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our team

The people behind Common Mission Project (CMP) are driven by a shared commitment to ensuring that America never falls behind. United across coasts and disciplines, our team is dedicated to identifying and empowering the next generation of talent & technology.

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“We will empower the next generation of problem solvers to tackle the toughest issues facing our country and our international allies. Together, we’ll ensure the preservation and growth of our greatest asset amongst a new generation: the spirit of American innovation and entrepreneurship.”

Maria Tranquilli

Executive Director

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As the Director of Education at CMP, Jeff Decker leads our educational strategies and initiatives, ensuring they align with our mission to foster the development of emerging national security leaders. 

Jeff Decker

Director of Education

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As Finance and Systems Manager at CMP, Sean oversees both financial management and backend systems infrastructure, ensuring a strategic alignment that supports our organizational objectives, including the management of our Innovation Fund.

Sean Holland

Director of Finance & Systems

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As Education Program Manager at CMP, Patty oversees educator support, program logistics, and alumni engagement—ensuring the successful delivery of our innovation courses and the continued growth of our education ecosystem.

Patty hill

Education Program Manager

OUR BOARD
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Col. Pete Newell (Ret.) is the CEO of BMNT, an innovation consultancy and early-stage technology incubator that helps solve some of the hardest problems facing the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. 

Pete Newell

Chairman

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Tim Newell is Founder and CEO of GreenFi, a consumer financial technology company providing individuals and families with financial products designed to support their financial well-being while helping them make a positive climate impact. 

Previously Mr. Newell led the consumer financial products teams at Tesla and SolarCity, and was the Co-Founder and CEO of Common Assets, a financial technology company acquired by SolarCity.

Tim Newell

Board Member

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Steven Weinstein is the General Partner and Executive Vice President of Technology Innovation at America’s Frontier Fund, where he is a leader on the investment team focused on building early-stage companies and new regional ecosystems.

Steve Weinstein

Board Member

Washington DC | Palo Alto CA

Common Mission Project is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization |  Tax ID: 81-2345565

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