Mike Petty is a U.S. Army Veteran with over 20 years of experience in educational instruction, coaching, mentorship, and program development.

He has significantly contributed to the development of offensive and defensive cyber capabilities, collaborating with numerous cyber teams across multiple branches of service. His diverse background as an educator, coach, soldier, and entrepreneur has underscored the profound impact of positive reinforcement and servant leadership.

Mike currently serves as the Computer Network Operations (CNO) Technical Director for the MANTECH Advanced Cyber Training Program (ACTP), where he focuses on enhancing instructor expertise, expanding industry-leading course offerings, and refining the curriculum to meet the evolving demands of cyber warfare.