Tom Burbage

Tom Burbage, the retired president of Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems, shares insights from his experience leading the F-35 fighter jet program. He discusses the challenges of uniting a large and diverse team, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership and collaborative culture. Tom reveals innovative onboarding strategies that helped grow the personnel from 180 to 4,000 in just a year. He also highlights the need for effective communication and shared values to foster a 'one team' mindset among international partners and competing contractors.