TCOM Appoints Mike Sears as Director of International Aerospace and Defense Business Development

Washington, D.C. – TCOM, LP, a global leader in airborne persistent surveillance and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mike Sears as Director of Business Development. In this role, Mike will concentrate on the International Aerospace and Defense markets while based in Washington, D.C.

Since retiring from the United States Marine Corps in 2008, Mike has served as the Director of International Programs at the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Most recently, he was Director of International Business Development for Honeywell Corporation. A driven leader with expertise in programming, strategy, international relations, global sales, and budget management, Mike brings a proven track record of success in developing advanced aircraft and mission system solutions to the TCOM team. Over his four-decade career in aviation, Mike’s experience includes a 25-year tenure in the U.S. Marine Corps, incorporating both active and reserve service, and 30 years with the Naval Air Systems Command. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Park University and a Master of Science in Acquisition and Contract Management from the Florida Institute of Technology.

“The experience Mike will bring to our dynamic technology roadmap is invaluable as we look to the future of our expanding capabilities,” said Ron Bendlin, President & CEO. “His knowledge, gained from supporting military and civilian missions, will guide us in defining our strategies to bring our innovations to market.”

 About TCOM, L.P.:

TCOM, LP, a long-time global leader in Lighter-Than-Air platforms, is proud to offer a full line of elevated awareness solutions.  Combining custom selections of the world’s most advanced sensors, customer-specific communications, and intelligent user interfaces with a broad range of airborne platforms provides the end user with a cost-effective, unparalleled capability. For more information, visit www.TCOMLP.com.

Media Points of Contact:

Mr. Gal S. Borenstein

The Borenstein Group

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John Graziano, Director of Communications

TCOM, L.P.

301-785-1623

John.Graziano@tcomlp.com