Morgan Plummer

Morgan C. Plummer is the current Rokke-Simon Chair for Strategic Studies at the United States Air Force Academy.1 Here are some key details about his background and role:

Professional Experience

• He joins the Air Force Academy with over 18 years of experience in public service, military, and industry.1

• As the Rokke-Simon Chair, Plummer serves as the senior civilian policy practitioner in residence at the Air Force Academy.1

• His most recent role was as a defense and national security subject matter expert at the Boston Consulting Group, where he advised senior consultant teams in the Public Sector practice area.1

Government Service

• Plummer previously served in several senior positions in the Obama administration, including:

  • Special Assistant to the Deputy Secretary of Defense
  • Special Assistant and Deputy Chief of Staff to the Undersecretary of the U.S. Army
  • Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff to the Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel & Readiness1

• In his role with Personnel & Readiness, he managed Secretary of Defense Ash Carter's "Force of the Future" personnel reform policies.1

Other Notable Positions

• Inaugural Managing Director of the National Security Innovation Network (NSIN), a Department of Defense program focused on dual-use technology development with academia and the venture community.1

• Served as a non-career member of the Senior Executive Service.1

Morgan Plummer brings extensive experience in defense policy, national security, and government administration to his current role as Rokke-Simon Chair at the Air Force Academy. His background spans public service, military affairs, and private sector consulting in areas directly relevant to strategic studies.