About Face
Autobiography
About Face
Autobiography
About Face
Autobiography
Introducing
Alissa Knight
Transforming disruption into iconic companies.
At my core, I am a builder. Whether it's producing a television series, launching a video game, or constructing the next generation of data centers, my work is about creating value from disruptive ideas. My career is defined by a relentless drive to transform bold concepts into iconic companies.
This drive comes from my unique path, which began as a teenage hacker and evolved into architecting cybersecurity strategies for the Pentagon. I learned that to truly build something revolutionary, you must first understand a system at its most fundamental level. This foundational principle—seeing the entire structure from the inside out—is what allows me to identify disruptive opportunities and assemble the capital and talent to seize them at Knight Group.
Today, that philosophy is the engine behind Knight Group, my family office's venture studio. We operate as a startup factory, systematically creating and scaling new companies across strategic verticals. By integrating venture capital with hands-on development in everything from AI infrastructure to entertainment, my team and I don't just invest in the future—we actively construct it.
I am the Managing Partner of Knight Group, a venture studio that functions as a startup factory for the Knight family office across 3 funds, systematically building and scaling new companies across its strategic verticals. My career is a study in converting disruption into value. Beginning as a teenage hacker when I was arrested for hacking into a government network, I evolved into a cybersecurity strategist for the Pentagon before becoming a successful entrepreneur, achieving two lucrative exits in the cybersecurity sector.
Under my leadership, the firm manages numerous funds and builds companies that capitalize on disruptive opportunities in AI, media, and technology infrastructure. A cornerstone of this strategy is a specialized real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on developing next-generation data centers, providing the critical infrastructure for the 4th industrial revolution in AI.
In the entertainment sector, I am an award-winning director and producer at Knight Studios, where I've produced seven television series. My creative portfolio expanded into interactive entertainment through Knight Vision, the group’s game publishing division, which successfully launched its first video game in 2024 in co-production with Mastercard.
Recognized for my impact in cybersecurity with an exhibit in The Mob Museum, I operate at the intersection of technology, capital, and innovation to build the iconic companies of tomorrow.
Managing Partner
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Presented a strategic framework for implementing a Zero Trust Architecture to neutralize modern attack vectors and secure critical data across all networks.
Creating solutions that solve real challenges
Provided expert analysis on hardening operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices deployed in both tactical and strategic environments.
Staying ahead of digital trends and innovations
Advised on the integration of advanced threat intelligence and proactive incident response protocols to significantly reduce adversary dwell time and minimize operational impact.
Helping the U.S. combatant commands with cognitive overmatch in the cyber domain
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
My Approach
From Concept to Screen
Roll camera, speed sound. Mark it.
As a creator, my work extends across the entire lifecycle of a production. I am deeply involved in every project as a writer, director, and producer, ensuring a cohesive vision from the initial script to the final delivery. This hands-on approach allows me to build intricate worlds and compelling, character-driven narratives that resonate with modern audiences. My passion lies in crafting high-stakes stories that explore the complex intersection of technology, humanity, and consequence.
01/
Spearheaded multiple original television series as a hands-on writer, director, and producer, guiding each project from the initial script to final delivery.
02/
Successfully developed and produced a diverse portfolio of seven original series, creating fan-favorite shows in genres ranging from high-tech thrillers to complex, high-concept dramas.
03/
Engineered an ambitious 2025 production slate, securing financing and distribution for three new original series while overseeing the return of a flagship franchise.
The 2025 Slate & Future Vision
I'm thrilled to announce our ambitious 2025 slate, which represents the next evolution of our creative vision. This upcoming lineup includes the highly anticipated return of our cornerstone series, Shadow Unit, alongside three brand-new, original productions: the gritty, atmospheric drama The Record Shop, the cutting-edge cyber-thriller Gray Hat, and the epic, world-spanning saga The Last Prophet.
This new slate is a testament to our dedication to expanding our narrative universe and tackling new genres. We are building on our past successes to bring audiences a diverse and electrifying range of stories. Our goal for the future is to continue creating television that is not only visually striking and entertaining but also sparks conversation and challenges perception.
Awards
Recognition & Impact
I'm incredibly proud that our debut work was recognized by the Telly Awards, a prestigious body that has honored excellence in television and video for over four decades. To receive top honors in the highly competitive categories of Crime, Drama, and Best New Series is a testament to the tireless dedication, creative vision, and collaborative spirit of our entire cast and crew. This recognition fuels my commitment to producing compelling, high-quality television that resonates with both audiences and industry peers.
Award
Date
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Direct Marketing: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: True Crime: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Filmography
TV series credits
Director
Number of episodes directed
Writer
Number of screenplays written
Editor/Colorist
Number of episodes edited and color graded
Introducing
Alissa Knight
Transforming disruption into iconic companies.
