Why the Best Talent is Overlooking Your Firm

As a defense hiring manager, you likely wonder why truly game-changing candidates aren’t actively knocking at your door. I’ve noticed many mid-market firms struggle to attract top engineering & leadership talent due to gaps in their hiring strategies. That’s why I created a simple 12-question quiz – to help you understand where your firm excels…

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Matt Jones, CEO of Sigma Defense Systems

Ever wondered how to craft a team of champions and a culture of mutual respect? Well wonder no more as we welcome Matt Jones, the trailblazing President and CEO of Sigma Defense, recently recognized as one of Washington’s top executives to watch in 2024. Key points throughout include:  Mission first, profit second: Building systems for…

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Big Salaries, Small Companies: The Pay Gap Plaguing Mid-Market A&D

“He’s making how much?!?”  I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that from exasperated hiring managers at mid-market aerospace and defense companies. The talent wars are real, and compensation is the biggest battle. The industry is booming, driving massive demand for engineering and tech talent. But for many growing A&D firms, attracting and…

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Freeing Your Talent

The FTC’s Game-Changing Move on Noncompetes copy: If you’ve been following the business buzz, you’ve heard about the FTC’s big move on noncompete agreements. Yep, those contracts that can feel like invisible shackles for your top talent. States like California and Washington, D.C., have been booting noncompetes, and others, like Colorado and Virginia, are scaling…

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David Yu, Chairman of AAVA Group

Prepare to dive deep into the realms of aviation finance and cross-border investments as David Yu joins Katherine this week. With his extensive expertise and global influence at the helm of Asia Aviation Valuation Advisors and China Aviation Valuation Advisors, David is set to enlighten us on the dynamic evolution of space financing, offering insider…

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