Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee guides the program’s direction, ensuring it reflects the most urgent priorities across DOE/NNSA, DoD, the national laboratories, M&O sites, and industry. Composed of senior leaders and subject-matter experts, the Committee curates timely topics, recommends speakers, and helps maintain a balanced, nonpartisan agenda grounded in mission needs and practical implementation.

Meet the members below and see how their expertise helps ensure the Summit delivers meaningful, mission-focused value for the entire deterrence community.

  • Phil Calbos

    Member, TechSource Technical Advisory Board
  • Chris Kirchoff

    Chief Growth Officer
  • Eric Knox

    Vice President, Strategic Development, Energy & Environment
  • Kim Lebak

    Vice President of DOE Business Development
  • Ralph Patelli

    Director, Strategy & Business Operations
  • Sara Schmieg

    Director for Mission Solutions
  • Martin Schneider

    President
  • Tony Wampler

    Senior Business Development Director
  • Tifany Wyatt

    Vice President

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Vice President

Sandra McQuain
Vice President
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