Academy Securities Taps National Security Veteran for Advisory Role
Academy Securities, the nation’s first Post-9/11 veteran-owned investment bank, has announced the addition of Yuval Joseph Zacks to its Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group.
Zacks brings over 40 years of military and intelligence experience, including senior roles at the CIA such as Deputy Assistant Director for Counterterrorism and Chief of Operations for the Counterterrorism Mission Center. He also served three tours as Chief of Station across the Middle East and South Asia, including a flagship post in the region.
Prior to his CIA career, Zacks spent 21 years as a U.S. Army Field Artillery officer, with assignments in South Korea and Germany, and served as Army Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. He also taught at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Strategic Insight for Clients
“Joe’s record of service and leadership speaks for itself,” said Academy CEO Chance Mims. “His experience across defense and intelligence sectors will bring tremendous perspective to our work.”
Zacks commented: “It is a great honor and privilege to join the distinguished ranks of Academy’s Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group. Insight leads to advantage in the business and investment communities. Academy’s clients are well-served by its commitment to cutting-edge analysis that brings depth and value to decision-making.”
A Career Built on National Security
Zacks holds a bachelor’s degree from the College of William & Mary and a master’s in public policy from Duke University. He is also a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
Academy Vice Chairman Phil McConkey added: “Joe has spent his career solving some of the toughest national security challenges. That kind of experience brings real depth to our Advisory Board.”
With Zacks’ addition, Academy Securities strengthens its geopolitical intelligence capabilities, supporting clients who rely on timely, in-depth analysis to navigate complex markets and international risk.
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