Jeannie Crowell
Chief Executive Officer

Jeannie Crowell is the Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Cimarron, a premier firm specializing in real-time ground command and control center design and implementation. Under her visionary leadership, Cimarron has grown from its roots as Cimarron Software Services, Inc. into a leading provider of Systems Engineering, Software Development, Integration, Software Testing, and Information Technology Management Services.  
 
Before her role at Cimarron, Ms. Crowell was the co-founder and CEO of DKI Consulting, which merged with Cimarron in 2012. She played a crucial role in orchestrating the merger and has since led a series of strategic acquisitions that have expanded Cimarron’s capabilities and market presence over the past decade. With a robust background in marketing and organizational leadership, Ms. Crowell leverages her diverse experiences to steer Cimarron’s strategic direction, focusing on both expanding its service offerings and delivering exceptional value to government agencies and private-sector organizations.
 
Ms. Crowell’s leadership is informed by a distinguished academic background. She holds a Master’s degree in Liberal Arts from Harvard University, where she developed a deep understanding of human cultures and systems that enriches her approach to strategic development and organizational excellence. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Multi-Disciplinary Studies (BMS) from the University of Texas, which provided the foundation for her multifaceted career.
 
Guided by a commitment to excellence and innovative thinking, Ms. Crowell continues to drive Cimarron’s growth and success, adeptly navigating future opportunities to ensure the company remains at the forefront of the industry.

Darren Crowell
Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer of Cimarron, Darren Crowell plays a pivotal role in driving the strategic vision and operational excellence of the organization. He is responsible for overseeing corporate operations, ensuring that administrative functions are scalable and efficient and spearheading the development of new facilities as Cimarron continues to expand across multiple locations. Under his leadership, Cimarron has solidified its position as a leading provider of real-time ground command and control center solutions, known for its expertise in Systems Engineering, Software Development, and Information Technology Management Services.
 
Mr. Crowell’s leadership is marked by his instrumental role in building a robust technical and management team that supports Cimarron’s ambitious goals. His strategic acumen and operational insights have been crucial in streamlining processes and optimizing organizational capabilities, driving both growth and innovation within the company. 

Before joining Cimarron, Mr. Crowell was the co-founder and President of DKI Consulting, a firm that he successfully transformed into a premier enterprise consulting organization. Through visionary leadership and strategic foresight, he guided DKI through significant growth and established it as a leading force in the consulting industry. His achievements at DKI set the stage for a successful merger with Cimarron in 2012, where he continued to leverage his expertise to drive the company’s evolution and success.
 
Prior to his tenure at DKI, Mr. Crowell’s career spanned engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain management roles across several international energy companies. In these positions, he was known for his focus on innovation through emerging technologies and his success in restructuring operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. His work in optimizing capabilities through innovative solutions laid the foundation for his later successes and helped him build a network of strategic partnerships and a team of highly skilled professionals.
 
Mr. Crowell’s extensive background in engineering and management, combined with his experience in leading high-growth organizations, equips him with a unique perspective on both operational excellence and strategic development. His forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence continue to drive Cimarron’s success as the company directs new opportunities and challenges.

Brad Cothran
President
As President of Cimarron, Brad Cothran is focused on establishing Cimarron as an industry leading engineering and technology company. He leads all divisions with an emphasis on supporting our current customer base, capturing new business, and developing strategic corporate relationships. Prior to joining Cimarron in 2017, Mr. Cothran was the Director of Space Vehicle Engineering for the Boeing Company, leading all engineers on the International Space Station Program. He has over 34 years’ experience in the Aerospace and Defense business involving some of the most complex manned space flight hardware design, manufacturing, assembly, test and on orbit support. 
 
Mr. Cothran has over 16 years of executive management experience and proven financial acumen skills. In addition, he is a proven inspirational leader with the ability to attract highly qualified candidates, set high expectations and help mentor and grow a diverse workforce.
 
Mr. Cothran holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from Auburn University, a member of the Auburn University Electrical and Computer Engineering Industrial Advisory Board and advisory member of the University of Houston C.T. Bauer College of Business Executive Program.
Walter Medsger
Chief Financial Officer

As Cimarron's Chief Financial Officer, Walter Medsger is responsible for providing strategic business guidance to the executive management of the company, including advising the shareholders. In this role he is also the executive manager charged with the operation of the Accounting, Business Management, and Shared Services Departments. Collectively, these departments perform the financial administration functions necessary to support the operation of the company. Mr. Medsger also acts as Cimarron's corporate counsel and advises management on Federal contracting, and labor regulation issues as well as policy risk avoidance.

During his tenure with Cimarron, Mr. Medsger has managed the implementation of the company's integrated business system. This system integrates the time collection, accounting, billing, payroll, project control, purchasing, fixed assets, sales, and human resources functions and provides for a customizable reporting tool, which allows timely and accurate access to business information. He continues to oversee all upgrades and enhancements to this system.

