Joseph Pendry
About Joseph Pendry
Joseph Pendry serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Akima, where he has worked since 2018. He has held various leadership roles in marketing and communications across several organizations, including Lockheed Martin, Leidos, and the US Department of Homeland Security.
Current Role at Akima
Joseph Pendry serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Akima, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for driving integrated marketing campaigns across key geographies and targeted purchasing audiences. Pendry has developed a re-branding and social media marketing program that received recognition from LinkedIn as ‘Best in Class’ for public sector awareness.
Previous Experience at Lockheed Martin
Pendry worked at Lockheed Martin in various roles, including Vice President of Communications for Information Systems & Global Solutions from 2015 to 2016. He also served as Director of Marketing Communications for the same division from 2014 to 2015. His tenure at Lockheed Martin spanned approximately 1 year and 10 months.
Education and Expertise
Joseph Pendry holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Miami University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Public Policy (MPP) from Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business.
Career Background
Pendry has a diverse career history, having held various positions in marketing and communications. He worked at the US Department of Homeland Security as the US-CERT Outreach and Awareness Lead from 2004 to 2005. His previous roles include Director of Vertical Marketing Strategy at Symantec, Director of Communications and Marketing at General Dynamics Information Technology, and Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton.
Achievements in Marketing
Throughout his career, Joseph Pendry has received notable recognition for his work in marketing. He won a National Addy Award from the American Advertising Federation for a company re-branding and social media marketing program. His initiatives have consistently focused on enhancing public sector awareness and driving effective marketing strategies.