ConnectM Names Defense Veteran McGrath CEO of HKA
Event summary
- Dan McGrath appointed CEO of Harry Kahn Associates (HKA), ConnectM's defense/government channel, effective August 3, 2026
- Succeeds retiring Will Mumma after 35 years in federal contracting leadership roles
- McGrath previously led Encentric, an IT managed services provider for defense agencies
- HKA maintains uninterrupted contract with U.S. Naval Air Systems Command since 1976
The big picture
This leadership transition comes as ConnectM seeks to deepen its defense sector footprint through HKA, a channel that provides direct access to military and federal customers. The move reflects growing industry emphasis on specialized government contracting expertise amid increasing demand for AI-powered solutions in defense applications. McGrath's background suggests a focus on operational discipline and contract execution at scale.
What we're watching
- Defense Channel Performance
- How McGrath will leverage his contracting experience to expand HKA's reach beyond naval systems into other defense branches
- Commercial-to-Government Translation
- Whether ConnectM can successfully adapt its commercial AI platforms for military applications through HKA
- ISO Compliance Maintenance
- The pace at which McGrath integrates new leadership while preserving HKA's ISO 9001:2015 certified processes