James Walsh
Senior Executive - National Security - Global Operations Management - Transformational Leader - AI Implementer
- Role
- Acting Chief Financial Officer at Longview Fusion Energy Systems
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About James Walsh
Dynamic and results-driven executive leader with a unique fusion of business and finance acumen, foreign policy, and national security expertise. A proven transformational leader and strategic change agent delivering results that leverage employee talent and technology. Adept at navigating complex geopolitical landscapes, visualizing and implementing strategies that will succeed, and creating agile teams to thrive in high-stakes environments while managing risk.Currently, I\'m helping organizations achieve their vision and mission by leveraging my 33+ year career in government service, including serving as U.S. Department of State\'s Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Experience
Acting Chief Financial Officer
Longview Fusion Energy Systems
Sep 2025 — Present
Providing strategic, financial, and business develoment support for a laser-driven fusion energy company. Collaborating with government experts to advance the commercialization of fusion energy, leveraging insights from the world’s first proven fusion gain demonstration.
Education
United States Military Academy at West Point
MS, American History (United States)
1987 — 1991
Bowie State University
MA, Business Administration
1997 — 1999
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