Mission Critical: Defense Recruiting
Get ready to breach the boundaries of traditional recruitment with "Mission Critical: Defense Recruiting"! Hosted by Katherine Jerald of Elray Search, this edgy podcast is your go-to source for decoding the secrets behind building killer teams in the defense industry. Each adrenaline-fueled 30-minute episode takes you behind the scenes, exploring unconventional recruitment tactics, war stories, and insights from industry rebels who are redefining the game. We're not here to play it safe; we're here to kick down doors and unleash the beast in defense recruiting. Subscribe now and gear up for a January 2024 launch—because it's time to flip the script on what's truly mission-critical. Stay on the edge, stay fierce, and join us on this unfiltered journey!
Episodes
04At just nineteen, Onkar Singh Batra is redefining what it means to lead in aerospace.
As founder and CEO of Apolink, a YC-backed startup building a 24/7 Internet for satellites, he's tackling one of space's most complex challenges; eliminating communication dead zones in low Earth orbit.
Katherine welcomes Jim Rimay, President of MilDef US, a systems integrator and full-spectrum provider specializing in rugged IT for the most demanding military and government environments.
With Swedish roots and a growing U.S. presence, Mil...
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In a time when AI-generated noise clutters every feed, Jon Ostrower is doing the opposite; Building a trusted, slow growth media brand rooted in depth, clarity, and real human connection.
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What makes a space company win? According to Debra Facktor, it's not just engineering — it's the people.
As Head of U.S. Space Systems at Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc., Debra has led the organization through one of its boldest pivots to...
What's the secret behind one of the fastest-scaling satellite companies in Europe? According to Tina Ghataore, it's not just tech — it's talent, vertical integration, and the courage to challenge industry narratives.
In this episode, Tina G...
What happens when innovation, mission-critical needs, and geopolitical shifts come together in one game-changing deal? In this episode, we talk to Per Norén, CEO of Ovzon AB, a Swedish satellite communications company that's leading the way in secure, mobile connectivity solutions.
Per shares insights on Ovzon's...
"Compliance is a revenue driver, because you're going to attract more customers that want your business when your shop looks pristine." – Shawn Cheadle
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"What this industry didn't need was another aerospace executive. It needed someone willing to ask why we do things the way we do" – Peter Krauss
"the reality is people, through their careers, have been held back because of taking risk and failing" – Mitch Stevison
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"The last two to three years have brought more change to the satellite industry than the previous two decades combined." – Tim W...
Ready for a masterclass in team building?
Trailblazer Chandra Marshall from Lockheed Martin shares her j...
Why is this very moment in history being called the "gold rush of our time"? Retired Colonel Ram Riojas joins Katherine to tell us all. With 26 years of distinguished military service, Ram has been a trailblazer in the evolution of air, space, cyber and Special Ops, as a founding member of the US Space Force and US Space Command,...
Tim Solms, CEO of Slingshot Aerospace and former Apache pilot, is here to share his extraordinary journey from the cockpit to the cutting edge of space technology. Discover how space's vital role in our daily lives, from communications to finance, also makes us vulnerable to global threats.
What does it take to lead a company at the forefront of hypersonic technology? You're about to find out! Dan Jablonsky, CEO of Urs...
What happens when space science patterns unlock the future of expertise. This week, Dr Layla Martin, a Harvard, Yale, and MIT alum, and the creator of the groundbreaking Orbit methodology, joins us to discuss how to turn your expert knowledge into income in today's AI-driven economy. As a space theorist and pattern recognition...
Imagine skyrocketing a company from $800 million to a multi-billion dollar entity—how is it done?
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What does it take to climb from an entry-level position to the executive suite in aerospace? Join us as Nikki Malcolm, CEO and Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance (PNAA), shares her incredible journey from an 18-year-old filing assistant to leading one of North America's largest commercial aerospace manufacturing clusters. Nikki's story is a testament to the power of curiosity, relati...
Buckle up for an inspiring episode with Heather Bulk, the powerhouse CEO and co-founder of Special Aerospace Services. Over the pa...
What happens when calculated risks pay off? You're about to find out! This week, we welcome 'satellite queen', Suzi McBride, a true powerhouse and leading figure in the industry. As the COO and board member at Iridium, Suzi brings a wealth of technical expertise, having started her career building satellites at Motorola and making significant waves ever since. Join us as Suzi discusses her transition from manag...
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