Geoffrey Buchanan

About Geoffrey Buchanan

After more than 27 years of military service, I now focus on helping Department of Defense units solve real operational problems through the smart application of emerging technology. As Director of Government Programs at Product Knowledge LLC, I serve as a technology scout and integrator, working to identify, assess, and align commercial and government solutions with validated capability gaps and leadership challenges.My work is grounded in operational reality. I collaborate closely with units, staff, and mission partners to ensure technologies are not just innovative, but usable, survivable, and impactful where it matters most. Whether supporting experimentation, demonstrations, or early adoption, my goal is to shorten the distance between a problem identified in the field and a solution that can be put into a commander’s hands.With an active TS clearance, I operate comfortably in sensitive environments that demand trust, discretion, and sound judgment. Throughout my career, I have prioritized readiness, clarity of communication, and mission execution under pressure. That same mindset now drives my efforts to help the force adapt faster, close gaps sooner, and maintain an operational advantage in an increasingly complex threat environment.

Experience

1. Director of Government Programs

   Product Knowledge Llc

   Nov 2024 — Present · Ashburn, VA, US

Education

• Florida State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Criminology

• Norwich University

  Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration

• U.S. Naval War College

  Master of Arts - MA, National Security and Strategic Studies

Skills

• Strategic Leadership
• Training
• Information Assurance
• Command
• Development & Delivery of Training
• Computer Network Operations
• Force Protection
• U.s. Department of Defense
• Program Management
• Tactics
• Army
• Team Building
• Intelligence Analysis
• Counterinsurgency
• Interagency Coordination
• Military
• Personnel Management
• Physical Security
• Organizational Leadership
• Military Training
• Military Experience
• Cultural Diplomacy
• Combat
• Weapons Handling
• Leadership
• Government
• Homeland Security
• Intelligence
• Strategic Partnerships
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Development
• Security
• Operational Planning
• Security Clearance
• Defense
• Nato
• Dod
• National Security
• Military Operations