John Laviolette

John Laviolette is an experienced business professional with a focus on global business development and strategic advisory roles. Currently serving as VP of Global Business Development at Ghost Robotics from January 2024 to September 2024, John previously held significant positions including Strategic Advisor at FNV Consulting and Principal at Sitka Gear. John's career also includes roles as Program Manager for SOFSITKA Gear and various leadership positions at Arc'teryx Equipment, where John was Business Unit Director and Product Line Manager for LEAF. Earlier experience includes a notable tenure at the Dept. of National Defence - Canada as Warrant Officer in CANSOFCOM, spanning from April 1999 to June 2012.