Robert C Rice

Robert C. Rice is an experienced military and business professional currently serving as the Director of Business Development at Flyer Defense LLC since August 2023. Previously, Robert held significant roles at the U.S. Department of State, overseeing the Marine Corps Training Mission in the UAE, and served in the United States Marine Corps for over 30 years, achieving the rank of Colonel. Key accomplishments include leading security assistance teams, directing military operations across the U.S. Africa Command region, and mentoring senior officers. Robert's educational background includes a BA in Political Science from the University of Washington and multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science in Recreation, Sports, and Tourism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master's in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College.