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Todd Oakes

Commander · DISC type D
Chief Operating Officer (COO)-Fractional at Diogenes
📍 Ashburn, Virginia, United States

As a fractional COO at Diogenes, Todd Oakes is a systems-thinking executive with over 30 years of experience in business strategy and strategic operations. He is currently focused on scaling the company by developing its operational systems for the launch of CyberGov™, an Agentic AI governance tool. He holds a BA from the Virginia Military Institute and an MS from George Mason University.

His social media activity suggests an interest in leadership dynamics and workforce trends, particularly concerning ageism and the role of introverted leaders. He also contemplates the future of corporate governance, pondering how data-driven boardrooms can bridge the gap between fiduciary decisions and operational reality.

People who have worked with him describe him as experienced in sales strategy, a good listener, and someone who possesses a strong communications style.

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Experience
36 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer (COO)-Fractional
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Personality Overview

How Todd shows up

Risk-Taker
Candid & Clear
Impact-Driven

They put a lot of effort into ensuring personal success. They respond well to strong and respectful communication. They are less concerned about the product and more about its potential impact.

Priorities

Topics Todd cares about

AI in Governance
He is the fractional COO for Diogenes, which is developing CyberGov™, an Agentic AI resource for governance, risk, and compliance.
Startup Scalability
His current role involves preparing his organization for accelerated growth and his headline identifies him as a "Startup & Early Stage Operator. "
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Chief Operating Officer (COO)-Fractional
Diogenes
7-2022 - 12-2025
Strategic Planning Senior Leader
Verizon Business
11-2019 - 7-2022
Principal Consultant, Smart Venues & Public Safety
Verizon Business
11-2017 - 11-2019
Advisory Board Member
One Human Service Network (OneHSN)
10-2016 - 11-2019
Defense and National Security
Verizon Business
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
BA
Virginia Military Institute
Master of Science - MS
George Mason University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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