At my core, I am a builder. Whether it's producing a television series, launching a video game, or constructing the next generation of data centers, my work is about creating value from disruptive ideas. My career is defined by a relentless drive to transform bold concepts into iconic companies.
This drive comes from my unique path, which began as a teenage hacker and evolved into architecting cybersecurity strategies for the Pentagon. I learned that to truly build something revolutionary, you must first understand a system at its most fundamental level. This foundational principle—seeing the entire structure from the inside out—is what allows me to identify disruptive opportunities and assemble the capital and talent to seize them at Knight Group.
Today, that philosophy is the engine behind Knight Group, my family office's venture studio. We operate as a startup factory, systematically creating and scaling new companies across strategic verticals. By integrating venture capital with hands-on development in everything from AI infrastructure to entertainment, my team and I don't just invest in the future—we actively construct it.
I am the Managing Partner of Knight Group, a venture studio that functions as a startup factory for the Knight family office across 3 funds, systematically building and scaling new companies across its strategic verticals. My career is a study in converting disruption into value. Beginning as a teenage hacker when I was arrested for hacking into a government network, I evolved into a cybersecurity strategist for the Pentagon before becoming a successful entrepreneur, achieving two lucrative exits in the cybersecurity sector.
Under my leadership, the firm manages numerous funds and builds companies that capitalize on disruptive opportunities in AI, media, and technology infrastructure. A cornerstone of this strategy is a specialized real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on developing next-generation data centers, providing the critical infrastructure for the 4th industrial revolution in AI.
In the entertainment sector, I am an award-winning director and producer at Knight Studios, where I've produced seven television series. My creative portfolio expanded into interactive entertainment through Knight Vision, the group’s game publishing division, which successfully launched its first video game in 2024 in co-production with Mastercard.
Recognized for my impact in cybersecurity with an exhibit in The Mob Museum, I operate at the intersection of technology, capital, and innovation to build the iconic companies of tomorrow.
Managing Partner
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Presented a strategic framework for implementing a Zero Trust Architecture to neutralize modern attack vectors and secure critical data across all networks.
Creating solutions that solve real challenges
Provided expert analysis on hardening operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices deployed in both tactical and strategic environments.
Staying ahead of digital trends and innovations
Advised on the integration of advanced threat intelligence and proactive incident response protocols to significantly reduce adversary dwell time and minimize operational impact.
Helping the U.S. combatant commands with cognitive overmatch in the cyber domain
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
My Approach
From Concept to Screen
Roll camera, speed sound. Mark it.
As a creator, my work extends across the entire lifecycle of a production. I am deeply involved in every project as a writer, director, and producer, ensuring a cohesive vision from the initial script to the final delivery. This hands-on approach allows me to build intricate worlds and compelling, character-driven narratives that resonate with modern audiences. My passion lies in crafting high-stakes stories that explore the complex intersection of technology, humanity, and consequence.
01/
Spearheaded multiple original television series as a hands-on writer, director, and producer, guiding each project from the initial script to final delivery.
02/
Successfully developed and produced a diverse portfolio of seven original series, creating fan-favorite shows in genres ranging from high-tech thrillers to complex, high-concept dramas.
03/
Engineered an ambitious 2025 production slate, securing financing and distribution for three new original series while overseeing the return of a flagship franchise.
The 2025 Slate & Future Vision
I'm thrilled to announce our ambitious 2025 slate, which represents the next evolution of our creative vision. This upcoming lineup includes the highly anticipated return of our cornerstone series, Shadow Unit, alongside three brand-new, original productions: the gritty, atmospheric drama The Record Shop, the cutting-edge cyber-thriller Gray Hat, and the epic, world-spanning saga The Last Prophet.
This new slate is a testament to our dedication to expanding our narrative universe and tackling new genres. We are building on our past successes to bring audiences a diverse and electrifying range of stories. Our goal for the future is to continue creating television that is not only visually striking and entertaining but also sparks conversation and challenges perception.
Awards
Recognition & Impact
I'm incredibly proud that our debut work was recognized by the Telly Awards, a prestigious body that has honored excellence in television and video for over four decades. To receive top honors in the highly competitive categories of Crime, Drama, and Best New Series is a testament to the tireless dedication, creative vision, and collaborative spirit of our entire cast and crew. This recognition fuels my commitment to producing compelling, high-quality television that resonates with both audiences and industry peers.
Award
Date
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Direct Marketing: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: True Crime: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Filmography
TV series credits
Director
Number of episodes directed
Writer
Number of screenplays written
Editor/Colorist
Number of episodes edited and color graded
Introducing
Alissa Knight
Transforming disruption into iconic companies.
At my core, I am a builder. Whether it's producing a television series, launching a video game, or constructing the next generation of data centers, my work is about creating value from disruptive ideas. My career is defined by a relentless drive to transform bold concepts into iconic companies.
