“Ernesto has an incredible background & knowledge of crisis management in difficult environments where resilience is put into test. His analysis & evaluation capabilities for proper situational assessments are also remarkable specially for security & crime incidents such as kidnapping, organized-crime and terrorism. With his deep on-field experience that provide us a good understanding & perspective to prevent & react upon such matters.”
— Cesar Rojas (Bayer Regional Security Director, North LatAm Cluster) - Read on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
“…In moments of crisis, Ernesto’s leadership was vital. Following the 2004 terrorist attack on the U.S. Consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, he briefed the Marine Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (FAST) on the incident and ensured they had the logistical support to remain self-sufficient for at least 72 hours. His composure and proactive approach helped maintain stability in a volatile situation.
Likewise, during the high-profile Navy visit to Karachi, he collaborated closely with the U.S. Embassy, Pakistani authorities, and elite security teams to mitigate significant threats and ensure mission success…”
— Paul Ljuba (retired…last position: Capability Protection, Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS) Section Head - Read the whole review on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
“…Ernesto’s commitment to the warfighter was uncompromising, he was an astute manager and ATFP expert! Additionally, I was continually amazed at his ability to quickly resolve complex situations and focus his team on solving problems. His ability to handle diverse projects always demonstrated his ability, technical knowledge and flexibility to adapt to any situation.”
— Mark Kohlheim (President and CEO of Fair Winds Consulting, LLC) -Read the whole review on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
“…He taught and led through demonstrating the skills and traits most highly valued in our Command and throughout the Navy: exemplary work ethic, empathy, creativity, and the most remarkable can-do attitude I had ever encountered. Ernie built teams that included all levels of contributors, from interns to new professionals, to seasoned mid-career experts, to nationally recognized subject-matter experts and led each of them to stellar outcomes.
Ernesto Castro earned my complete faith and trust in him as a leader and a contributor. His experience as noted in his profile are as exceptional as listed and he has always been an asset to every endeavor in which he was involved.”
- Deborah Gill-Hesselgrave (Research Psychologist) - Read the whole review on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
“It is exceptionally rare to encounter a leader with the caliber, strategic acumen, and operational depth that Ernesto embodies…I witnessed firsthand his calm command presence, mission-first mindset, and precision in navigating high-pressure environments where failure was never an option.
He is not merely a crisis responder—he is a systems thinker who architecturally designs resilience into the mission. What differentiates Ernesto is his seamless integration of tactical expertise and executive vision. He quickly distills complexity into actionable insight, inspires confidence across all levels of an organization, and drives performance with purpose and clarity…”
-Dr. Calvin Nobles (Portfolio Vice President and Dean, School of Cybersecurity and Information Technology at University of Maryland Global Campus) - Read the whole review on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Ernie Castro at SPAWAR Systems Center Pacific (Now NIWC), where I served as the Homeland Security and Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Coordinator…His ability to synthesize intelligence, anticipate threats, and build proactive security frameworks is second to none.
Working with Ernie was an education in calm, decisive leadership under pressure. Whether it was safeguarding critical infrastructure or advancing cutting-edge threat intelligence programs, Ernie brought clarity, innovation, and unmatched commitment to mission success…”
- Sandi Lehan (Security Project Manager and Police Officer [retired]) - Read the whole review on my LinkedIn page: https://tinyurl.com/yhy5st74
