Deep Elected CEO of General Dynamics, Novakovic to Executive Chairman
Key Highlights
- ➤Danny Deep becomes General Dynamics CEO January 1, 2027
- ➤Phebe Novakovic transitions to executive chairman after serving as CEO since 2013
- ➤Deep has held General Dynamics leadership roles for 25 years
- ➤General Dynamics generated $52.6 billion revenue in 2025
Expert Statements
Phebe Novakovic, CEO of General Dynamics
“Danny is a highly skilled executive with rich operating experience. It has been a pleasure working closely with him and I am certain he will be an outstanding CEO”
Phebe Novakovic, CEO of General Dynamics
“I very much look forward to our continuing collaboration.”
Laura J. Schumacher, Independent lead director of General Dynamics
“On behalf of the board, we thank Phebe for her outstanding leadership and lasting contributions to General Dynamics,”
Laura J. Schumacher, Independent lead director of General Dynamics
“Phebe has led with vision, integrity and a deep commitment to our people and our Ethos. We have greatly benefitted from her efforts in setting a clear strategic vision, creating enduring value and in building a strong and capable leadership team.”
Laura J. Schumacher, Independent lead director of General Dynamics
“We look forward to her continuing role with the company and to working together with Danny,”
Laura J. Schumacher, Independent lead director of General Dynamics
“We have every confidence that he will continue the outstanding leadership and legacy that Phebe has exemplified.”
Danny Deep, President and incoming CEO of General Dynamics
“Phebe has been an extraordinary leader for General Dynamics, and I am grateful for the close partnership we've shared and the opportunity to continue working together in the future,”
Danny Deep, President and incoming CEO of General Dynamics
“I am profoundly honored to be selected as the next CEO of General Dynamics and humbled and deeply thankful for the board's confidence.”
Deep Elected CEO of General Dynamics, Novakovic to Executive Chairman PR Newswire
RESTON, Va., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) announced today that its board of directors has elected Danny Deep, who currently serves as president of the company, to be CEO, effective January 1, 2027. Deep will succeed Phebe Novakovic, who will transition to executive chairman after serving as CEO since 2013.
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