VADM (Ret) Bob Harward is Shield AI’s Executive Vice President for International Business and Strategy. Prior to joining Shield AI, Bob served as the Chief Executive for Lockheed Martin Middle East and was recognized by Forbes as one of the fifty (# 10) most influential CEOs in the Middle East.

Bob has lived in Abu Dhabi for ten years. A National Security Expert in both theory and application, he served on the National Security Council for the Bush administration, commissioned the National Counter Terrorism Center, and has extensive combat experience as a U.S. Navy SEAL.

As a Vice Admiral (SEAL) in the United States Navy, his last assignment was as Deputy Commander, U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM). He was also requested by President Trump to serve as his National Security Advisor.