Defense Industry Advisors, LLC Consulting for Manufacturing and Defense Businesses
Meet Our Defense & Aerospace Consultants
Matthew Eberhardt
Matthew Eberhardt
Matthew Eberhardt
President & CEO: Retired Naval Officer with an MBA and Finance Degree, Matthew Eberhardt turned a $65M business around to $80M in sales and doubled ROS to 15%
in one year.
Bill Heinsohn
Matthew Eberhardt
Matthew Eberhardt
EVP & COO: With over 30 years of experience in defense and aerospace product development, Bill Heinsohn is a proven
leader in manufacturing and
business operations.
Chuck Neary
Matthew Eberhardt
Kenneth Tuten
Navy and Defense Expert: Retired Navy Captain with advanced degrees in National Security and Business, Chuck Neary is a seasoned strategist and graduate of top military and business schools.
Kenneth Tuten
Kenneth Tuten
Kenneth Tuten
Defense, Pyrotechnics & Business Development Expert: Leader with a Mechanical Engineering degree and 30 years in pyrotechnics, Kenneth Tuten brings extensive DoD expertise.
Amy Cohen
Kenneth Tuten
Amy Cohen
Defense Industry Leader: Former Raytheon Executive with 27 years in defense and a Computer Engineering degree, Amy Cohen has led major programs and held top roles in defense technology.
Jeff Orr
Kenneth Tuten
Amy Cohen
VP & Chief Strategy Officer: Retired US Air Force fighter pilot with an MBA and extensive certifications, Jeff Orr excels in building elite talent and establishing air defense capabilities globally.
Ken Athans
Greg Eckert
Greg Eckert
Navy Captain & Entrepreneur: Retired Navy Captain with an MBA and Computer Science degree, Ken Athans led large organizations and multi-million-dollar budgets, focusing on advancing defense sector capabilities.
Greg Eckert
Greg Eckert
Greg Eckert
Strategic Business Development Leader: With over 20 years in the defense sector, Greg Eckert is a master of defense market analysis, SAR processes, and strategic planning, Greg drives revenue growth and delivers actionable results for clients navigating government procurement.
Nick Hooper
Greg Eckert
Nick Hooper
Director of Growth and Strategy: Former U.S. Army intelligence officer with more than 10-years of defense industry experience. Nick holds degrees in pre-law, business, and analytics. Nick has a strong background in developing business strategies for defense portfolios and excels in managing complex data, enabling decision-making, and solving problems.
Joe Brescia
Joe Brescia
Nick Hooper
Defense Acquisition Leader: Joe Brescia brings 20+ years of expertise in armaments R&D, systems acquisition, and strategic partnerships. A former senior civilian leader with the U.S Army at Picatinny Arsenal, he holds degrees in Metallurgy, Materials Science, and an MBA, with a Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
Meet Our Marketing & Administration Team
Jessica Eberhardt
Jessica Eberhardt
Jessica Eberhardt
Chief Marketing and Communications Officer: Jessica's expertise in elevating digital presence and client engagement is unmatched. Her innovative strategies and passion drive impactful results in the world of social media. With a keen eye for emerging trends, she consistently delivers transformative solutions that resonate with audiences and foster brand growth.
Laura Sharp
Jessica Eberhardt
Jessica Eberhardt
Contracts and HR Manager: With over 10 years of experience in HR management, staffing, and recruiting, Laura excels in business development & contract and proposal writing. At DIA, Laura oversees a broad range of responsibilities, including managing human resources, overseeing OTA memberships and submissions, ensuring government and business compliance, and handling contracts. making her an invaluable asset to the team.
Natalie Eberhardt
Jessica Eberhardt
Natalie Eberhardt
Staff Accountant: Natalie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a major in accounting and a minor in business law from Florida Atlantic University. Natalie supports DIA’s financial operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial processes. As she pursues her CPA certification and Master of Accounting, her meticulous attention to detail and commitment to excellence help streamline internal operations and support strategic growth.
Niyah DeJohn
Sophia Nicolai
Natalie Eberhardt
Defense Marketing Strategist: Niyah DeJohn is a Digital Marketing Specialist with a BA in Marketing & Communications from the University of Colorado Boulder. With expertise in web design, SEO, and social media strategy, she has successfully developed digital campaigns in both the US and Europe, enhancing global brand visibility and audience engagement.
Sophia Nicolai
Sophia Nicolai
Sophia Nicolai
Marketing Strategist: Sophia Nicolai brings a results-driven approach to digital outreach and brand enhancement. She has achieved a 40% increase in social media engagement, a 20% boost in website traffic, and improved operational efficiency by 12% through optimized strategies. With expertise in SEO, analytics, and content creation, Sophia is dedicated to delivering impactful marketing solutions.