior executive positions at major healthcare companies, including United Healthcare and Pfizer Inc.

Business Development

Melike Yetken Krilla

Corporate responsibility leader with over 15 years of government experience, advising on human rights, responsible business practices, and risk management for social and economic good. Former White House staffer for President Obama’s U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit.

Strategy and Chief of Staff

Andy Howard

A seasoned strategist with 16+ years in the global sports industry; led growth and innovation across retail, supply chain, and product go-to-market. Worked on initiatives from the 2010 FIFA World Cup to Nike, leveraging expertise to drive high-impact results.

Defense

Kyle Picou

Experienced ISR Program Manager, Flight Operations Manager, and Airborne Sensor Operator at Metrea Special Aerospace. Former US Marine Corps F/A-18 Weapons Systems Officer and Intelligence Department Head for Fighter Attack Squadron 242.

Communications Lead

Alexis Krilla

Bachelor's in Business Management and Master's in Environmental Sustainability from Harvard University. Experienced in marketing, communications, and public relations, Alexis has supported numerous organizations in building impactful strategies.

Human Resources

Nadia Hasan

Crafting an employee experience that reflects our core values. Former HR and Talent Recruiter at Nike. City Councilor, Author, and Speaker.

Value 01.

Excellence

Our commitment to excellence drives us to continuously innovate and adapt, delivering sustainable and integrated solutions that make a meaningful difference for global partners and communities across the world.

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Our advantages.

SBA U.S. Small Business Administration. 8(a) Certified

Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned small businesses have significant contracting advantages compared to other 8(a) small business firms.

$22M Direct Awards.

May receive direct awards up to $22M that exceed normal SBA thresholds and do not require a Justification & Approval per 13 CFR 124.506(b)(2)

$100M Direct Awards. Effective March 17th, 2020, may receive direct awards up to $100M for our Department of Defense (DoD) customers per the following class deviation

Awards cannot be protested. There is no requirement to complete procurements to NHO before a direct award per 13 CFR 124.517(a)

No procurement competition. There is no requirement to complete procurements to NHO before a direct award per 13 CFR 125.506(b)(3)

Faster procurement via Alpha contracting. Prior to a solicitation, contracting officers can work jointly with the NHO to reduce procurement time and streamline the contract process.

Meet your 8(a) and Small Business Goals. Contracting with an NHO will satisfy 8(a) and small business contracting goals per 13 CFR 124.110(c)