Dan Lagana has been serving as the CEO of Building Momentum since 2025.

Previously,  he worked in management and strategy consulting where he focused on defense and space. His expertise includes autonomous systems, foreign military sales, defense acquisitions, strategic planning, and corporate restructuring. He served six years with the US Army and is a combat veteran.

Dan has experience in local and state government, where he focused on workforce development, land-use, and economic development. He served on the Fairfax County Planning Commission, providing workforce training at local non-profits, and leading community development efforts in southeast Fairfax County.