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Berardino Baratta
Berardino Baratta is the CEO of MxD, the Department of Defense’s digital manufacturing and cybersecurity institute, where he leads national efforts to boost U.S. manufacturing competitiveness, strengthen cybersecurity, and ensure supply chain resilience.
Baratta has over 25 years of experience in technology and manufacturing leadership, including prior roles as MxD’s Vice President of Projects and Engineering and Senior Director of Technology Strategy. He previously served as CEO of Potentia Analytics, and held executive positions at Freescale Semiconductor and Metrowerks Corporation, helping guide startups through growth and acquisition.
He holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Honours) from McGill University and is a recognized leader in advanced manufacturing innovation and strategy.