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Colonel Todd C. Hanks joins DCOH’s advisory board

11 Sep 2026

DCOH’s advisory board has welcomed the recent appointment of Colonel Todd C. Hanks, U.S. Army (Retired). Colonel Hanks brings extensive senior military leadership, strategic planning and logistics experience from a distinguished career with the United States Army, including senior roles supporting operations throughout the Indo-Pacific and internationally.

With strong connections to Australia, Todd Hanks completed a U.S. Army War College Fellowship at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute in Canberra, and as an advisory board member, will provide DCOH with important insight on Defence industry trends and emerging priorities, as well as the expansion of Australian–United States Defence partnerships.

DCOH Managing Director and CEO, Shane Dignan, welcomed Colonel Hanks and said his strategic insight and international experience would be invaluable in helping identify opportunities, strengthening relationships and positioning the business for sustainable long-term growth.

“We’re delighted to welcome Todd to the DCOH Advisory Board. His depth of experience, understanding of the Indo-Pacific and knowledge of Defence capability will bring an important perspective to our board as we continue to build our presence and capability within the Defence sector,” said Mr Dignan.