Nancy Morgan Joins Academy Securities’ Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group

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Academy Securities, the nation’s first Post-9/11 veteran-owned and operated investment bank, today announced the addition of Nancy Morgan to its Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group.

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Nancy Morgan joins Academy Securities as a seasoned expert in national security, data strategy, and technological innovation. During her 36 years of US Federal Government service, she held several executive leadership roles at the Central Intelligence Agency and most recently served as the US Intelligence Community Chief Data Officer. Since her retirement from government service in 2022, she has provided strategic guidance to several organizations including The Cantellus Group and SambaNova Systems, leveraging her expertise to shape the future of AI and data governance. Ms. Morgan is deeply committed to mentoring women in STEM fields, actively supporting initiatives that foster the next generation of industry leaders. She is also a frequent public speaker, sharing her insights on data ethics, AI, and empowering women in the tech industry.

“We are thrilled to welcome Nancy Morgan to our Advisory Board,” stated Academy’s Chairman and CEO Chance Mims. “Her unparalleled expertise in national security, AI, and information technology, along with her proven leadership, will greatly benefit our team as we continue to innovate and grow.”

Ms. Morgan commented on joining the firm: “I am honored to join veteran-led Academy Securities. Now more than ever we need to understand the intersection between the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape and market forces. To maintain competitive advantage, organizations need to fully leverage public and private sector expertise to find innovative ways to meet today’s challenges and be poised to seize opportunities for growth.”

Ms. Morgan holds a Master of Science in Information Systems from American University and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and French from Colgate University. She plays a prominent role as a member of Women Leaders in Data and AI (WLDA), earning the organization’s Leader of the Year Award in 2023. She has additionally been named one of 2024’s Most Influential People in Data by DataIQ100 USA and as a Cyber and Tech Center Visiting Fellow at the National Security Institute.

“Nancy Morgan’s distinguished career and expertise make her a great addition to our Advisory Board,” stated Academy’s President Phil McConkey. “Her insights come at a crucial time as data, technology, and AI continue to shape and transform the economic landscape.”

About Academy Securities

Academy Securities is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer and a preeminent veteran owned investment bank with strengths in capital markets, asset management, public finance, geopolitical intel, fixed income, and equity trading. Leadership and staff have had intensive military training prior to entering and gaining in-depth financial services experience in global capital markets. We are mission driven with a high ethical code, a solid sense of accountability and strive for excellence in the pursuit of our clients’ success. Academy is our nation’s first post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank and is certified as a DVBE, SDVOB, and MBE. The firm has a strong top and middle tier client base served by a national platform with offices in New York, Chicago, San Diego, Los Angeles, Chapel Hill, Louisville, Austin, Dallas, and Sacramento. Information about Academy Securities is available at www.academysecurities.com.