William Mark Valentine
About William Mark Valentine
William Mark Valentine serves as the President and General Manager of Global Government at Skydio. He possesses extensive experience in national security and defense, having held leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including significant positions at Microsoft and the United States Air Force.
Current Role at Skydio
William Mark Valentine serves as the President and General Manager for Global Government at Skydio since 2023. In this role, he focuses on integrating advanced technologies, including autonomous drone systems, into government operations. His leadership aims to enhance operational capabilities for global governments through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Valentine worked at Microsoft in various capacities from 2010 to 2021. He served as the Director for the US Army Team from 2015 to 2020, where he was responsible for strategic initiatives. He also held the position of General Manager for National Security from 2020 to 2021, leading efforts to support national defense through technology.
Educational Background
Valentine holds a Bachelor of Science in Astronautical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy, completed in 1992. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Security Studies from Georgetown University, achieved in 2008. He also completed Executive Education at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in 2010.
Military Experience
Valentine has over 25 years of service in the United States Air Force, culminating as Commander of the 113th Operations Group from 2013 to 2015. His military career includes various roles, with significant experience as a combat veteran fighter pilot, specifically flying the F-16. He has also served as a Senior Military Advisor to FEMA.
Crisis and Emergency Management Expertise
Valentine possesses a strong background in crisis and emergency management, supported by his studies at the National Emergency Management Executive Academy and the National Security Executive Leadership Seminar. His professional experiences, including roles at FEMA and Microsoft, have informed his approach to national security and defense.