Kristin Goodwin

Executive Coach | Leadership Development

LeadXC · Middle East/North Africa, Europe, and North America

May 2025 – Present(1 yr)

Empowering leaders and organizations for success in dynamic environments. Specializing in Leadership Development, Strategic Transformation, and Business Growth Acceleration. Partner with us for tailored solutions and excellence in every step of your journey. Specialties Culture Change, Business Growth, Change Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategical Mastery , Performance Acceleration, Change Leadership, Change Management , Organizational Design , Organizational Development , Productivity Acceleration , and Business Transformation

Founder & CEO | Fractional COO l C-Suite & Board Advisor

The Delta-v

Sep 2021 – Present(4 yrs 8 mos)

Provide strategic leadership and growth direction to the business, while serving as a Partner and Advisor to CEOs, C-suite, and Boards of Space, Defense and technology companies. Guide corporations on business strategy, AI transformation, operations, risk mitigation, crisis management, leadership, and people/culture solutions and services. Work closely with Boards on CEO & C-level assessments, communication, and crisis management. Notable examples: ➤ Partner with Fortune 500s and cross-industry companies on comprehensive AI strategies. Guide companies from setting the right AI technology strategy to implementation, adoption, and workforce readiness, through transition – ensuring employee and stakeholder empowerment for an AI & Culture Transformation. ➤ Guide Motis OneAI as a Strategic Advisor, Infrastructure & Defense Expert in starting and scaling this company focused on Human-Centric AI solutions. ➤ Work with BAE leaders (Fortune 500 & 7th in Defense Industry) regularly on strategic matters regarding electronic warfare capabilities with near-peer competitors – specifically the EC-37B, the US Air Force's premier airborne electronic warfare platform designed to disrupt enemy command and control communications and radar systems. Guided executives in developing key business processes, action plans and operating agreements, and reaching consensus. ➤ Partner with Capitol Defense Consulting, LLC and Senior Leadership on operational, domain expertise and vast network of offices, agencies, and persons in key leadership for the development, fielding, and operation of critical DOD capabilities. Website: https://thedelta-v.com/

Keynote Speaker, Thought Leader & Workshop Facilitator

The Delta-v

Sep 2021 – Present(4 yrs 8 mos)

Sought after keynote speaker and thought leader on accelerating board and executive effectiveness. Speaks on topics affecting companies, leaders, CEO’s and Boards including AI transformation, “Leadership Strategies for Thriving in Chaos;” “Amplifying Impact Through Clarity;” “Transforming Challenges into Opportunities,” and “People-Mission-Pride - The Soul of Leadership.” Speaker at Harvard University, Virginia Tech University, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Chamber of Commerce Executive Series, South Metro Denver Women in Business Conference, NRO, USAA, and ERO among others. Provide workshop facilitation Leadership & Organizational Excellence including: ➤ Executive Team Optimization: Essential Tools for High-Stakes Leadership in Times of Rapid Change  ➤ R.I.Z.E. Workshop Series: Break Through Isolation to Excellence – Four Transformational Keys for Life and Leadership.

Chief Operations Officer

TechWise

Jan 2025 – Jan 2026(1 yr 1 mo)

Lead Strategic Operations for a premier consulting firm specializing in human performance improvement and systems integration. Direct multinational programs across defense, space, and emerging technology domains. Steer key areas including Defense & Space Training Solutions, AI/ML & Autonomous Systems Integration, Cyber Security & Crisis Management, Healthcare & Emergency Response. ➤ Partner with Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Companies – Directing the implementation of specialized training programs for Earth Observation Capabilities Development. Also lead development of customer onboarding and certification programs for SAR data analysis. ➤ Oversee integration of AI-assisted tools for satellite data interpretation and drive solutions for defense and commercial space customers across global markets.

