Rick Nelson

Rick "Ozzie" Nelson is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience in launching cutting-edge B2B SaaS products in the market, with a focus on driving digital transformation utilizing data analytics and cybersecurity solutions. His expertise lies in developing and implementing go-to-market strategies to secure new business, elevate revenue growth, and cultivate high-performance teams dedicated to customer acquisition, retention, and expansion.

In terms of education, Rick pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at The George Washington University, followed by Joint Professional Military Education with Distinction at the U.S. Naval War College, and a Master of Arts in National Security Studies from Georgetown University.

Throughout his career, Rick has held significant leadership roles in renowned organizations such as MicroStrategy where he served as the Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Public Sector & Commercial Mid-Markets division. He has also held the position of President for the Public Sector division at BlueCat, Vice President for the Federal sector at Crossmatch, and Vice President for Global Business Development at Crossmatch.

Prior to these roles, Rick Nelson has a diverse professional background that includes being the President of Fuel Consulting, LLC, a Program Director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Director of the Joint Interagency Task Force at the Joint Special Operations Command, Group Chief at the National Counterterrorism Center, Director of the Office of Combating Terrorism at the National Security Council Staff during President George W. Bush's administration at the White House, and a Legislative Fellow in the Office of Senator Edward M. Kennedy in the United States Senate. Furthermore, Rick served as an Officer-in-Charge, Operations Officer, and Mission Commander in the U.S. Navy, showcasing his versatile skill set and leadership capabilities across different domains.

Rick "Ozzie" Nelson's career highlights his exceptional leadership skills, strategic acumen, and dedication to driving organizational success through innovation, team building, and strategic planning.