Integrated Data Services has appointed Sujey Edward, a technology industry leader, as chief strategy and innovation officer. As companies like IDS bring on board new leaders to drive strategy, technology and innovation, government and industry leaders continue to examine similar priorities at upcoming forums. Attend the 2026 Digital Transformation S...
Merlin, an aerospace and defense technology company, has appointed former PsiQuantum executive Mark Brunner as chief revenue officer. What Will Mark Brunner Oversee? The Boston-based company said Monday Brunner will spearhead the development and implementation of its global revenue strategy as it expands its autonomous flight pla...
AeroVironment has tapped Robert “Rob” Smith as executive vice president and chief operating officer. Smith’s appointment, which will become official April 13, underscores AV’s focus on scaling production and strengthening supply chain capabilities to meet growing demand, the global defense technology company said Thurs...
Lentech has appointed longtime executive Mike Majarov as chief innovation and information technology officer, signaling a push to scale its technology strategy as the company expands its footprint in cloud, cybersecurity and digital modernization. Majarov will oversee enterprise architecture, infrastructure and emerging technology development, inclu...
BigBear.ai has named Jo Ann Bjornson as chief human resources officer and Alex Thompson as chief corporate affairs officer. The new leadership appointments will support expansion and innovation, the McLean-based defense technology firm said Wednesday. Who Is Jo Ann Bjornson? Bjornson brings more than 25 years of human resources leader...
Amy Hogan has been elevated to chief information officer of Exostar. She becomes the firm’s first CIO in its 26-year history, the Herndon, Virginia-based company said Thursday. What Will Amy Hogan Oversee as CIO? Hogan’s promotion supports Exostar’s expansion under Arlington Capital Partners. She will lead enterprise IT, ...
Cybersecurity and compliance firm Summit 7 has added four executives — Kevin Boucher, Shane Shipley, Armando Ordonez and Amanda Patterson — to its leadership team to support growth initiatives. The leadership expansion at Summit 7 comes as the government contracting community continues to focus on cybersecurity and compliance priorities....
Sierra Space has appointed Jeff Schrader, former executive at Lockheed Martin, as chief strategy officer. The Louisville, Colorado-headquartered company said Monday that Schrader will spearhead initiatives, including corporate development and mergers and acquisitions, to support Sierra’s growth and expansion. “As we accelerate the busine...
Leidos has appointed Christopher Craige, a retired U.S. Air Force major general, as vice president and U.S. Air Force strategic account executive. The latest appointment at Leidos underscores the growing focus on strengthening Air Force partnerships and advancing air and space priorities across the defense sector. Attend the 2026 Air and Space Summi...
Palo Alto Networks has appointed Danielle Gonzalez as chief people officer. The company said Tuesday that Gonzalez will lead efforts to modernize its talent engine and foster a high-performance culture as it continues to expand its cybersecurity operations. “Nearly seven years ago, I joined Palo Alto Networks because of my deep belief in our m...