This drive comes from my unique path, which began as a teenage hacker and evolved into architecting cybersecurity strategies for the Pentagon. I learned that to truly build something revolutionary, you must first understand a system at its most fundamental level. This foundational principle—seeing the entire structure from the inside out—is what allows me to identify disruptive opportunities and assemble the capital and talent to seize them at Knight Group.
Today, that philosophy is the engine behind Knight Group, my family office's venture studio. We operate as a startup factory, systematically creating and scaling new companies across strategic verticals. By integrating venture capital with hands-on development in everything from AI infrastructure to entertainment, my team and I don't just invest in the future—we actively construct it.
I am the Managing Partner of Knight Group, a venture studio that functions as a startup factory for the Knight family office across 3 funds, systematically building and scaling new companies across its strategic verticals. My career is a study in converting disruption into value. Beginning as a teenage hacker when I was arrested for hacking into a government network, I evolved into a cybersecurity strategist for the Pentagon before becoming a successful entrepreneur, achieving two lucrative exits in the cybersecurity sector.
Under my leadership, the firm manages numerous funds and builds companies that capitalize on disruptive opportunities in AI, media, and technology infrastructure. A cornerstone of this strategy is a specialized real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on developing next-generation data centers, providing the critical infrastructure for the 4th industrial revolution in AI.
In the entertainment sector, I am an award-winning director and producer at Knight Studios, where I've produced seven television series. My creative portfolio expanded into interactive entertainment through Knight Vision, the group’s game publishing division, which successfully launched its first video game in 2024 in co-production with Mastercard.
Recognized for my impact in cybersecurity with an exhibit in The Mob Museum, I operate at the intersection of technology, capital, and innovation to build the iconic companies of tomorrow.
Managing Partner
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Presented a strategic framework for implementing a Zero Trust Architecture to neutralize modern attack vectors and secure critical data across all networks.
Creating solutions that solve real challenges
Provided expert analysis on hardening operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices deployed in both tactical and strategic environments.
Staying ahead of digital trends and innovations
Advised on the integration of advanced threat intelligence and proactive incident response protocols to significantly reduce adversary dwell time and minimize operational impact.
Helping the U.S. combatant commands with cognitive overmatch in the cyber domain
I was invited to the Pentagon to consult with Major General Lorna M. Mahlock and Mr. Kenneth Bible, former CISO for DHS. The high-level meeting focused on developing and implementing advanced security protocols to protect the Marine Corps' globally connected assets against emerging cyber threats.
Strategic Advisor to U.S. Marine Corps Leadership at the Pentagon
My Approach
From Concept to Screen
Roll camera, speed sound. Mark it.
As a creator, my work extends across the entire lifecycle of a production. I am deeply involved in every project as a writer, director, and producer, ensuring a cohesive vision from the initial script to the final delivery. This hands-on approach allows me to build intricate worlds and compelling, character-driven narratives that resonate with modern audiences. My passion lies in crafting high-stakes stories that explore the complex intersection of technology, humanity, and consequence.
01/
Spearheaded multiple original television series as a hands-on writer, director, and producer, guiding each project from the initial script to final delivery.
02/
Successfully developed and produced a diverse portfolio of seven original series, creating fan-favorite shows in genres ranging from high-tech thrillers to complex, high-concept dramas.
03/
Engineered an ambitious 2025 production slate, securing financing and distribution for three new original series while overseeing the return of a flagship franchise.
The 2025 Slate & Future Vision
I'm thrilled to announce our ambitious 2025 slate, which represents the next evolution of our creative vision. This upcoming lineup includes the highly anticipated return of our cornerstone series, Shadow Unit, alongside three brand-new, original productions: the gritty, atmospheric drama The Record Shop, the cutting-edge cyber-thriller Gray Hat, and the epic, world-spanning saga The Last Prophet.
This new slate is a testament to our dedication to expanding our narrative universe and tackling new genres. We are building on our past successes to bring audiences a diverse and electrifying range of stories. Our goal for the future is to continue creating television that is not only visually striking and entertaining but also sparks conversation and challenges perception.
Awards
Recognition & Impact
I'm incredibly proud that our debut work was recognized by the Telly Awards, a prestigious body that has honored excellence in television and video for over four decades. To receive top honors in the highly competitive categories of Crime, Drama, and Best New Series is a testament to the tireless dedication, creative vision, and collaborative spirit of our entire cast and crew. This recognition fuels my commitment to producing compelling, high-quality television that resonates with both audiences and industry peers.
Award
Date
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Ransom
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Science & Technology: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Drama: Dark Ops
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: Direct Marketing: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Winner: TV Series: True Crime: Scorched Earth
2023
44th Annual Telly Awards
Filmography
TV series credits
Director
Number of episodes directed
Writer
Number of screenplays written
Editor/Colorist
Number of episodes edited and color graded
Get to know
Me.
Contact me, let's talk.
Get to know
Me.
Contact me, let's talk.
Get to know
Me.
Contact me, let's talk.