Executive Moves

Andy McEnroe, a government investment banker and 2025 Wash100 Award winner, has assumed new responsibilities as managing director of Guggenheim Securities. He will advise companies within the defense, aerospace and government services markets, said the investment banking and capital markets division of Guggenheim Partners in a press release published Monday. Who is Andy McEnroe? McEnroe […] More

Tanya Bassett, formerly vice president of business development at Precise Systems, announced on LinkedIn Monday that she has joined DCS in the same role. As business development VP at DCS, she will manage a growing sales pipeline, facilitate the closure of new business opportunities and strengthen existing customer relationships. Additionally, she will drive multiple concurrent pursuits and identify […] More

Gary Christy has joined Leonardo DRS as vice president of advanced technologies. He announced his new role in a LinkedIn post Saturday.  Get to Know Gary Christy The executive brings to the role extensive experience managing aerospace and defense programs. He previously served as associate director of advanced technologies at Raytheon, where he collaborated with colleagues […] More

Retired U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Colin Kilrain has been appointed to the board of directors at Constellis, a risk management and mission support provider. Kilrain’s appointment follows the recent addition of Kurt Takahashi, CEO of Netwatch Group, to the company’s board of directors. Constellis CEO’s Remarks Terry Ryan, CEO of Constellis and a Wash100 winner, said in a […] More

Kevin Thompkins, an executive with leadership experience in the defense contracting sector, has joined Advanced IT Concepts as senior vice president of corporate strategy. In his new role, he will develop and implement strategies to capture new business opportunities, foster innovation and expand Advanced IT’s market position, the company said. Who is Kevin Thompkins? Thompkins joins […] More

Christopher George, former Rigil Corporation business development and capture lead, has been appointed as vice president of strategic growth at System High, a security engineering services firm under cyber technology company Ridgeline International. In his new role, George will support and implement System High’s business development programs and initiatives, the company said in announcing its […] More

Eric Hill will become Boeing‘s vice president of investor relations on May 5, transitioning from his role as VP and CFO of mobility, surveillance and bombers. He succeeds Matt Welch, who has been promoted to VP and CFO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and will lead investor relations to ensure clear and timely communication on Boeing’s market position […] More

Kurt Takahashi, CEO of Netwatch Group with 30 years of experience in high-tech hardware, software and security services, has joined the board of directors at Constellis, a risk management and mission support provider. Constellis CEO Terry Ryan, a Wash100 winner, said in a statement Wednesday, “Kurt’s ability to navigate complex industries, accelerate growth, and inspire high-performance teams makes […] More

Chad Williams will vacate his roles as chief executive officer and chairman at QTS Data Centers. QTS said Tuesday Williams’ decision will take effect on April 18. David Robey, chief operating officer, and Tag Greason, chief growth officer, will succeed Williams as co-CEOs. Williams’ Two-Decade QTS Career Williams has served as QTS CEO for over two decades. He […] More

Derek Green shared on LinkedIn Monday that he has been appointed vice president of execution excellence at SAIC. The executive will lead the development and implementation of the company’s enterprise transition framework, tools and templates for a seamless phase-in and phase-out process. Green is also tasked with creating a space for collaboration enabling various teams to work […] More

Spire Global has named Alison Engel, former chief financial officer of LeaseAccelerator, as its new CFO. In a statement Monday, Engel said, “Spire has established a proven infrastructure in a dynamic industry with immense opportunities for innovation and growth.” Engel added she looks forward to working with the Spire Global team “to drive the business forward, capitalizing […] More