3Wire Partners Establishes Advisory Board to Deepen Strategic Insight Across Aerospace, Defense, and Government Markets
3Wire Partners (“3Wire”), an independent investment and merchant banking firm specializing exclusively in the Aerospace, Defense, and Government (ADG) sectors, has announced the formation of a new Advisory Board designed to strengthen the firm’s strategic capabilities, market intelligence, and long-term value creation for clients and partners. The establishment of the Advisory Board marks a significant milestone in the firm’s continued evolution as a focused advisor and investor operating at the intersection of capital markets, national security, and advanced technology.
The Advisory Board will play an integral role in supporting 3Wire’s core activities, including strategic advisory services, capital formation, and investment evaluation. By drawing on the collective experience of senior leaders with decades of operational, governmental, and investment expertise, the firm aims to enhance the depth and perspective it brings to complex transactions and long-term strategic decisions within the ADG ecosystem.
According to 3Wire, the Advisory Board will provide sector-specific intelligence, operational insight, and access to extensive global networks, enabling the firm to deliver informed, practical, and execution-oriented advice. In an industry defined by long program cycles, regulatory complexity, geopolitical dynamics, and rapid technological change, these perspectives are expected to further differentiate 3Wire’s platform.
A Platform Built on Alignment and Specialized Expertise
Founded with a deliberate focus on Aerospace, Defense, and Government markets, 3Wire has positioned itself as a specialized investment and merchant banking firm that prioritizes alignment between advisors, investors, and operators. Rather than pursuing a broad-based financial services model, the firm concentrates on select subsectors where deep domain knowledge and judgment are essential to success.
Anita Antenucci, Founder and Managing Partner of 3Wire Partners, emphasized that the creation of the Advisory Board reflects the firm’s commitment to disciplined growth and thoughtful execution.
“Our platform is built on alignment, specialization, and real-world judgment,” Antenucci said. “This distinguished group brings a record of execution and deep sector expertise, adding a meaningful dimension to the perspective we deliver to clients, counterparties, and partners.”
She noted that the firm’s clients increasingly require advisors who understand not only capital structures and transaction mechanics, but also the operational realities of defense manufacturing, government procurement, technology integration, and program execution. The Advisory Board is designed to reinforce that understanding across every aspect of 3Wire’s work.
A Distinguished Inaugural Advisory Board
The inaugural Advisory Board is composed of senior leaders from across defense manufacturing, government service, venture investment, cybersecurity, aerospace technology, and national security. Collectively, the members represent decades of leadership experience spanning the public and private sectors, including senior roles within the U.S. Department of Defense, Fortune 500 companies, venture capital firms, and high-growth technology enterprises.
Each member brings a distinct perspective shaped by hands-on leadership, large-scale execution, and strategic decision-making in mission-critical environments.
Jason Atkinson: Defense Manufacturing and Operational Execution
Jason Atkinson contributes deep expertise in defense manufacturing, large-scale program execution, and enterprise transformation. He currently serves as President of American Rheinmetall, where he is responsible for overseeing growth initiatives, major program launches, and organization-wide operational excellence.
Prior to his current role, Atkinson was President and Chief Executive Officer of Loc Performance Products, a diversified provider of mechanical systems, armored solutions, and track products serving both commercial and defense markets. Under his leadership, the company executed significant operational and strategic initiatives before being acquired by Rheinmetall in 2024.
Atkinson’s background in manufacturing scalability, supply chain resilience, and defense program execution provides valuable insight into the operational challenges faced by defense contractors and suppliers navigating an increasingly complex global environment.
Sean Bielat: Defense Technology, Venture Capital, and Leadership
Sean Bielat brings a unique blend of defense technology expertise, early-stage investment experience, and organizational leadership. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of Oscar Mike Venture Partners, an early-stage European defense technology fund focused on emerging capabilities and innovation across the defense ecosystem.
In addition, Bielat serves as an Executive Partner at Wincove Private Holdings and as Executive Chairman of USBid, Inc. He also sits on the board of Adaptec Solutions, Inc., contributing to strategic oversight and growth initiatives.
Previously, Bielat led the carve-out of Endeavor Robotics from iRobot and played a key role in the company’s subsequent sale to FLIR Systems. His experience navigating complex transactions, technology transitions, and early-stage scaling efforts aligns closely with 3Wire’s advisory and investment mandate.
Vice Admiral Joseph W. Dyer (Ret.): Strategy, Governance, and Innovation
Vice Admiral Joseph W. Dyer (Ret.) offers more than four decades of leadership experience across defense, aerospace, and technology, with a particular emphasis on strategy, governance, and innovation. His career spans senior military leadership roles as well as executive positions in the private sector.
