Wade Tolliver

Wade Tolliver has a diverse work experience in the defense and aviation industry. Wade started their career in the US Air Force in 2006, where they served as the Commander of the 27th Fighter Squadron, responsible for leading the operational fielding of the F-22 squadron. Wade then held various positions in the US Air Force, including Vice Wing Commander of the 1st Fighter Wing and NORAD Vice Director of Operations. In 2009, Tolliver transitioned to Southwest Airlines as a Pilot, responsible for operating the Boeing 737 aircraft for commercial travel. In 2016, they joined Lockheed Martin as a Business Development Principal Analyst, before moving to Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in 2022 as the Director of Business Development for Mission Systems. Tolliver's achievements include contributing to joint and multi-national strategy development, overseeing missile warning and air defense systems, and successfully leading the operational fielding of advanced fighter technology.

Wade Tolliver's education history includes a Master's Degree in National Security and Military Strategy from the National War College in 2008-2009, a Senior Executive Fellowship Program at Harvard Kennedy School in 2009, an Executive Leadership Seminar at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in 2012, a Master's Degree in Military Operational Art and Science from the Air Command and Staff College in 2001-2002, a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the University of Florida in 1986-1989, and an Associate's Degree in General Studies from Valencia College in 1984-1986.