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Chad E. Coben appointed to Constellis Board of Directors

Mr. Coben has dedicated his career to partnering with management teams, investors, and boards to lead operational turnarounds, improve financial performance, and manage high-impact M&A and restructuring initiatives. His experience spans industries such as telecom, technology infrastructure, consumer products, and energy, and includes executive and interim leadership positions in both public and private equity-backed organizations.

“Chad’s leadership experience and business operations insights will bring a valuable perspective to our Board as we pursue new technology-focused opportunities for growth and focus on program performance,” said Terry Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Constellis. “His appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to partner with proven professionals to accelerate the delivery of mission-critical services to clients around the world.”

Constellis Awarded $95M Federal Protective Services Contract at FDA Headquarters

Vice Admiral Colin J. Kilrain Joins Constellis Board of Directors

HERNDON, Va., March 28, 2025 – Constellis, a leading provider of risk management and mission support services, announced today that Vice Admiral Colin J. Kilrain, USN (Ret.), has joined its Board of Directors. A decorated military leader with nearly four decades of service in the U.S. Navy, Kilrain brings significant expertise in national security, special operations, and global strategic affairs.

Kilrain most recently served as Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 2021 to 2023, advising on high-level defense strategies and interagency coordination. Prior to that, he was the Associate Director for Military Affairs at the Central Intelligence Agency, where he played a pivotal role in shaping U.S. national security policy. Throughout his career, he commanded NATO Special Operations Headquarters, Special Operations Command Pacific, and Naval Special Warfare Group Two, overseeing complex operations across multiple continents.

“Colin’s exceptional leadership and operational experience make him an invaluable addition to our Board of Directors,” said Terry Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Constellis. “His expertise in counterterrorism, intelligence, and global security will greatly enhance Constellis’ ability to support our clients in the most demanding environments.”

Kilrain’s appointment reinforces Constellis’ commitment to leveraging world-class leadership as it continues to deliver innovative security solutions to government, military, and commercial clients worldwide. In his new role, he will provide strategic guidance to further the company’s mission of ensuring safety and stability in complex global operations.

Kurt Takahashi Joins Constellis Board of Directors

Currently serving as Group CEO of Netwatch Group, Takahashi has redefined global proactive monitoring by integrating international operations, enhancing customer engagement, and strengthening market positioning. Previously, as CEO of Pelco, he orchestrated a complete corporate carve-out and led the company’s successful acquisition by Motorola Solutions. His leadership track record also includes senior roles at AMAG Technology, Quantum Secure, and Tyco Integrated Security, where he spearheaded transformative initiatives and scaled businesses with remarkable success.

“Kurt’s ability to navigate complex industries, accelerate growth, and inspire high-performance teams makes him a great addition to our Board,” said Terry Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Constellis. “His expertise and experience in security-related technologies will be instrumental as we advance our innovative technology offerings to address critical customer security needs.”

Constellis earned Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 2

HERNDON, Va., March 13, 2025 – The Cyber AB has officially certified Constellis with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2. CMMC is a critical framework established by the Department of Defense to ensure companies that store and distribute Controlled Unclassified Information and Federal Contract Information meet rigorous cybersecurity standards. This achievement reinforces Constellis’ commitment to protecting sensitive information and upholding the highest levels of security and compliance while supporting the U.S. government and defense industry.

“This CMMC reinforces our commitment to strong security practices and strengthens the trust our customers and partners expect from us,” said Terry Ryan, Chief Executive Officer. “A special thank you to Thanh Thai, Brian Dzik, and the entire Constellis IT team for leading us through the rigorous certification process and ensuring our compliance at the highest level.”

Earning this certification involved a comprehensive evaluation of Constellis’ cybersecurity policies, procedures, and technical safeguards. With this approval, Constellis remains well-positioned to continue supporting DOD contracts while proactively strengthening its security posture against evolving cyber threats.

