Profile
Christa Dahlem is a mission-driven executive known for leading with clarity, collaboration, and purpose. With more than 20 years of experience spanning the defense and commercial sectors, she combines strategic foresight, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to partnership to deliver measurable results and drive enterprise-wide impact.
A respected leader in business development, capture strategy, and sustainable growth, Christa has built and led high-performing teams, secured multibillion-dollar contracts, and developed pipelines that support long-term success. Her work centers on delivering innovative, mission-critical technical solutions across the defense and aerospace industries.
Honored early in her career as Young AFCEAn of the Year, Christa remains an active contributor to the national security and emerging technology communities. She has served in influential leadership and advisory roles with AUSA, AFCEA, and the Association of Old Crows—helping to shape industry dialogue and strengthen public-private partnerships. She holds an Executive MBA from the University of Maryland and a B.A. in Mass Communications from Towson University.
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