MIKE RICE
Colorado Springs
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in executive-level business growth strategy, business development, and solutions architecture. Proven track record of driving revenue growth and expanding market share through strategic planning and execution. Skilled in identifying opportunities for business expansion, developing innovative solutions, and building strong client relationships.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
Space Information Sharing & Analysis Center (ISAC)
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission
VP, Mission Solutions
Kratos
01.2020 - Current
- Responsible for strategy, business growth, and customer engagement for Kratos Federal Space division
- Championed organizational change by leading transformation efforts and fostering a culture of innovation
- Focused on Space to Ground communications, Satellite C2, SATCOM, and Space Domain Awareness in DoD, IC, and Civil space markets
VP, Satellite Ground Systems
Kratos-RT Logic
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Responsible for strategy, growth, R&D and program execution
- Improved revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and partnerships
- Developed high-potential staff, facilitating their advancement to executive-level positions
VP, Signals, Navigation and Test
Kratos-RT Logic
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Responsible for leading group into adjacent markets, to include Space Domain Awareness
- Cultivated industry relationships to expand business opportunities
- Oversaw acquisition to expand company footprint and capabilities
VP, RF Communications
RT Logic
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Created first Segment-level organization for company
- P&L responsibility for multiple business areas
- Spearheaded cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and drive business growth
Business Area Manager
RT Logic
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Responsible for strategy, BD, R&D/architecture, program execution
- Stood up and led two different business areas (Satellite Test and Satellite Modems)
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and support
Program Manager
RT Logic
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Technical program management of multiple space communications programs
Assistant Professor, Engineering Mechanics
US Air Force Academy
01.1998 - 06.2001
- Led16 instructors in curriculum and instruction of 1200+ students
- Delivered engaging lectures to facilitate student interest and understanding
Small Sat Deputy Program Manager
Air Force Research Lab
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Directed multi-phase satellite program with 20+ team members through satellite design, systems engineering, and payload integration
Education
Executive Education - Product Innovation
Harvard Business School
03-2013
Executive Education - Finance
Columbia University
02-2011
Executive Education - Strategy
Columbia University
06-2009
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
George Washington Univ
01.1995
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
US Air Force Academy
06-1993
Skills
- Business Growth Strategy
- Organizational Leadership
- P&L Management
- Space Industry Executive Networking
- Executive Development/Mentorship
- Top Secret/SCI Clearance
Timeline
Board Member
Space Information Sharing & Analysis Center (ISAC)
01.2025 - Current
VP, Mission Solutions
Kratos
01.2020 - Current
VP, Satellite Ground Systems
Kratos-RT Logic
01.2013 - 01.2020
VP, Signals, Navigation and Test
Kratos-RT Logic
01.2012 - 01.2013
VP, RF Communications
RT Logic
01.2009 - 01.2012
Business Area Manager
RT Logic
01.2003 - 01.2009
Program Manager
RT Logic
01.2001 - 01.2003
Assistant Professor, Engineering Mechanics
US Air Force Academy
01.1998 - 06.2001
Small Sat Deputy Program Manager
Air Force Research Lab
01.1995 - 01.1998
Executive Education - Product Innovation
Harvard Business School
Executive Education - Finance
Columbia University
Executive Education - Strategy
Columbia University
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
George Washington Univ
B.S. - Mechanical Engineering
US Air Force Academy
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