Dana Pittard
About Dana Pittard
Dana Pittard serves as the Vice President of Defense Programs at Allison Transmission, bringing extensive military and leadership experience to the role. He has a distinguished background in the U.S. Army, where he retired as a Major General after 34 years of service, and has contributed to various publications on military and social issues.
Work at Allison Transmission
Dana Pittard serves as Vice President of Defense Programs at Allison Transmission, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he has led the Allison Defense division to achieve five consecutive years of increasing revenue and growth. His leadership focuses on enhancing the company's presence in the defense sector, leveraging his extensive military background and expertise.
Education and Expertise
Dana Pittard has a robust educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science degree in History from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Military Operational Art and Science from the School of Advanced Military Studies. Additionally, he completed the Senior Executive Accounting Program at The Wharton School and the Senior Executive Program at The Tuck School of Business. He also participated in the National Security Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy School.
Background
Dana Pittard retired after 34 years of active duty in the U.S. Army, where he achieved the rank of Major General. His military career included commanding Armor and Infantry units at various levels, from platoon to division, and participating in multiple combat tours. His experience in the military has significantly influenced his approach to leadership in the defense industry.
Achievements
Dana Pittard has been recognized for his contributions to the defense industry, including being named one of the Most Influential Blacks in Corporate America by Savoy Magazine in 2018. He has authored several articles and coauthored books on military strategy, including 'Hunting the Caliphate - America’s War on ISIS.' He also earned the Hero Award for Suicide Prevention from the Matthew Silverman Memorial Foundation in 2017.
Media Contributions
Dana Pittard is a regular contributor to major news networks such as CNN, Fox News, PBS, CBS, ABC, and NPR. He discusses various topics, including race relations, diversity and inclusion, military issues, and veteran’s affairs. His insights are also featured in prominent publications like the Washington Post, New York Times, and Wall Street Journal.