John Griffin

About

Senior leader and strategist with two decades of experience driving innovation, partnerships, and organizational growth across defense, academia, and industry. Proven success in building ecosystems that connect emerging technology with operational demand, advancing national security innovation, and expanding market opportunities. Skilled in relationship management, strategic capture, and translating complex technologies into actionable growth strategies. Experienced in leading large cross-functional teams, managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, and shaping policy and brand visibility at the enterprise level.

Experience

• Vice President - Defense Strategy and Growth at Edison Chouest Offshore
  Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

• Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Harvard University
  Aug 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

  I focus on Goal Keeper development with an emphasis on technique, mental resiliency, and leadership. Certified USA Field Hockey (USAFH) Coach, USAFH GK Coach, and USAFH U18 Assistant Coach. My manta: Compete with Character.

• Subject Matter Expert assigned to DIU at Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
  Jul 2023 - Feb 2026 · 2 yrs 8 mos

• Regional Engagement Principal, NSIN - National Security Innovation Network - Northeastern University at NSIN - National Security Innovation Network
  Aug 2021 - Jul 2023 · 2 yrs

• U.S. Naval War College (4 yrs 9 mos)
  • Associate Professor, Humanitarian Response Program
    2018 - Aug 2021 · 3 yrs 8 mos

  • Associate Professor (Adjunct), College of Leadership and Ethics
    Aug 2018 - Jul 2021 · 3 yrs

  • Associate Professor (Adjunct), Cyber Innovation and Cyber Institute
    2018 - Jul 2021 · 3 yrs 7 mos