As CRO, Danny Olmes leads enterprise risk strategy, governance, and operational resilience initiatives across Xcelerate Solutions. He plays a critical role in shaping frameworks that mitigate risk, streamline mergers and acquisitions, protect long-term enterprise value, and drive corporate and operational efficiency. Danny’s deep cross-industry experience and specialized expertise in business and financial management, data analytics, supply chain optimization, and association management empower innovation and support the development of strategic intellectual property.
With more than 25 years of leadership experience across government, commercial, and nonprofit sectors, Danny brings a multifaceted approach to Xcelerate’s operations.
Prior to joining Xcelerate, Danny served as founder and President of Hellen Systems, a cutting-edge technology and infrastructure firm supporting national security and critical infrastructure protection through the development and deployment of Enhanced LORAN as a resilient GPS backup. His leadership at Hellen Systems exemplifies his ability to turn vision into impact in mission-critical environments. Danny also held senior program and financial management roles within leading aerospace and defense firms, where he consistently aligned strategy, operations, and performance.
Danny holds a BS in Biology from Virginia Tech. He is the author of Memoirs of an Ordinary Guy, reflecting his passion for leadership, personal growth, and purposeful living.