Professional Biography
Rustin Jessup leads business development for Planning & Construction Advisory Services. He brings over 20 years of leadership experience overseeing large, multidisciplinary teams and managing multi-billion-dollar project portfolios across a range of industries.
Rustin’s background spans strategic operations in the defense, aerospace, automotive, and construction sectors. A U.S. Army Veteran, he served with distinction as an Airborne Ranger and Infantry Commander during combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. His military leadership and industry expertise combine to bring a disciplined, results-driven approach to operations management at YA Group.
Professional Experience
- Vice President, Business Development | YA Group | 2026 - Current
- Director of Business Development | YA Group | 2025 - 2026
- Chief Operating Officer | WiTricity Corporation | 2024 - 2025
- Project Manager | Command-Control-Communication Networks | 2022 - 2024
- Corporate Consultant | Motorola Solutions Inc. | 2021 - 2023
- Director of Operations | Defense Intelligence Agency | 2018 - 2021
- Product Director | Cruise Missile Defense Systems | 2016 - 2018
- Division Chief | Capability Development & Integration Directorate, Maneuver | 2012 - 2014
- Infantry Officer | US Army | 2004 - 2012
Education
- Master of Business Administration, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California
- Bachelor of Science, Engineering Management, United States Military Academy, West Point, New York