Profile:  Accomplished executive with extensive experience leading high-impact operations and strategic innovation across government and defense technology sectors. Proven ability to drive operational excellence, accelerate technology adoption, and advise startups and executives on market entry, mission alignment, and strategic growth. Recognized for transformative leadership, innovative problem-solving, and advancing organizational objectives in high-stakes environments.  

Professional Focus:  Supporting Defense Tech Innovation

- Solving challenging problems for DoW and other USG partners while creating business, funding and growth opportunities for startups.  
- Scouting transformative mission-relevant defense tech across:  AI/ML, EW, Cyber, C-UAS, UAS, Spacetech, Autonomous Systems, Operational Energy, and Human Performance.
- Collaborating with Startups, Startup Incubators, VC's, and DoW mission partners to deliver results.

Leadership Priorities:  

- Inspire and empower teams to deliver full potential.  
- Promote a positive, inclusive and fun environment.  
- Disrupt the status quo to unlock opportunities.  
- Champion innovation and creativity to increase options and enhance outcomes.
- Apply strategy, communication, effort, trust, and teamwork to achieve success.

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