Marryam Chaudhry
President & CEO (founder)
Founder, President & CEO, XR 2 LEAD
Marryam Chaudhry is a pioneering force in defense technology and digital transformation, leading groundbreaking initiatives at the intersection of extended reality and national security. As the founder and CEO of XR 2 LEAD, a distinguished WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business) company, she architects next-generation solutions for defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure challenges.
Defense & National Security Leadership
Marryam’s strategic vision has positioned XR 2 LEAD at the forefront of defense innovation through:
- Pioneering AI-adaptive training solutions in immersive environments for defense applications.
- Developing cutting-edge Digital Twins for critical infrastructure protection solutions.
- Creating innovative Digital Wargaming & XR solutions for military & commercial operations.
- Predictive analytics using data to drive rapid decision making.
- Spearheading change management solutions for logistics command.
Defense Industry Recognition &Influence
Her prestigious positions within the defense and technology sectors include:
- Selected as Mentor Expert for NATO-DIANA
- Chair for IITSEC Education Committee 2025
- Deputy Chair for the IITSEC Education Committee 2024
- Lead for I/ITSEC's annual signature "Black Swan" event
- NDIA Logistics Management Division Planning
- DSET National Representatives-USA
- DSET New Frontiers- Committee Member
- Department of Air Force and Space Force Modelling & Simulation Conference Commiitee
- Committee Member for the annual I/ITSEC Conference
- Military training and simulation advances
- Organizational change in defense sectors
- Technology integration in critical infrastructure
- Leadership in defense transformation
Her executive coaching and change management expertise has influenced thousands of professionals across defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure sectors. Through XR 2 LEAD, Marryam continues to pioneer solutions that enhance national security capabilities while building resilient organizations prepared for future challenges.
As a woman leader in defense technology, she exemplifies how diverse leadership drives innovation in national security. Her commitment to excellence and transformation continues to shape the future of defense technology and organizational effectiveness.