Since joining the company in 1991, Mr. Medsger has held several positions, performing numerous business functions. He was originally hired to perform contract administration functions but quickly took on additional roles, which led to a management position. His knowledge in preparing cost proposals, negotiating contract awards and contract modifications, accounting, financial reporting, federal procurement, and labor law has enabled him to build Cimarron's administrative infrastructure to position the company for continuing growth.

Mr. Medsger has over 25 years' experience in financial control and administrative management within the Government Contracting industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston. 

Stephanie Baillio
Vice President, Human Resources
Stephanie Baillio is Cimarron’s Vice President of Human Resources. Mrs. Baillio is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Human Resource Management within the organization. Partnering with Cimarron’s initiatives of innovation and growth, Mrs. Baillio manages a proactive, aggressive, and effective recruitment and retention program. This includes the creation and implementation of programs that facilitate a positive work environment encouraging employee development, continuous improvement, and employee and customer satisfaction. Mrs. Baillio joined the Cimarron team in 1999, bringing with her Human Resources experience from the Chemical and Consulting industries.

Mrs. Baillio has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Houston, a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management from the University of Houston-Clear Lake, is a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR), and SHRM-CP, and is an Adjunct Instructor at San Jacinto Community College teaching SHRM HR certification classes. Mrs. Baillio has been recognized by peers and customers, including the NASA JSC Center Director, for leading successful teams and excels in change management, employee relations, strategy, employment law, and ensuring customer and employee satisfaction.
Matt McGee
Vice President, Aerospace
Matt McGee is Vice President of Cimarron's Aerospace Division with primary responsibilities in the NASA sector and commercial space. He currently oversees highly-skilled teams responsible for Operations, Systems Engineering, Software Development, Testing & Integration, and Information Technology Services.
 
Mr. McGee joined Cimarron in 2014 and has demonstrated exceptional leadership in a variety of roles, building bridges with both employees and customers, and forging effective working relationships across multiple contracts. He brings over 20 years of experience within the NASA community, supporting Space Shuttle, ISS, and Artemis training and operations before managing multiple programs covering Mission Operations and specialized Information Technology. Mr. McGee holds a Bachelors of Telecommunications degree from Baylor University.
Donald R. Frew
Vice President, National Security and Intelligence
Don Frew is Vice President of Cimarron’s National Security and Intelligence Division. Prior to joining Cimarron, Mr. Frew was a career Military officer, retiring at the rank of Colonel after a 25 year career in the Air Force. During his career, Mr. Frew has led and supported many programs within spacelift; ground system development, operations and maintenance; and satellite design and acquisition. He led the early development and qualification of the GPS III satellite, led the production of vital Intelligence satellites, and guided the requirements development for emerging satellite architectures. Mr. Frew excels at leading people, managing complex programs, and navigating challenging environments.
Chad Searle
Vice President, Missile and Weapon Systems
Chad Searle is Vice President of Cimarron’s Missile and Weapon Systems Division with primary responsibilities supporting Department of Defense customers. Mr. Searle leads engineering teams responsible for sustainment and development of U.S. Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) and a variety of Missile Defense programs. His professional experiences provide him an extensive understanding of the need to affordably and rapidly modernize, digitize and integrate our weapon systems, which is essential to assuring continued U.S. national security success. Prior to joining Cimarron, Mr. Searle served over 20 years in the Air Force with assignments including Minuteman III (MMIII) launch operations, engineering oversite of a national intelligence site and Program Management experience within Global Positioning Systems, MMIII, Ground Based Strategic Deterrent System Program Offices. Mr. Searle is a graduate of the US Air Force Academy with a Bachelors of Science in Engineering Sciences – Astrodynamics and Master degrees in Systems Engineering and Business Administration.
Rich Larson
Vice President, Business Development
Cimarron Vice President Rich Larson is focused on the identification, acquisition, and execution of new programs playing an integral role in the development and execution of the company’s strategic objectives. He brings 40 years of experience supporting design, test and operations for aircraft and space flight programs. A proven leader and industry partner on NASA human space flight programs, he has led organizations for the International Space Station, Space Shuttle, Constellation and Exploration Programs. Prior to joining Cimarron, Mr. Larson spent 9 years at MEI Technologies (now known as Aegis Aerospace) as their Executive Director of Business development and 15 years at SAIC where he was a Vice President for Business Development and Program Manager leading their Orbital Space Plan and Constellation support contract.
 
Earlier in his career, Mr. Larson worked for Fairchild Republic and Grumman Aircraft supporting Air Force and Navy Design, Development, Test & Evaluation (DDT&E) efforts. This included flight test programs for the F-14D upgrades test program, F-111A/E/EF Avionics Modernization Program (AMP) and the T-46A Next Generation Trainer.