About SKN Systems
Pioneering the future of real-time aerodynamic and structural data acquisition.
The Team
Lyall Davenport is a motorsport operator and investor with a decade of experience backing high-growth companies at the intersection of performance, technology, and innovation. Mentored by his grandfather, Kevin Kalkhoven — former Chairman of Cosworth and co-owner of KV Racing Technology — Lyall gained hands-on experience in the paddock, including KV’s victory at the 2013 Indy 500. Before founding SKN, Lyall led investments in over 50 global startups, building deep networks across Formula 1, IndyCar, and the OEM ecosystem in both Europe and North America. He created SKN to close the gap between lab-based aerodynamic testing and real-world performance. His vision: to deliver cutting-edge, sensor-based data solutions that help engineers make faster, smarter decisions—on track and beyond.
Hal Reisiger is a serial entrepreneur and former CEO & Chairman of Cosworth, where he led the company’s transformation into a leader in propulsion and electronics. Now a board member at Evtec Group, Hal brings decades of experience in scaling engineering businesses across motorsport and mobility. At SKN, he advises on product strategy, operations, and commercialization.
Alan Donnelly is a senior motorsport advisor with deep experience in governance and strategy. A former board member at Cosworth and ex-Head of Stewards at Formula 1’s FIA, he has advised Ferrari Automotive and other OEMs on regulatory and competitive frameworks. Alan supports SKN’s positioning across elite motorsport and adjacent sectors.
Motorsport and Automotive Experience
