Bill Peterson is a distinguished innovator and visionary in the aerospace, maritime, and defense industries. With over two decades of experience, he has successfully developed and executed corporate strategies to drive growth for businesses of all sizes. Bill is renowned for his groundbreaking work in creating unmanned wing-in-ground effect transportation craft that will bring aviation speeds to the maritime sector.Throughout his career, Bill has played a pivotal role in all aspects of aircraft development, from engineering to certification. He has also been instrumental in building supply chains and advancing technology systems for leading global aerospace and defense corporations. His expertise and leadership have led to securing over $200 million in commercial customer commitments for Flying Ships and military SBIRs, as well as the construction of multiple prototypes.In addition to his technical accomplishments, Bill has excelled in various areas such as engineering, international business development, government relations, marketing, and economic development. He has collaborated with industry giants like Boeing, Bombardier Aviation, Embraer, Raytheon Technologies, GE Aerospace, and Spirit AeroSystems to evaluate and select aircraft and space technology suppliers for multiple platforms. Bill's efforts have resulted in capturing more than $700 million in contracts for aerospace companies, solidifying his reputation as a respected and accomplished leader in the field.