LMI has appointed Josh Wilson, the company’s president of markets, growth and technology, as the next CEO, effective Jan. 1.
The company said Thursday Wilson will succeed six-time Wash100 awardee Doug Wagoner, who will transition to the role of chairman of the board.
“Stepping into this role is an incredible opportunity to accelerate the momentum our team has created together,” said Wilson. “I look forward to delivering even greater impact for our customers, as we continue winning together and building on the foundation Doug and our leadership team have created.”
Accelerating Innovation for Federal Missions
Wagoner and Wilson will work together to facilitate a seamless transition for employees, partners and customers.
LMI will continue to strengthen its focus on advancing innovation for federal missions, strengthening its partnerships across defense, space and civilian markets, and enhancing its portfolio of commercial-grade technology platforms.
“It has been a privilege to work alongside the talented team at LMI these past five years,” said Wagoner. Together, we’ve advanced our strategy to deliver the solutions our government needs, expanded our capabilities, and positioned the company for long-term success. I know Josh will lead LMI’s next chapter with clarity, purpose, and vision, and I’m glad I’ll continue to have a ringside seat and be able to collaborate with this fantastic team.”
Who Is Josh Wilson?
Wilson has been with LMI for over a decade and has more than 15 years of defense, consulting and technology leadership experience.
In his current role, he manages LMI’s growth strategy, customer portfolio and research and development efforts. He helped establish the company’s digital and analytics capabilities and accelerate innovation to deliver mission-ready platforms across defense, space and civilian markets by reorganizing the tech function.
He previously served as executive VP of service lines and technology at LMI.
Before LMI, the former U.S. Army officer was with Deloitte’s public sector practice, where he specialized in analytics-driven business transformation and strategic planning.
Wilson serves on the advisory boards of Armaments Research Co. and the Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting at George Mason University’s School of Business.
The West Point systems engineering graduate has a master’s degree in engineering management from Missouri University of Science and Technology.
Who Is Doug Wagoner?
Wagoner has been chief executive of LMI since 2020. Under his leadership, the company transitioned into a for-profit model with private equity backing and expanded into the space market through its Synaptech acquisition and formation of the Space Center of Excellence in partnership with the Space Force Association.
He serves on the Global Advisory Council for the United Service Organizations and on the board of directors of Thomson Reuters Special Services.
His industry career included time as sector president at SAIC and senior VP at DSA and ChoicePoint. He started his career at EDS, now DXC Technology.
The College of William & Mary finance graduate holds a master’s degree in business administration from Virginia Tech.
