We are pleased to welcome Jack Smith to the Astrum Drive team. Jack is a U.S. Air Force veteran and a distinguished leader in national security, space advocacy, and workforce development. A brief biography follows:

Jack Smith is a Vice President of Chapter Operations at Space Force Association, a U.S. Air Force veteran and entrepreneurial leader committed to advancing technology, national security, and workforce development. As Vice President of Chapter Operations for the Space Force Association (SFA), Jack drives global chapter engagement and strategic initiatives that strengthen the Space Force mission and expand opportunities in the emerging space economy.

After his military service, Jack founded Fortuna Business Management Consulting, a veteran-owned firm specializing in IT services, cloud solutions, and workforce optimization. Under his leadership, Fortuna has earned national recognition as a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree, was named California Disabled Veteran Business of the Year (2023), and twice ranked on the Vet100 list of fastest growing veteran-owned businesses. These achievements reflect Jack’s commitment to innovation and creating pathways for veterans, reservists, and military spouses to connect with the jobs of the future.

With a passion for bridging military experience and entrepreneurial success, Jack empowers organizations and individuals to thrive in an era of digital transformation and space operations.