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Board & Advisory

Experienced leadership at the table.

Desra Group is the umbrella through which Dalton Young - and over time other experienced leaders - provide board and advisory leadership to organizations. Industry roles like AFCEA Orlando Government Liaison Board Chair and NCMS Space Coast Chapter Chair bring government and industry perspective into the room.

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Why It Matters

Perspective from people who've done the work.

Growing organizations eventually reach a point where the founder can't be the only voice in the room. Decisions get bigger, risk gets more complex, and the cost of a blind spot grows. That's when experienced outside perspective becomes valuable.

Dalton Young has built, run, and sold businesses, led cybersecurity and compliance programs in the defense industrial base, and helped healthcare practices scale. He serves as AFCEA Orlando Government Liaison Board Chair and has been named NCMS Space Coast Chapter Chair beginning January 2027.

Through Desra Group, that experience is available to organizations that want a steady, candid advisor - someone who understands growth, government, security, and the people side of leadership.

Where we contribute

Board Service

Independent board involvement for organizations building governance and accountability.

Advisory Boards

Executive-level perspective on strategy, growth, and the decisions ahead.

Risk & Security Oversight

Governance of cybersecurity, compliance, and risk from people who've run the programs.

Government & Industry Relationships

Perspective and relationships across government, defense, and industry.

Strategic Partnerships

Identifying and shaping the partnerships that move an organization forward.

Selective Strategic Involvement

Deeper involvement with a small number of companies where we can make a real difference.

Who we typically advise

  • Founder-led companies preparing for growth, a new market, or a leadership transition
  • Government contractors looking to strengthen governance and their federal relationships
  • Technology and cybersecurity companies seeking defense and industry perspective
  • Healthcare organizations navigating regulatory, risk, and technology decisions
  • Boards that need security, compliance, or risk expertise represented at the table
  • Nonprofits and associations serving the defense and security community

How we get involved

  1. 01

    Initial conversation

    We learn about your organization, leadership team, and what you're trying to accomplish.

  2. 02

    Assess the fit

    We're selective, and we're honest about whether we're the right voice for your table.

  3. 03

    Define the role

    Formal board seat, advisory board, or targeted advisory engagement - scoped to the need.

  4. 04

    Show up consistently

    Regular involvement, candid input, and introductions when they help move things forward.

How we serve

Candid

Honest perspective, even when it isn't the easy answer.

Selective

A small number of commitments so each one gets real attention.

Connected

Relationships across government, defense, and industry, used responsibly.

Relationships, Not Transactions

Considering board or advisory support for your organization? Start with a conversation.

Let's Talk What We Do