

Karlton Johnson
Risk Expert &
Military Liaison
A Bit About Karlton
Karlton D. Johnson joins Space Exploration Strategies as a Risk Expert and Military & Government Liaison.
He is a distinguished leader serving as the CEO of Delaine Strategy Group LLC and the National Space Society. With over thirty years of strategic leadership, his expertise spans from guiding high-stakes missions in the US Space Command and Air Force Space Command to driving innovations in the global space sector and cybersecurity. At Delaine Strategy Group, he leads a top-tier advisory firm that delivers critical counsel to executives across diverse sectors, driving substantial organizational transformations and international program initiatives. As the CEO of the National Space Society, he spearheads efforts to promote space settlement, engaging with industry leaders and policymakers to expand the boundaries of space exploration and development.
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His leadership roles extend to influential positions on several prestigious boards, including the National Space Society’s Board of Governors and as Chairman Emeritus of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Accreditation Body, Inc. His strategic insights and advocacy have been recognized nationally, evidenced by his accolade as one of Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Black Corporate Board Directors. Holding advanced degrees from institutions such as George Washington University and National Defense University, Johnson’s profound impact on technological innovation and security continues to shape the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors globally, underscoring his visionary leadership and commitment to advancing industry standards.