Prior to joining Boeing, she was the director of US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA).
19 October 2021: Pentagon veteran Heidi Grant is selected to lead the sales team at Boeing’s defense, space and government services. Prior to joining Boeing, she was the director of US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). She will join Boeing on 8th November as Vice President of Business Development, previously known as Global Sales and Marketing (GSM).
In her current role she will be responsible for the administration and execution of US Department of Defense security cooperation programs and activities involving defense articles, military training and other defense-related services. She began her US Department of Defense career in 1989 and held key roles with the departments of the Navy and Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Staff and two combatant commands with assignments from base to headquarters levels, including an overseas assignment.
Leanne Caret, president and CEO, Boeing Defense, Space & Security said, “Heidi brings extensive experience in global strategy and competitive positioning across the life cycle. We look forward to working closely with her as we compete, win and grow our business around the world.”
Grant will report to Caret and Boeing Global Services President and CEO Ted Colbert and serve on both leadership teams. She will be based in Arlington, Virginia.
Grant succeeds Jeff Shockey, who departed the company in July. Mike Manazir, who has served as interim GSM vice president, returns to his role as vice president, Boeing Global Services business development.
