Kathy J. Warden is the CEO and Chairman of Northrop Grumman, a key player in the aerospace and defense sector. She stepped into the CEO role in January 2019 and quickly made her mark by pushing for strategic growth. Under...
Kathy J. Warden is the CEO and Chairman of Northrop Grumman, a key player in the aerospace and defense sector. She stepped into the CEO role in January 2019 and quickly made her mark by pushing for strategic growth. Under her leadership, Northrop Grumman's total backlog jumped by 21%, signaling the company's strong position in the market. Before this, Kathy held various leadership roles at Northrop Grumman and other companies like General Dynamics. With a strong academic background—having earned a Computer Science degree and an MBA—she began her career in the tech and defense industries. Kathy is not just focused on business; she actively participates on boards, including Merck & Co. and the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Her commitment extends to diversity, a major part of Northrop Grumman's culture, which has improved significantly during her tenure.