Leadership

Our legacy of success rests on the shoulders of the entire OARS team. Our expertise and drive are integral to every mission we serve.
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    Bill Schaefer

    Chairman of the Board and President

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    LCDR Ryan ‘Murf’ Murphy, USN (Ret.)

    Senior Vice President, Finance

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    Col Tony ‘Ripper’ Nerad, USMC (Ret.)

    Executive Vice President

  • Libby Vertz_Final Headshot scaled 4
    Libby Vertz

    Chief of Staff

  • Matthew Schaff_Final Headshot scaled 3
    Matthew Schaff

    Director of Business Operations

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    CDR Mike ‘Gnomes’ Roche, USN (Ret.)

    Senior Director, Flight Operations

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    Lauren Skogman

    Director of Accounting

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    LT John ‘Big’ Banitt

    Chief Pilot

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    MSgt Scotty O’Neil, USAF (Ret.)

    Chief Boom Operator

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    MSgt Ken McNamara, USAF (Ret.)

    Chief Flight Engineer