McLean, Virginia-based Xcelerate Solutions has promoted Chief Risk Officer Danny Olmes to president of aviation security.
The company said Tuesday Olmes will lead strategic growth initiatives, operations and delivery efforts in support of the Transportation Security Administration’s programs and partnerships with federal agencies, industry partners and airport authorities.
He will also manage aviation security operations and business development activities associated with TSA programs, with a focus on the agency’s Screening Partnership Program. He will also advance new screening models, technology modernization efforts and workforce platforms designed to improve security and passenger experience across U.S. airports.
“We are excited to promote Danny to President of Aviation Security,” said Xcelerate CEO Mark Drever. “His extensive operational expertise, dedication to the mission, and talent for forging strong government relationships uniquely qualify him to lead our aviation security division during a crucial time for our nation.”
Olmes will continue serving as CRO and executive vice president of government affairs, where he oversees enterprise risk strategies, governance and legislative engagement.
Who Is Danny Olmes?
According to his LinkedIn profile, Olmes has been with Xcelerate Solutions since 2021. He initially joined the company as president and chief operating officer and was named CRO in 2024.
Before joining Xcelerate, Olmes founded Hellen Systems and served as its president for three years.
He worked at Harris Corp. for nearly eight years as a category manager for engineering and technical services and as a financial analyst.
Earlier in his career, he served as a research fellow at LMI, a senior consultant at Navigant and a consultant at PwC.
What Does Xcelerate Solutions Do?
Xcelerate Solutions is a defense and national security contractor that provides integrated platforms supporting mission-critical operations for federal customers.
The company supports the Department of War, the intelligence community, federal law enforcement and civilian agencies by providing enterprise vetting and analysis, aviation security, and digital and mission services.
In January 2025, Xcelerate’s subsidiary VMD received a five-year contract from TSA under the agency’s Screening Partnership Program to provide passenger and baggage screening support at Orlando Sanford International Airport in Florida.
Xcelerate has also expanded its portfolio through acquisitions. In September, the company acquired General Dynamics Information Technology’s background investigation assets to expand its vetting capabilities for national security customers.
