Cincinnati-based Cryptic Vector has appointed John Fant, a business development and operations executive, as chief growth officer.
In a statement published June 9, Cryptic Vector CEO Sean Olding said Fant is a key addition to the company given his extensive experience in driving growth.
“With John on board, we are well-positioned to expand our impact and deepen our support for our national security partners across the country,” added Olding.
In this capacity, Fant will oversee the Enlightenment Capital-backed company’s business development and growth strategy. He will be responsible for identifying opportunities, driving revenue expansion and advancing market positioning across the defense, intelligence and federal sectors.
“I am honored to join Cryptic Vector at such a pivotal time in its growth,” said Fant. “The company’s commitment to mission impact, technical excellence, and customer partnership aligns with my passion for national security. I look forward to expanding our footprint across the defense and intelligence markets and driving meaningful growth that supports our nation’s most critical missions.”
Since 2018, Cryptic Vector has provided offensive cyber, electronic warfare and secure radio frequency communications platforms for the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. In August 2024, the company secured a strategic investment from Enlightenment Capital.
John Fant’s Career Background
Fant has over 25 years of business development, operations and executive leadership experience in the defense and intelligence sectors.
Prior to Cryptic Vector, he was senior vice president of business development at BlueHalo, where he led growth initiatives for the company’s intelligence sector.
He previously served as chief growth officer at Eqlipse Technologies.
The former U.S. Navy intelligence officer held executive roles at Lockheed Martin and Peraton, where he was responsible for business growth, technology development, investments and technical operations.
