Dr. Yolanda Wade, ISP, SFPC

Dr. Yolanda Wade, ISP, SFPC, is a distinguished security expert and veteran leader in the defense and aerospace industry, with over three decades of combined military and civilian experience. As the Chief Executive Officer of STAVA LLC—Security Training & Vulnerability Assessments—she leads a mission-driven organization focused on evaluating and fortifying the security posture of schools, churches, and businesses across the United States. Her career is grounded in excellence, having previously served as a Senior Industrial Security Manager at Boeing, where she managed security operations for over 50,000 cleared personnel and directed a multimillion-dollar budget across multiple sites.
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With a Doctorate in Homeland Security from Colorado Technical University and multiple advanced certifications, Dr. Wade is a trailblazer in industrial security, risk management, and counterintelligence. Her leadership extends beyond business; she is a passionate advocate for empowering Black women professionals, especially in male-dominated industries. A 2021 Women of Color STEM All-Star Award winner and a 2023 BEYA Modern-Day Technology Leader, Dr. Wade brings not only technical mastery but also a fierce commitment to mentorship, equity, and strategic innovation in national security.

• Industrial Security Professional
• Facility Security Officer
• ICS 100 - Intro to Incident Command System
• ICS 200 - ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• IS 700 - National Incident National Incident Management System (NIMS) An Introduction
• IS 800 - National Response Framework, An Introduction
• Introduction to Six Sigma
• Lean Six Sigma (White Belt)
• Security Fundamental Professional Certification

• Colorado Technical University
• Colorado Technical University- Master's
• Columbia College- Bachelor's
• Coastline College- Associate's

• NCMS
• Chief Petty Officer's Association