Taylor Dalton

Background

About Taylor Dalton

I'm an operations and business development leader with 15+ years of experience building teams, scaling businesses, and solving complex problems in competitive, regulated environments. I've doubled profitability in franchise operations, built business development teams from scratch, and currently lead innovation projects that push my organization forward. What I Do: I build things that work. Whether it's optimizing operations, creating automated systems, or developing strategic partnerships, I focus on delivering measurable results. At my core, I'm an operator, I like taking ideas from concept to execution and seeing real impact. My background is diverse: I've managed full P&L operations, led international business development, coordinated political campaigns, and navigated complex regulatory frameworks. This variety has taught me how to adapt quickly, think strategically, and execute under pressure. What Drives Me: I'm anchored by my family and guided by a commitment to honesty and creating meaningful impact. I value freedom to pursue opportunities on my own terms, security in building sustainable success, and growth that comes from continuous improvement. I'm not interested in just going through the motions, I want to work on things that matter. Current Focus: I'm finishing my MBA at Arizona State University with concentrations in Supply Chain Management, International Business, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership. I'm drawn to aerospace, defense, and space commerce - industries where technical complexity meets strategic importance and where innovative solutions drive real-world impact. I'm looking for opportunities where I can apply my operational experience to mission-critical challenges, build and scale systems, and work with teams that value execution as much as strategy. Whether that's optimizing supply chains for advanced systems, leading business development in government contracting, or building partnerships that accelerate technology deployment - I want to be where operators can make a difference. Core Capabilities: • Business Development & Strategic Partnerships • Operations Management & P&L Leadership • Supply Chain & Regulatory Compliance • Team Building & Cross-Functional Leadership • System Integration & Process Automation • Strategic Planning & Execution **U.S. Citizen | Security Clearance Eligible**