Akron, Ohio — March 25, 2026– BGI, LLC, a leading provider of mission-critical solutions for the Warfighter, announced today a strategic organizational realignment aimed at accelerating growth, improving customer focus, and strengthening the company’s impact across its mission portfolios.
Effective immediately, BGI will operate under three distinct Business Segments: Government Services, Training Services, and Technical Services. Each segment will be led by a Vice President responsible for execution, customer success, and growth, creating stronger alignment between mission execution and business development.
“BGI’s positive mission impact to the Warfighter is the cornerstone of everything we do,” said Phil Dismukes, CEO. “This reorganization positions the company for the next season of growth while maintaining the excellence our customers rely on.”
As part of the restructuring, BGI is introducing Requirements and Capabilities, a function designed to identify mission needs, analyze operational requirements, and align them with BGI’s solutions. This initiative modernizes the traditional Business Development function, focusing on delivering the right capabilities at the right time for the warfighter.
BGI also announced several key leadership promotions. Bill Fitzpatrick has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Requirements, Capabilities, and Programs, overseeing the health of all Business Segment portfolios and guiding BGI’s next generation of growth.
Chris Peloza has been promoted to Vice President of Training Services, leading a rapidly growing portfolio of advanced global training solutions.
Jim Hardin, has been assigned as Vice President of Government Services, leveraging years of experience to drive success in one of BGI’s most complex lines of business.
“These changes strengthen leadership focus and operational alignment,” added Phil Dismukes. “Our teams remain dedicated to delivering excellence and supporting the warfighter every day.”
About BGI
BGI, LLC is a U.S. Department of War contractor delivering innovative solutions across BGI core competencies including Training Systems and Test Support, Instruction and Courseware, and Advanced Training, Programs, and Defense Technology. With a commitment to operational excellence, BGI empowers the warfighter with capabilities that drive meaningful impact worldwide.
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