Bill Pessin: Think Big, Move Fast
Episode: 79
On this episode of the Intelligence Career Conversations podcast, host Jim Donnelly is joined by Bill Pessin, Senior Vice President at Missionforce National Security, who brings more than 30 years of experience across the military, intelligence, technology, and national security communities. Bill reflects on his journey from Army logistics to technology, intelligence, business development, and senior leadership, and how intentionally pursuing challenging assignments and embracing opportunities for growth shaped his career. He discusses the value of combining mission knowledge with technical expertise, the lessons logistics taught him about speed and readiness, and the potential for AI and emerging technologies to accelerate national security missions without sacrificing accuracy or rigor. Bill also shares lessons from the mentors who shaped his career, the importance of paying that guidance forward, and his perspective on military and government service as a powerful foundation for young professionals entering the national security field.
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