Stephen Iacovelli, Brigadier General (Ret) Msis, Mss Email & Phone Number

Led the execution and delivery of key software engineering initiatives, managing cross-functional teams to ensure the successful development of client-focused solutions. Oversaw project lifecycles from inception to completion, aligning technical efforts with client requirements and business objectives. Drove collaboration between engineering, design, and client teams to meet deadlines, optimize resources, and exceed client expectations. Consistently delivered high-quality solutions that enhanced client satisfaction and supported long-term business growth.

Understudy to the President, preparing for succession and assisting with organizational operations. This role includes performing the President’s duties in their absence, serving as an ex-officio member of all committees, and managing the Board Operations Manual, among other responsibilities.

An officer and member of the executive team, responsible for accurately documenting meetings, scheduling and collecting RSVPs, maintaining membership lists, and managing organizational records. Serves as an ex-officio member of the Membership Committee, and acts as the registered agent for NCER with the NC Secretary of State.

Leveraged my extensive military and IT background to support the growth and development of the defense industry in the state. This intersection allowed me to utilize my strategic leadership experience to benefit the many people and projects that fuel North Carolina’s growth and innovations.

Ft. Lee, Va

Commanded the Army’s largest training division. Drove strategic success and operational readiness by leading initiatives that promoted collaboration across all levels of the organization. Aligned teams with overarching strategic goals and executed strategies that directly enhanced operational readiness, improving performance metrics across the division. Fostered a culture of unity and clear communication, ensuring all stakeholders worked toward common objectives.

Ft. Lee, Va

Provided strategic leadership and oversight for key logistical and operational support functions within the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM). Collaborated with senior military and civilian leaders to shape policy, enhance training programs, and optimize resource management across the Army Reserve and Active components. Led initiatives to improve operational readiness, supply chain efficiency, and sustainment capabilities across diverse environments and missions. Played a pivotal role in aligning support functions with larger organizational objectives, ensuring both tactical and strategic goals were met.

Directed intelligence operations and provided critical insights to support the 416th Theater Engineer Command’s strategic and operational objectives. Led intelligence teams in gathering, analyzing, and disseminating actionable intelligence, ensuring informed decision-making at all levels of command. Oversaw the development and execution of intelligence plans and strategies, enhancing situational awareness and operational readiness. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and external agencies to ensure seamless integration of intelligence with engineering and operational missions, supporting both domestic and international operations.

Spearheaded the Identification, Definition, and Prioritization of Products and Features in collaboration with multifaceted teams, orchestrating a cohesive approach to product development that aligned seamlessly with market demands, customer needs, and organizational objectives.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Served in various roles including Project Leader, Technical Architect, and Senior Developer.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Designed and implemented a corporate business-to-business (B2B) solution for processing EDI transactions for TruServ Corporation.

Independent contractor serving in a variety of roles including Project Leader, Technical Architect, and Senior Network Architect.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Directed, and hands-on interaction of, all aspects of software engineering.

Master Of Science (With Honors), Information Systems

Activities and Societies: Delta Mu Delta international honor society in business

Master Of Strategic Studies (Distinguished Graduate), Military Strategic Studies, General

Activities and Societies: Distinguished Graduate

Bachelor Of General Studies (With Honors), Computer Science

Activities and Societies: Delta Mu Delta international honor society in business

National Security Fellow, National Security Policy Studies

Joint And Combined Warfighting School - Hybrid