Natalya K. Dean is the Co-Founder and CEO of CTD International GmbH, where she helps U.S., European, and GCC defense companies expand into new markets, build strategic partnerships, and navigate complex procurement and regulatory environments. With close to 30 years of experience spanning government, military, and industry, she is recognized as a principled problem solver who combines ethical leadership with creative, strategic execution to deliver measurable results.

As the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of CTD International GmbH, Richard specializes at bridging the gap between technical excellence and strategic effectiveness. Richard helps experts who already have a great product, capability, or policy idea, translate it, position it, and connect it so that it achieves its intended effect. Aligning with decision-maker priorities, framing in strategic or operational terms that resonate with leadership, connecting to real-world use cases or mission outcomes and identifying last-mile adjustments that increase political, operational, or commercial viability.