MVA Expands Advisory Board with Lockheed Martin Ventures and Meritech Leaders

MVA Expands Its Advisory Board with Key Industry Leaders

MilVet Angels (MVA), a community dedicated to supporting the next generation of technology companies through the involvement of public service alumni, has welcomed two prominent figures to its Advisory Board. Chris Moran, the Executive Director from Lockheed Martin Ventures, and Paul Madera, co-founder of Meritech Capital Partners, join existing members to enhance MVA's mission of advancing innovation critical to national security and technology.

MVA has been a cornerstone in bridging the gap between military veterans and tech innovators. With the addition of Moran and Madera, this goal is now further realized through a leadership ensemble that embodies expertise from multiple sectors, including advanced technology, finance, and national security.

Profiles of the New Advisory Members

Chris Moran

Chris Moran leads Lockheed Martin Ventures, notable for its global ventures that focus on strategic investments in aerospace and defense. Moran brings decades of experience in venture capital and technology innovation from his previous role at Applied Materials, where he spearheaded strategic investments in cutting-edge technologies. He views technology as an essential tool for national prosperity and believes in MVA's mission of utilizing innovation for the greater good. Moran emphasizes, “America’s strength has always come from our ability to innovate—to apply technology in service of something greater.” His perspective aligns perfectly with MVA’s vision to unify public servants and technologists.

Paul Madera

Paul Madera co-founded Meritech Capital Partners, a venture capital firm that has notably supported numerous successful technology firms such as Facebook and Salesforce. Madera’s unique background as a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and a former pilot lends invaluable insights to MVA’s intention of marrying technology advancements with military experience. He comments on the importance of MVA, stating, “MVA represents a powerful bridge between service and innovation. Those who have served understand what’s at stake for our nation’s future.” His views resonate with MVA’s goal of connecting communities focused on meeting today’s challenges with forward-thinking technologies.

A Strong Advisory Board

Moran and Madera join an esteemed group that includes figures such as Sue Gordon, a former Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence; Hondo Geurts, former Assistant Secretary of the Navy; and Bill Crowell, former Deputy Director of the National Security Agency. Their collective experience spans across a wide array of sectors critical to national security, making MVA's Advisory Board a formidable force in the intersection of military and technological advancements.

Ernestine Fu Mak, Co-Founder of MVA, expressed pride in the new additions, emphasizing the importance of a coalition of veterans, civil servants, and visionary technologists who comprehend both emerging technologies’ potential and the future needs for national security. “Paul Madera and Chris Moran are trusted and thoughtful advisors in this mission. Their leadership and values embody the spirit of MVA and the future we are building together,” she noted.

About MVA

MilVet Angels fosters a collaborative environment for military veteran families and public service leaders to support the next generation of technology companies that prioritize innovation with a global impact. Their website, www.mvafoundation.org, offers further insights into their initiatives and goals, aiming to continuously strengthen democracy by bringing together diverse expertise and purpose-driven innovation.

This new chapter in MVA's journey, marked by the inclusion of Chris Moran and Paul Madera, showcases a commitment to not only technology advancement but also to safeguarding national security through experienced guidance and visionary leadership.