David Markert

David Markert currently serves as Vice President at Ideal Aerosmith Inc. since January 2024. With extensive experience at Progeny Systems Corporation since June 2013, David has held positions including Business Area Manager, Chief Engineer, and Director of Business Development, managing significant P&L responsibilities across government programs. Additionally, Markert is a Defense Consultant for the DOD and co-founder and COO at Abaka Health, focusing on improving healthcare experiences. As an Aviation Advisor for BetterView and former CEO of Tactical Systems Engineering, Markert has contributed to various technology and defense initiatives. Their military background includes serving as a Naval Officer for over two decades, complemented by an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and degrees from the University of Notre Dame and the U.S. Naval War College.