Richard Berry

Richard Berry is an enterprise strategist and transformational leader with over two decades of leadership experience, delivering high-stakes impact across the defense and financial sectors. He is known for his ability to bridge strategy and execution in dynamic environments, bringing a refined blend of strategic insight, operational precision, and cross-sector fluency to the executive table.

Government & Strategic Leadership

As Special Advisor to six commanders at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and, most recently, at U.S. Special Operations Command, Dr. Berry led the implementation of the last three national defense strategies. He pioneered Techno-Economic Warfare, a modern framework that combines competitive intelligence, market disruption, and innovation to achieve strategic advantage. Under his leadership, over $20 billion in Indo-Pacific initiatives were advanced—efforts that enhanced national resilience while applying resource allocation models relevant to complex private enterprises. He also directed the Department of Defense’s role in a Presidential Trade Mission to the Philippines, resulting in $1 billion in private-sector investment in semiconductors and renewable energy—highlighting his strength in aligning government strategy with commercial growth.

Economic Alignment & Change Management

Dr. Berry launched the inaugural Military Economic Summit, convening public and private decision-makers to align economic strength with strategic influence. This model mirrors how corporate leaders foster innovation ecosystems and manage risk across stakeholder networks. With a leadership style focused on driving exceptional performance, Dr. Berry inspires teams to exceed expectations in high-stakes environments, earning national recognition from the Jepson School of Leadership at the University of Richmond as a leading scholar in organizational studies.

Private Sector Impact

Earlier in his career, Dr. Berry excelled in financial services at Smith Barney and Merrill Lynch, building a $50 million portfolio and ranking in the top 10% of consultants nationwide. At Booz Allen Hamilton, he led a significant change initiative that reshaped strategic communications and guided an executive-level reorganization—an operating model still in place today. This dual-sector experience equips him to lead adaptive strategies amid volatility and complexity.

Credentials & Thought Leadership

Dr. Berry holds a Doctorate in Organizational Development from George Washington University, an MBA from Fordham University, and is a graduate of Harvard’s Senior Executive Program for National Security. He founded Stratnova Advisors, a boutique consultancy focused on strategy, innovation, and Indo-Pacific affairs.

Dr. Berry brings a rare ability to decode complexity, spark innovation, and drive results where clarity, creativity, and execution converge.