Christian Hedge

Christian Hedge currently serves as a Proposal Manager at Shield AI, directing proposal efforts for international opportunities and developing strategies for high-quality submissions. Concurrently, as an Officer in the United States Army Reserve, responsibilities include organizing training and evaluations for a team of over 30 individuals. Previous experience includes serving as a Simultaneous Member Cadet in the Maryland Army National Guard, where Christian led a 40-person platoon and conducted tactical training. Experience also includes a Congressional Affairs Fellow role with the National Nuclear Security Administration, focusing on strategic communications and budget development, as well as a Government Affairs Defense Consultant position at Product Knowledge LLC, emphasizing defense acquisition and technology integration. Christian began a career in defense and policy as a Defense Legislative & Policy Analyst at The Potomac Advocates. Educational credentials include a Master’s degree in Security Policy Studies from The George Washington University and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and National Security Studies from Mississippi State University.