Adam Vanek

Adam Vanek is an experienced legal and compliance professional currently serving as the Head of Legal & Compliance at Daniel Defense, LLC, starting in March 2025. Prior to this role, Vanek held various leadership positions, including Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Wounded Warrior Project and Executive Vice President Chapter Impact at Blue Star Families. Previously, Vanek was the National Chief Operating Officer at Stop Soldier Suicide, overseeing organizational operations and strategic planning. Vanek also served as the National Chief Executive Officer at Mothers Against Drunk Driving, where strategic leadership was provided alongside legal advisement. Additional experience includes roles as National General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at Susan G. Komen and MADD, and as a Senior Attorney in a private law firm. Educational credentials include a Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law and a B.B.A. in Marketing from Texas A&M University.