Ram Riojas, Retired Colonel & CEO of Delta Defense Group

Why is this very moment in history being called the “gold rush of our time”? Retired Colonel Ram Riojas joins Katherine to tell us all. With 26 years of distinguished military service, Ram has been a trailblazer in the evolution of air, space, cyber and special ops as a founding member of the US Space Force and US Space Command, essentially helping shape the Space Force before it even existed. Ram has led budgets of up to 64 billion in space and cyber programs, shaping the future of national defense. Ram also walked the entrepreneurial path, founding Delta Defense and scaling it from zero to 200 team members in just two and a half years.

Buckle up to discover why space innovation is no longer just for governments, why now is the perfect time to capitalize on the booming new space economy, how patience and cultural sensitivity play key roles in building trusting relationships, and some Chicago politics, too! Key points throughout include:

Modernizing Defense: Space & Cyber Tech in Weapon Systems
How the Commercial Sector Is Driving Space Innovation & Technology
The Evolution of Defense Advisory Models
The New Space Economy: What Does It Really Mean?
How SpaceX & Starlink AreTransforming Global Connectivity
What’s the Next Big Opportunity in the New Space Economy?
The Secret To Building A Unified Strategy Across Air, Space, Cyber & Special Ops
How Veterans Can Enhance Your Business With Global Experience & Insight
The Key To Becoming A Master In Your Domain
Ram Reveals The Most Critical Human Element in National Defense
Building Trust in Business: Why Solving Problems Comes First!

“Everything terrestrially that we use is actually depending on space. Look at SpaceX with Starlink, it’s one of the largest companies in the world. Now, that opens up other portals, if you will, for other businesses and capabilities.” – Ram Riojas.

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Get connected with Ram Riojas:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ram-riojas-855318227

Get connected with your host, Katherine Jerald:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherinejerald