Ms. Ledeen drives strategic advisory and risk assessment for defense technology firms, investors, and national security stakeholders. With deep expertise in defense policy, intelligence, and compliance, she has led high-stakes initiatives in both the private sector and government, advising leading defense firms on market entry, procurement strategy, and geopolitical risk. As Executive Director at Standard Chartered Bank, she implemented a regional financial crime compliance program across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan, ensuring alignment with Iran sanctions. Previously, she served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East and held roles at the Defense and Treasury Departments, supporting counterterrorism, intelligence operations, and military deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. A recognized voice in national security, she is frequently featured in major media and publications.