Admiral Dyer currently serves as Chair of the Strategy and Technology Committee and as a member of the Audit Committee at ASGN Incorporated. He is also a director of Technology Service Corporation and Herrick Technology Laboratories, and serves as an Advisor to the Center for the Study of Democracy.
Previously, he held several senior leadership roles at iRobot Corporation, including President of the Government and Industrial Services Division, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Strategy Officer. His experience guiding organizations through growth, innovation, and governance challenges brings a valuable strategic lens to the Advisory Board.
The Honorable Ellen Lord: Defense Acquisition and Industry Leadership
The Honorable Ellen Lord is widely recognized for her extensive expertise in defense acquisition, sustainment, and industry leadership. She served as the first U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment from 2017 to 2021, where she was responsible for overseeing the Department of Defense’s acquisition workforce, policies, and processes related to hardware, software, and services procurement.
Before her government service, Lord built a distinguished career in the private sector, with more than 30 years of corporate leadership experience in the automotive and defense industries. She served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Textron Systems Corporation, a subsidiary of Textron Inc., and held a variety of senior roles across the defense industrial base.
Lord currently serves on the boards of AAR Corporation, Parsons Corporation, SES S.A., Trident Solutions, and Exiger. She is also a Senior Fellow at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory and serves on the Advisory Board for MIT Lincoln Laboratory. Her insights into defense acquisition policy, industrial base health, and public-private collaboration are expected to be particularly valuable to 3Wire’s clients.
Juan Navarro: Technology Integration and Federal Services
Juan Navarro brings extensive experience leading technology, cybersecurity, and systems integration enterprises serving defense and federal customers. He is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Advanced IT Concepts (AITC), where he oversees strategy, operations, and delivery of enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and training solutions across the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
Under Navarro’s leadership, AITC has expanded its footprint to more than fifteen states, thirty locations, and international programs spanning Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Central America. His prior roles include serving as Chief Executive Officer of HDT Global and Domo Tactical, as well as President of North America at Chemring.
Navarro’s operational experience managing distributed teams, complex contracts, and global programs provides practical insight into the challenges and opportunities facing government services providers.
John Nelson: Intelligence Systems and Organizational Growth
John Nelson contributes more than 35 years of experience in national security, intelligence systems, and organizational leadership. He served for nearly two decades as President and Chief Executive Officer of Zeta Associates, a leading provider of signals collection, processing, and distribution technologies.
During his tenure, Nelson led the company through significant growth and ultimately its successful sale to Lockheed Martin. His experience in scaling specialized technology firms and navigating strategic exits aligns closely with 3Wire’s focus on long-term value creation and disciplined execution.
Daniel B. Prieto: Cybersecurity, Policy, and Technology Strategy
Daniel B. Prieto brings a multifaceted background spanning cybersecurity, public policy, technology consulting, and national security strategy. He previously served as Head of Cybersecurity Strategy & Solutions for Google Public Sector, Director for Cybersecurity Policy at the White House, and Chief Technology Officer within the Department of Defense Office of the CIO.
Earlier in his career, Prieto led a 300-person technology consulting practice at IBM and played a key role in establishing the House Homeland Security Committee following the events of September 11, 2001. His private-sector experience includes leading or advising on more than $200 billion in transactions at J.P. Morgan and AOL, including landmark deals in aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, and media.
He has held fellowship appointments at leading institutions, including Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, and the Council on Foreign Relations. Currently, he serves as Managing Partner at Range Strategic Advisors and advises a range of early-stage artificial intelligence and cybersecurity companies.
David Vos, PhD: Unmanned Systems and Automated Aviation
Dr. David Vos is a pioneer in unmanned systems, flight control, and automated aviation, with more than three decades of experience shaping the evolution of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). He previously led Project Wing at Google X, where he oversaw the development of the world’s first month-long drone delivery service at Virginia Tech.
Before joining Google X, Dr. Vos served as Senior Director at Rockwell Collins following its acquisition of Athena Technologies, a company he founded and led as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and President. He is also a co-founder of The Vos Foundation.
Dr. Vos’s expertise in advanced aviation systems, autonomy, and emerging technologies adds a forward-looking dimension to the Advisory Board’s collective perspective.
Strengthening 3Wire’s Long-Term Vision
With the formation of its Advisory Board, 3Wire Partners is reinforcing its commitment to delivering thoughtful, informed, and execution-focused advisory and investment services within the Aerospace, Defense, and Government markets. The firm believes that combining financial expertise with operational and strategic insight is essential to navigating an industry shaped by rapid technological change, evolving security priorities, and global complexity.
As 3Wire continues to expand its platform, the Advisory Board is expected to serve as a strategic resource that enhances decision-making, deepens sector understanding, and supports the firm’s mission to create enduring value for its clients and partners across the ADG ecosystem.
