Phillip Pournelle serves as a Senior Operations Analyst and Wargame Designer at Group W, where he leverages his extensive military background and analytical expertise to enhance national defense strategies. With 26 years of dedicated service in the Navy and eight years focused on conducting comprehensive...
Phillip Pournelle serves as a Senior Operations Analyst and Wargame Designer at Group W, where he leverages his extensive military background and analytical expertise to enhance national defense strategies. With 26 years of dedicated service in the Navy and eight years focused on conducting comprehensive Net Assessments, Phillip brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. His current projects involve employing multi-method approaches, including wargaming and modeling and simulation (M&S), to dissect complex defense scenarios and identify critical questions that inform strategic decision-making.
At Group W, Phillip's work is pivotal in shaping the future of military operations. He utilizes his skills in intelligence analysis and technical writing to craft detailed reports and narratives that elucidate potential future trends in defense. His ability to lead teams and facilitate public speaking engagements allows him to effectively communicate insights to stakeholders, ensuring that the findings from wargames and assessments are actionable and relevant.
Phillip's Secret clearance, coupled with his eligibility for TS/SCI, underscores his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and security in his analyses. His unique blend of military operations experience and advanced analytic techniques positions him as a key contributor to Group W's mission of enhancing national security through informed strategy development. As he continues to explore innovative methodologies in defense analysis, Phillip remains dedicated to providing the right answers to the pressing questions facing today’s military landscape.