Jon W. Bayless

Rear Admiral Jon W. Bayless, Jr., United States Navy (Ret), is a consultant to the Aerospace and Defense Industry, having previously led business development efforts across those sectors. During his Naval career, he held six different commands, including: Commander, Navy Region Midwest, Commander, Harbor Defense Forces Western Pacific, and Commanding Officer, Patrol Squadron Sixty-Six. He also led organizations and activities ranging from 200 to 20,000 personnel in the areas of senior operations and program management. In 2009, he retired from active duty in his last assignment at the Pentagon as the Deputy Chief, Navy Reserve (OPNAV 095B). He has since served in a Board capacity for several organizations.