REI Systems has named Eric Olson chief corporate development officer to lead the company’s mergers and acquisitions strategy focused on mission-critical capabilities and growth across defense and national security markets.
Olson brings over 30 years of experience in the federal and IT consulting sector. He most recently served as CEO of Buchanan & Edwards, where he led major expansion efforts and strategic acquisitions supporting national security, intelligence and civilian missions. He also held senior leadership roles at ECS Federal, InfoReliance and other consulting firms, driving growth in digital modernization, cybersecurity and advanced analytics.
Olson’s background scaling mid-tier companies and integrating teams positions him to guide REI’s disciplined approach to corporate development, the company said.
“With Eric’s extensive experience in corporate development and his deep understanding of the federal market—particularly in high-priority DoW and National Security mission areas—we are confident he will help drive REI’s next phase of strategic growth,” said Shyam Salona, CEO of REI Systems. “His leadership, insight, and commitment to building strong, mission-aligned partnerships make him an ideal addition to our team as we expand our capabilities and deepen our impact for our government customers.”