Derrick Q. Barton

Derrick Q. Barton serves as the Vice President of Strategy and Government Relations at Aviation Training Consulting since September 2025, bringing extensive leadership experience in both the private and defense sectors. Previously, Barton held the position of Management Executive and Chief Growth Officer at Vertex Solutions, where responsibilities included managing significant government programs. With a solid background at Planned Systems International as Director of Air Force and SOF Programs, Barton was instrumental in developing a state-of-the-art Innovation facility. Barton's career spans various leadership roles within the United States Air Force, including command positions in special operations squadrons, demonstrating strong skills in negotiation, business strategy, and contract negotiation. Educational accomplishments include a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Arizona State University, a Master's in Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and advanced military leadership training from the USAF Air War College.