Chief of Staff & Various C-Level Operations, P&L, Leadership & Advisory Roles

United States Air Force

Jun 1993 – Jan 2022(28 yrs 8 mos)

Held C-level operations, leadership, P&L and advisory roles during 28-year tenure in the US Air Force. As an experienced international operations leader, headed strategic engagement across 39 nations in the Pacific region, coordinating diplomatic and military operations across the theater. Managed a $816M P&L along with strategic operations execution, supporting the welfare of 17K military and civilian personnel, their families, and 25,000 retirees as Commander of the largest USAF bomber wing. Led operations excellence – reversing a 10-year gap and overseeing 6 multi-billion dollar assets across maintenance, logistics and mobilization – while spearheading multi-billion dollar modernization operations. Additionally, led all airfield operations including tower, radar approach control, base operations and weather support, managing $6.5B (billion) in resources while overseeing Intelligence – integrating and aligning with fellow leaders for planning and execution. Also, steered large-scale construction projects, including military personnel and contractors. In addition to leading operations, advised the Secretary of the Air Force in providing guidance to 32 Secretariat Directors and all Major Commanders. Advised the Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Capitol Hill, and the White House on strategic and operational matters including international relations, and NATO – achieving consensus across 39 countries and bolstering U.S.’s alliances. Served as the Secretary’s Spokesperson with Heads of State, guiding meetings and discussions among 4-Star Generals, building high-level, strategic international consensus on matters of Space, partnerships with corporations, operational capabilities, and coordination – leveraging strong expertise on international relations. Transformed the Culture at the USAF Academy – achieving the lowest attrition rate in the institution's history.

US Air Force Career Advancement

United States Air Force

Jun 1993 – Jan 2022(28 yrs 8 mos)

Advanced through numerous operational and transformation roles across the US Air Force, earning prestigious international leadership appointments and medals. ➤ First female Bomb Wing Commander in USAF History. Multi-aircraft qualified commander and instructor pilot across 9 different planes. Recognized recipient of the Legion of Merit. ➤ Aviation Recognitions: Multiple "Top Pilot" awards including Air Force Association Aviator of the Year, Daedalian's Pilot of the Year, and selection as the #1 EC-130 Pilot in the 355th Operations Group. ➤ Nuclear Treaty Negotiator: Served as U.S. New START Treaty negotiator, hosting Russian inspection teams. ➤Selected to lead the U.S. Congressional Team through Thailand's refugee camps and North Korea resettlement, demonstrating diplomatic leadership. ➤Selected Medals: Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, and Air Medal Served in the following most recent roles: • Director Transformation I NORAD & USNORTHCOM Combatant Command, • Chief of Staff, AFSPC and USSSPACECOM, Commandment of Cadets USAF Academy, • Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force, (US Pentagon), • Wing Commander | 2nd Bomb Wing, Vice Wing Commander, 509th Bomb Wing, • USAF Strategic Fellow, Center for Strategic & International Studies – CIS, • Executive Officer to the Commander, Air Combat Command, • Commander, 509th Operations Support Squadron, • Strategic Director to Pacific Combatant Commander, US Indo-Pacific Command, • US Dept. of State, Political Advisor (POLAD) Fellow.

Chief Operations Officer

Caribou Thunder LLC

2022 – 2022(Less than a year)

Led as interim COO, overseeing and executing IT/cybersecurity strategy, while serving as a trusted advisor to CEO, Crisis Management Leader, and Change Management Advisor – guiding Executive Management through an organizational Culture transformation. Led employee relations, leadership development programs, and external engagement, with financial oversight. Drove strategic planning execution including the design of a new organizational structure – yielding an astounding number of new contracts and an increase of 67% in revenue in three short months.

Deputy Commanding General For Support

United States Space Force

Jun 2020 – Dec 2021(1 yr 7 mos)

Steered as Chief of Staff of Space Operations for the world’s first/only independent force protecting America and allies in, from, and to space – creating an innovative 5-layer organizational structure. Chief Architect of the first-ever (of 3) US Space Force field commands, Space Operations Command. Provided leadership and oversight for 4,100 people, supporting 38,000 space and cyber professionals across 134 global locations. Led military and civilian personnel in the development and execution of strategic operations, infrastructure, processes, and training. Oversaw Global Space Operations execution – transforming space command and control infrastructure, enabling rapid intelligence delivery to operators, and streamlining execution across international operations. Advised and supported the Chief Executive (4-Star General) on strategic Governance, Finance, Operations, Cybersecurity, and Culture.