Major Lauren LeBlanc, Mavendog SkillBridge Fellow

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — August 4, 2025 — Mavendog is honored to announce the addition of Maj. Lauren LeBlanc, United States Space Force, as Mavendog’s newest Department of Defense SkillBridge Fellow. Mavendog has been a Department of Defense-certified SkillBridge employer since 2021. The program allows service members to transition into civilian employment during their final months of active duty. Over the coming months, Maj. LeBlanc will be supporting our team at one of our high-profile, strategic accounts.

Maj. LeBlanc is a great fit for Mavendog. She brings 20 years of military experience with the United States Space Force and United States Air Force, where she worked on advanced technology programs, led process improvements, and delivered on strategic objectives. She is also an exceptional communicator and public speaker who knows how to build collaboration across teams, agencies, and international partners. Over her career, she has led complex initiatives, integrated new technologies, built training programs, and driven adoption across diverse stakeholder groups. Her expertise spans program and project management, IT, process improvement, requirements analysis, training and development, team leadership, change management, and strategic planning.

“We are honored to continue our DoD SkillBridge partnership and to welcome Major LeBlanc to the Mavendog team. She exemplifies the highest caliber of talent and delivery, and we are thrilled to have her as she completes a stellar military career. The SkillBridge program gives us an invaluable early look at the exceptional talent transitioning into the private sector. When it comes to project execution, you won’t find stronger candidates than those from the U.S. Military. We are truly grateful for this program.” – Jon Vordermark, President of Mavendog

Notable Past Roles Include:

  • United States Space Force (Various Roles, 2020–Present):
    • Organizational Liaison Officer (Aug. 2024–Present): Acted as a key liaison between the US Space Force and Special Operations Forces, establishing the first-ever Space Force Guardian training pipeline and leading international collaboration efforts with 10 partner organizations.
    • Director of Training & Development (Jul. 2023–Aug. 2024): Guided the integration of space-based capabilities into global operations, directing the first live-fire space electromagnetic warfare exercise for Air Force Special Operations Command.
    • International Integration Specialist (Jan. 2023–Jul. 2023): Developed space operations and investment strategies across 22 partner nations, securing $750K in unfunded requirements for a new space organization.
    • Strategic Affairs Manager – Executive Action Team (Jan. 2022–Jan. 2023): Chaired the initial resource planning team, securing $30M to establish a new space-focused organization.
    • Deputy Director (Jan. 2020–Jan. 2022): Integrated nine emerging spacefaring nations into the international space community through 25 cooperation initiatives.
  • United States Air Force (Various Locations, 2006–2020):
    • Program Manager (Jan. 2018–Jan. 2020): Led a team to deliver advanced technology integration for global training events, successfully integrating advanced GPS simulation software.
    • Training & Development Manager (Jul. 2015–Jan. 2018): Directed a team of 18+ instructors for a $500M program asset, leveraging $2M simulators and redesigning curriculum based on industry trends.

Maj. LeBlanc holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas, a Master of Aeronautical Science (M.A.S.) in Airline Management from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Applied Science from Campbell University. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) by the Project Management Institute (PMI), a certified ScrumMaster (CSM), holds a Certificate in Project Management from the University of Arkansas, and is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Additionally, she holds a College of the Air Force (CCAF) Instructor Certificate (CIC) Level III and holds a Mobile Training Team Certification.

About Mavendog, LLC
Mavendog is a project leadership firm of independent program and project leaders who operate as Affiliates under the brand. The firm is a unique conduit to the American independent economy. Since 2017, Mavendog has been committed to helping clients with their project challenges, from complex IT portfolios and programs to tactical project needs. Today, Mavendog is a preferred consulting asset for managing and driving information technology and enterprise change initiatives. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, N.C.