Craig Schlozman

Craig Schlozman is a seasoned professional in international business development and military affairs, currently serving as Senior Director for International Business Development in the Middle East and Africa at AeroVironment since February 2024. With extensive military experience, including a recent role as Transitioning Military Officer with the US Army, Schlozman previously held positions at Lockheed Martin and NATO, where responsibilities included formulating US plans and policies with NATO allies. Notably, Schlozman served as Director of Global Partnerships at NATO, overseeing US negotiations with international partners in proficient Arabic and French. Additional significant roles included Deputy Division Chief for the Middle East at the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Chief of Office of Defense Cooperation at the US Department of State in Lebanon, and as a Senior Middle East Analyst with the US Army. Schlozman holds a Master of Arts in National Security Policy Studies from Georgetown University and an Associate of Arts in Arabic Language and Literature from the Defense Language Institute.