Mr. Horner has more than 30 years of experience in aerospace and defense. He is responsible for determining the strategic direction and leading the execution of IPS’s key profitable growth initiatives as well as full P&L and balance sheet accountability. Previous experience includes the CEO of Applied Composites, which supplies mission-critical components and assemblies for hundreds of aerospace and defense platforms. Prior to his role at Applied Composites, David led the Polymers and Composites division of Meggitt PLC, with oversight over 12 facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Mrs. Perrotta Steinke is a distinguished global HR leader with more than 20 years of experience in the retail, media/entertainment, and aerospace/manufacturing industries. As an accomplished Chief of Staff and Head of Human Resources, she has provided unwavering support to Executive Leadership Teams, propelling organizations to new heights of industry recognition. DeAnna’s innate talent lies in her skillful cultivation of robust partnerships at every level, from executive leadership teams to esteemed Board of Directors. Renowned for her action-oriented approach, DeAnna’s business acumen shines through in her innovative program designs, strategic talent initiatives, and solution-driven implementations that fuel sustainable profit growth.

Mrs. Siegal has over 30 years of experience in financial management, mergers and acquisitions, and divestitures for public, private and private-equity companies. She leads our financial operations and performance, with a focus on the company’s capital structure, financial planning and analysis, risk management and treasury. Her previous experience includes CFO and Partner for Acorn Growth Companies, a private equity firm, CFO for NEOTech, and Principal Accounting Officer, Vice President and Corporate Controller for Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. She is a Certified Public Accountant.

Mr. Ostergaard has more than 30 years of extensive and global experience in Aerospace, Defense and Space markets leading strategic growth initiatives, both organically and through acquisition. At IPS, he is responsible for the further development of market opportunities and continued strategic growth. Previously, he served in strategic leadership roles at Avantus Aerospace, FMH Aerospace, Eaton Aerospace, GKN Aerospace and Lucas Aerospace.

Mr. Nilkanth has over 30 years of industry experience, including general and executive management, global sales and engineering management, mergers & acquisitions, marketing/branding, ERP selection process, and business process reengineering. He is responsible for IPS’s sales strategy and business development.

Mr. Beare has more than 30 years of experience in business and financial management for public and private-equity-held companies. He has held roles in the UK and the US where he was previously CFO of IPS charged with the sale of IPS and the subsequent acquisition of Icon Aerospace Technology. Mr. Beare returned to the UK in 2020 to become the VP and Managing Director of the UK-based operations of IPS, namely NES and Icon Aerospace Technology. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PwC and held a number of board positions at AMG Superalloys before joining IPS in 2014.

Mr. Enjem’s 20-year career has been dedicated to operational excellence and continuous improvement in the aerospace, automotive, and food and beverage industries. He is passionate about working with people, building relationships, and achieving results.(Former CI leader for Applied)

Mr. Porras brings over two decades of diverse experience in the A&D Space industry. His expertise spans Operational Excellence, Business Development, Engineering, Quality Systems, and Supply Chain. With over two years of experience in smart logistics and massive land and air distribution with Amazon, Cesar previously oversaw SoCal Fulfillment and Air Hub, managing a team of 3800 employees. Prior to Amazon, he held leadership positions with A&D Space tiers, including serving as President of Lamsco West Inc. and Bolsan Inc., Executive Director at ITT Aerospace Controls, and Director of Operations at Crane Co., and a 13-year career with Parker Hannifin Corporation, progressing through technical and leadership roles.

Mr. Sundsmo has over 18 years of experience in the RF absorption, EMI shielding, and stealth technologies sector. Co-founding MAST Technologies and serving as its President since its inception, he orchestrates global strategies and oversees seamless operations across all business segments, propelling MAST to unprecedented growth and profitability. Prior to co-founding MAST, Andrew held positions of applications engineer, global product manager for microwave absorbers, and strategic account program manager over an 8-year career at Laird Technologies.

Mr. Roudebush has over 35 years of experience, starting with his tenure at Boeing Wichita from 1985 to 1993. Since then, he has transitioned into the role of General Manager at AkroFire, where he leverages his expertise in fire and thermal management across various projects. Throughout his career, Tom has consistently demonstrated dedication and leadership in the aerospace industry, making significant contributions to the field over several decades.

Mr. Morrisette has over 24 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with a diverse background spanning various operational roles. With over 15 years in Operations Management and extensive expertise in Lean manufacturing, including leading over 40 Kaizen Events, he has proven himself as a seasoned leader in the industry. His career journey includes significant roles at Titeflex Corporation as an Aerospace Welder, Wood Group Power Technology Center/Ethos Energy where he progressed from Welder to Production Manager, and Cadence Aerospace where he served as Lean/Safety Leader and JSF Product Manager. Additionally, he held positions at WFI, Inc as Operation Manager, Serco as Plant Manager and Program Manager, and is currently the General Manager at SWIFT Textile Metalizing. Throughout his career, Mr. Morrisette has demonstrated his commitment to excellence, driving operational efficiency, and delivering results across multiple organizations in the aerospace manufacturing sector.