Constellis Training Center to host second Drone Rodeo on June 3, 2025

MOYOCK, N.C., March 11, 2025 – Drone Rodeo 2025, Constellis’ second Unmanned Systems Industry Day, will take place on June 3, 2025, in Moyock, NC. This public event will feature live demonstrations of the latest unmanned aerial, ground, and underwater systems, as well as cutting-edge technologies such as Counter-UAS (C-UAS), ATAK integration, LIDAR, remote sensors, communications solutions, and Constellis’ Layered Extended Security Operations (LEXSO) platform. Attendees will see firsthand how these innovations are shaping the future as leading manufacturers and tech companies showcase their newest advancements. Drone Rodeo 2025 also provides a unique opportunity to network with industry experts in national security, law enforcement, defense, and logistics. The event will bring together operators and thought leaders to explore the latest developments and discuss how these technologies are transforming security and defense operations.

The event will take place at the Constellis Training Center (CTC), a 3,600-acre, state-of-the-art proving ground featuring a 2,600-foot runway, airfield, multi-use shooting ranges, driving track, and advanced training capabilities. “We’re thrilled to build on the success of Drone Rodeo 2024 and continue bringing together industry leaders, government agencies, and security professionals,” said Andrew Hartsog, Constellis EVP for Mission Support Services. “Drone Rodeo 2025 will be a key event for connecting the unmanned systems community and advancing technologies that address emerging security and defense challenges.”

Drone Rodeo 2025 is open to anyone 18 years or older and promises to be an event you won’t want to miss. For more information and to register, visit https://constellis.com/drone-rodeo-2025/.

Constellis Group Wins WEXMAC 2.0 Contract to Provide Global Support Services

HERNDON, Va., Feb. 27, 2025 – Constellis subsidiary Centerra has been awarded the U.S. Navy’s Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract (WEXMAC) 2.0. This contract, valued at up to $700 million over its ten-year term, will provide essential base operations and life support services to U.S. military and federal agencies worldwide. WEXMAC 2.0 is a transformative contract to support joint forces and is open to federal agencies in need of critical services on a global scale. WEXMAC 2.0 enables Constellis to deliver services including construction equipment and material handling, lodging, medical support, force protection, logistics, and transportation. WEXMAC task orders will supply vital resources such as food, clothing, petroleum, construction materials, and medical supplies to support operations in strategic regions, including Western and Eastern Europe, the Philippines, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica.

“We are proud to support the WEXMAC 2.0 program, which highlights Constellis’ ability to deliver integrated, expeditionary solutions that support the warfighter around the world,” said Constellis CEO Terry Ryan. “This contract provides us another vehicle through which to serve the global national security mission.”

Constellis Group Awarded OASIS+ Unrestricted IDIQ Contract

HERNDON, Va., Jan. 7, 2025 – Constellis, a leading provider of advanced security solutions and mission support services to government and commercial clients worldwide, announced today that Centerra, a Constellis company, was awarded a contract under the GSA One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services Plus (OASIS+) program.

“This contract award reflects our expertise and our ability to deliver global integrated services to our federal customers,” said Terry Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Constellis. “We are proud to see the Constellis Group awarded the opportunity to continue to provide our clients with services ranging from traditional facilities support through integrated, cross-domain security solutions through this Best In Class contract.”

OASIS+ offers Constellis a ten-year period of performance to provide customers across the federal government with facilities-related services including management and advisory, technical and engineering, intelligence, and logistics.

Noah Teates Joins Constellis as Chief Strategy Officer

HERNDON, Va., Jan. 6, 2025 – Constellis, a global provider of advanced security and mission support services, announced today that Noah Teates has joined the company as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). Mr. Teates will lead Business Development, Proposals, and Marketing to realize Constellis’ strategic vision and long-term goals, focusing effort and investment in our most impactful programs and capabilities.

“We are thrilled to welcome Noah as our Chief Strategy Officer,” said Terry Ryan, CEO of Constellis. “Noah earned a reputation in the industry for leading transformational strategic initiatives, securing billion-dollar programs, and helping growth teams accelerate and optimize their performance. His leadership and vision will be invaluable to the Executive Management Team and the company as we continue to grow our business.”

Mr. Teates has spent nearly 30 years leading business development initiatives for government and commercial clients. Before joining Constellis, he served as Chief Customer Officer at Wolf Den Associates, where he was a trusted advisor to CEOs, Chief Growth Officers, and growth teams. In this role, he delivered strategic plans, developed game-changing client account and capture strategies, and led proposal teams on programs valued up to $20 billion. Previously, he served as an operations and growth executive at both Computer Sciences Corporation and SRA International. Mr. Teates holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from the University of Maryland.