Ross O’Rourke grew up one town over from J.D. Vance, in a place where the choices were limited, the money ran thin and the Marine Corps looked like the only way out. Two decades later, he’s helming Crimson Phoenix with the same blunt honesty he learned as a young enlisted Marine with no safety net and zero patience for corporate…

DCS Corp. has acquired ARCTOS, LLC, combining two aerospace and defense engineering firms with decades of experience supporting science and technology programs. “This acquisition represents an exciting step forward,” said Jim Benbow, DCS Chairman and CEO. “Together, our team of experts will accelerate the delivery of innovative solutions that enhance national security and advance critical aerospace and defense technologies.” ARCTOS…

Enlightenment Capital portfolio company RealmOne has elevated Kathy Daumer to chief strategy officer, a role in which she will lead the company’s strategic vision, growth initiatives and long-term planning efforts. “Kathy understands who we are, where we are going, and what it will take to get there,” said Gary Daigle, CEO of RealmOne. “This promotion is a reflection of exceptional…