Paul Stader is an experienced naval officer and defense leader currently serving as the Director of Battle Management Initiatives at IERUS Technologies Inc since March 2019. Stader's military career includes significant roles in the US Navy, such as OPNAV N51, Chief of Staff for the Military Sealift Command, and Chief of Staff for the Seventh Fleet, along with commanding positions on various vessels, including the USS HUE CITY and USS ROSS. With expertise in operations and strategic planning, Stader has led high-value naval operations and teams, demonstrating a commitment to operational excellence and readiness. Education includes a Master of Science in C4I from the Naval Postgraduate School and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the United States Naval Academy.