Tysons Corner, Virginia – Ridgeline is pleased to announce that General Raymond A. “Tony” Thomas, III has joined the company’s Board of Directors. Ridgeline is backed by Enlightenment Capital.
General Thomas served in the United States Army for 39 years and culminated his career as the four-star Commanding General of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM). Prior, Tony commanded the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), served as the Director of Military Operations at the Central Intelligence Agency, and created and commanded the first Special Operations Joint Task Force in Afghanistan. Throughout his distinguished career, he expertly oversaw complex operations and provided strategic advice to support national interests.
“Tony possesses deep, firsthand insight into the vital importance of developing and deploying game-changing technologies,” says Erik Wittreich, CEO of Ridgeline. “We are thrilled to have him join our team to support Ridgeline’s continued growth.”
“Tony’s thought leadership, global perspective, and dedication to preserving the United States’ warfighting superiority across the battle spectrum make him an invaluable resource to Ridgeline,” said Jason Rigoli, Partner at Enlightenment Capital and Chairman of Ridgeline. “He will enhance the Company’s efforts to deliver innovative technologies to enable critical national security missions.”
“In today’s rapidly shifting environment, maintaining our technological and operational superiority is increasingly important,” said General Thomas. “I have been impressed with Ridgeline’s ability to create innovative software products as a trusted partner in advancing their customers’ missions. I am excited to work alongside our outstanding team in supporting our nation’s essential security requirements.”
About Ridgeline
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA, Ridgeline provides proprietary intelligence and cyber technology solutions to control data, protect against technical surveillance, secure communications, and manage digital signatures for the IC and DoD. Follow us at: linkedin.com/company/ridgelineintl/.
About Enlightenment Capital
Enlightenment Capital, a Washington, DC area based private investment firm, makes control and strategic, non-control investments in middle market companies in the Aerospace, Defense, Government & Technology (ADG&T) sector. The firm partners with businesses that provide vital services, protect critical infrastructure, innovate cyber and data solutions, enhance decision making capabilities, engineer aerospace and space systems, safeguard national security, and endeavor to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. For more information, visit: enlightenment-cap.com and follow them at linkedin.com/company/enlightenment-capital.