International business and consulting CEO with international business, government affairs, international relations, and security force assistance experience, previously responsible for American Airlines' state and local government affairs in AZ, TX, NM, NV, UT, KS, CO, WY, and ID. Prior experience includes government affairs in CA, HI, AK, OR, and WA. Current member of the Naval Academy Board of Visitors, the Arizona Mexico Commission, McCain Institute Board, and Greater Phoenix Leadership. Proven leadership skills combined with exceptional abilities in building coalitions, troubleshooting legislative and diplomatic issues, and interfacing with state, local, national, and international stakeholders. Produced legislative and business outcomes at the local, state, and national levels. 2024 Phoenix Business Journal 40 under 40. Dari/Farsi speaker, former AfPak Hand, Afghan regional expert, Air Advisor, and helicopter pilot. CFI/ATP. Afghanistan veteran.