Chandra Donelson to Step Down as Space Force CDAO

Chandra Donelson, the U.S. Space Force’s Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer, announced her departure after a two-year tenure focused on enhancing data and AI initiatives.
Donelson emphasized her team’s emphasis on supporting the warfighter, modernizing legacy systems, advancing AI-enabled capabilities, and enhancing space domain awareness.
She highlighted her key roles across various defense sector initiatives, including serving as the acting CDAO at the Department of the Air Force and holding positions within the Army and Central Command.
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