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PDW Appoints Deb Walock as Vice President of Production Operations

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PDW Appoints Deb Walock as Vice President of Production Operations (Photo: Business Wire)

HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PDW is pleased to announce the appointment of Deb Walock as Vice President of Production Operations. In this critical role, Walock will oversee manufacturing, supply chain, and fulfillment, driving efficiency and scalability as PDW ramps to meet increasing product demand.

With over 28 years of manufacturing experience, Walock has held senior operations and supply chain management positions in the defense, aerospace, power sports, and compact construction industries across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Her extensive background spans the full product lifecycle—from prototype development to full-rate production—combined with a proven ability to align stakeholders and lead high-performing teams. Walock’s leadership track record includes roles at industry leaders such as Caterpillar, Bobcat, Polaris, Dynetics, and Leidos.

Walock holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from North Dakota State University and an MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. This blend of technical expertise and business acumen equips her to drive operational excellence and support PDW’s mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions to its customers.

“Deb brings the expertise and leadership we need to meet growing customer demand and guide PDW into our next phase of growth,” said James Slider, PDW President and COO. “Her experience in scaling production and managing complex supply chains will be instrumental as we continue to invest in high-performance design powered by American manufacturing.”

PDW continues to solidify its position as a leader in defense technology, delivering innovative solutions that directly enhance warfighter capabilities. From its work with SOCOM on advanced radio platforms to developing NDAA-compliant FPV combat systems, PDW is at the forefront of transforming small robotics for military use.

About PDW

Performance Drone Works (PDW) is a defense technology company specializing in cutting-edge drone systems for military and government operations. Focused on delivering secure, reliable, and NDAA-compliant solutions, PDW is committed to empowering operators with the tools they need to succeed in the most challenging environments. For more information, visit www.pdw.ai

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