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November 11, 2026
Personnel Announcement
Bernie Boucher is joining SMA: The Program Lifecycle Company® as VP of Business Development.
Bernie is a retired US Army Officer and industry veteran with an unusually extensive academic background; he has an MRes from the University of Liverpool, an MS in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College, an MBA from St. Joseph’s University, a BS in Business Administration from Campbell University, and a pretty long list of certifications. This academic achievement is supplementary to the career he has built that includes senior positions at leading organizations that serve the Department of Defense (DoD).
Building a Career in Defense
Bernie’s career began in the US Army, where he served as a commissioned officer for 20 years. His assignments took him across the United States, Europe, Southwest Asia, Africa, and Central America, with Combat Operations as part of Operation Desert Storm and Post Urgent Fury Operations
He transitioned to the private sector in 2002, where, in his words, he “has done every growth job you can imagine” in management consulting and federal business development. Most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Growth at Peraton, leading growth efforts for a defense sector representing more than $3 billion in business.
Throughout his many roles, Bernie has helped organizations identify new markets, develop competitive strategies, and pursue some of the federal government’s largest and most complex opportunities.
Bringing All That Experience to SMA: The Program Lifecycle Company
Bernie’s wealth of experience has shaped his understanding of what companies need to succeed, how he approaches clients, and the solutions he puts forth. Going forward, he will use this foundation to strengthen relationships with our clients, help them navigate the challenges they face, and achieve their program objectives.
We’re pleased to welcome Bernie to SMA: The Program Lifecycle Company® and look forward to the expertise he brings to our network of Associates and clients.
Contact us to see how Bernie, or any other member of our team, can help strengthen your growth strategy or pursue new opportunities.
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Tawnia Luong is a Senior Marketing Specialist at SMA: The Program Lifecycle Company®. She develops content and communications around government acquisition and program management, translating complex acquisition and industry topics for government and industry audiences. Her experience spans federal, commercial, and nonprofit sectors. |
Posted on November 11, 2026, by
Tawnia Luong, SMA, Inc.
