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Episode 48 with Jack Ryan
Jack Ryan is a Business Development Director for FN America's Military Programs Team, focused on their infantry weapons and land systems portfolio. This includes current programs of record (small arms) and developmental weapons platforms for the U.S. military.
Before working for FN America, Jack served in various business development roles within the Aerospace and Defense industries. Jack has previously worked with Syncroness, an engineering design firm focused on developing Aerospace products, and Textron Aviation, supporting their commercial sales team (domestic Citation, King Air, and Citation sales).
Before entering the industry, Jack was an active-duty Infantry Officer and served as a rifle platoon leader in Afghanistan and as a company XO at Ft. Bliss, TX. Jack is continuing his military career as a Reservist and has had two company commands and various operations roles during his time in the Army Reserves.
Jack graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the Smeal College of Business (Penn State University) and held an active private pilot's license (SEL) with an instrument rating.
Jack resides in Northern Virginia with his wife and four children. He enjoys cycling, backcountry skiing, and hiking during his off time.
Episode 46 Ten (10) Ways Leaders Win at Shaping Leaders with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 46 Ten (10) Ways Leaders Win at Shaping Leaders
Episode 42 Shaping Leader: 7 Ways Leaders Can Lose with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 42 Shaping Leader: 7 Ways Leaders Can Lose with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 38 Succeed Together: 8 Ways Leaders Win with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 38 Succeed Together: 8 Ways Leaders Win with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 34 Succeed Together: 7 Ways Leaders Can Lose with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 34 Succeed Together: 7 Ways Leaders Can Lose with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 30 Strengthening Relationships: 7 Ways Leaders Can Win with Joshua K. McMillion
Episode 30 Strengthening Relationships: 7 Ways Leaders Can Win with Joshua McMillion
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