Leadership

Michael’s journey began with a farming operation in middle school, which he grew before transitioning to agri-business and real estate investment. In 1990, he co-founded De-Ice Systems International and joined K&K Aircraft, a family business that later became the foundation for Dynamic Aviation.

As a pilot, Michael earned multiple ratings and established nine operational bases across the U.S., Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. In 1997, he co-founded Dynamic Aviation, where he has driven remarkable growth, expanding operations to 140+ aircraft across 25 locations.

Tim brings more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning entrepreneurship, Fortune 100 operations, and industrial technology transformation. Before joining Dynamic, he served as Vice President of Autonomy & Automation at Caterpillar Inc., where he led global teams deploying robotic, sensor, and AI-driven systems that advanced safety and productivity across mining and construction industries. Earlier in his career, Tim founded and later sold CoreMedia Training Solutions to Caterpillar, successfully integrating the firm and preserving its innovation culture within a Fortune 50 environment.

Mr. Lorson began his career with Dynamic Aviation in 1999 as a pilot supporting contracts in the Los Angeles Basin, Panama, and Mexico.

An accomplished pilot, Mr. Lorson holds an Airline Transport Pilot certificate including type ratings in the CE-500, DHC-8, and DC-3 aircraft. He also holds a flight instructor certificate for AMEL, ASEL, instrument, ground, and NVG, as well as an Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate.

As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Robert streamlines processes and drives efficiency. His certifications as a PMP and PMI-RMP demonstrate his commitment to maintaining high project management standards. Additionally, he is certified in ITIL v.3 SOA, enabling effective alignment of IT services with business objectives.

Education has been pivotal in Robert’s professional development. With an MBA in Technology Management, he possesses a strong foundation in business strategy and technology integration. His Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering Technology equips him to address complex technical challenges.

A graduate of Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Mr. Cessna began his aviation career with Dynamic Aviation in 2005 as an Avionics Technician and was quickly promoted to an Avionics Team Leader position, and then to Avionics Department Manager prior to moving into the Director of Maintenance role and assuming the Accountable Manager role for Dynamic Aviation’s 145 Repair Station in 2013. In 2016, Cessna was promoted to his current role.

Andy began his aviation career after graduating from LeTourneau University with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science, along with Commercial Pilot and A&P Mechanic certificates. He also has training in Project Management Professional techniques and has training in performing DCMA Contractor Requesting Official (CRO) duties.

He brings more than 35 years of leadership experience in aviation safety, military and commercial aviation, law enforcement, accident investigation, and organizational risk management. Prior to joining Dynamic Aviation, Tim served as Director of the Aviation Policy Division for the U.S. General Services Administration, where he led government-wide aviation safety initiatives and assessments and helped develop aviation policy and safety standards in collaboration with the FAA, NTSB, OMB, and other federal agencies.

Tim served 30 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve, including combat medevac deployments in Iraq, and held roles as an Aviation Safety Officer and medevac pilot. He also flew commercial medevac and law enforcement missions for the Maryland State Police Aviation Command. Tim holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Helicopter Rating, is type-rated in the S-70 and AW139, and has experience in the UH-1, UH-60, and LUH-72.

Molly Mae brings more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning government service, aerospace engineering, advanced technology development, and commercial execution. She began her career with NASA’s astrobiology research team, supporting Mars Rover missions, and later served in the United States Air Force as a flight test engineer and USSOCOM acquisition specialist. Prior to joining Dynamic Aviation, she held senior executive roles across Fortune 100 technology companies and venture-backed startups, most recently serving as Vice President of Cloud Security and Compliance at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, where she led globally deployed technology platforms with a strong emphasis on security, operational rigor, and compliance.

At Dynamic Aviation, Molly Mae is focused on strengthening alignment between engineering, programs, and operations; advancing integrated solutions that combine aviation platforms, advanced sensing, and secure data systems; and ensuring responsible data stewardship to enable reliable decision-making and program delivery.

Before joining Dynamic Aviation, Kelly held senior leadership roles at GE Healthcare and managed a $150 million U.S. Navy communications program at L3 Technologies. He is known for building trusted customer relationships, leading multidisciplinary teams, and translating complex mission requirements into sustainable growth opportunities.

Garima brings nearly two decades of experience spanning law, government, finance, and international organizations. Before joining Dynamic, she held in-house legal roles at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Waste Management, where she negotiated complex commercial transactions and advised business leaders on legal and regulatory risk. Earlier in her career, she served with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and as a Deputy Attorney General for the State of New Jersey. She also worked with the International Union for Conservation of Nature and began her career in financial compliance.

Brad is a recognized leader in the Special Operations and National Intelligence communities. General Heithold has 40+ years of leadership experience that spans the globe. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force after graduation from High School in 1974 and was commissioned in 1981 as a distinguished graduate of the Officer Training program at the University of Arkansas. He has commanded at the Squadron, Group, Wing, Agency, and MAJCOM levels, including serving as the Commander of the 451st Air Expeditionary Group at Kandahar Air Base, Afghanistan and as the Commander, Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency. He has also served as the Vice Commander, United States Special Operations Command and as the Commander of Air Force Special Operations Command.

Ray is the founder and senior partner of Venturi Solutions LLC, a firm that delivers winning solutions in the aerospace, defense, intelligence, and IT sectors. A former US Army 3-star general, Ray served 34 years in uniform leading conventional and special operations forces during peacetime and in combat. He completed his military career as the Director for Defense Intelligence where he simultaneously led the Pentagon’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Task Force, an organization that delivered critical aerospace and terrestrial sensor platforms, IT, and intelligence analysis to warfighters around the globe.

He currently serves as director on the boards of Seerist Federal, Inc., ELTA North America Inc., W.S. Darley & Company, Inc., Systematic Inc., and Toppan Photomasks Round Rock, Inc. He is a senior advisor to McKinsey’s Aerospace and Defense practice and advises a range of leading defense companies whose products and services contribute to US national security and the well-being of men and women in uniform.

He spent the last two years of his career performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary of Defense, Acquisition and the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Acquisition. Chris was also the Executive Director of the Joint Rapid Acquisition Cell, providing solutions for hundreds of Joint Urgent Operation Needs and providing capabilities to our allies and partners. Chris spent the early parts of his career leading the Joint Explosive Ordnance Disposal Research and Development Department and designing rocket motors and explosives.