Rear Adm. (Ret.) Andrew Loiselle, Former Director of Air Warfare (OPNAV N98), Joins Pallas Advisors

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August 25, 2025

Washington, DC — Pallas Advisors is pleased to announce that Rear Adm. (Ret.) Andrew Loiselle will be joining the firm as a Principal following his distinguished 35-year career in the United States Navy. He brings extensive experience in naval aviation, carrier strike group operations, and defense resource planning. He most recently served as Director of Air Warfare (OPNAV N98), advising the Chief of Naval Operations on aviation requirements, resourcing, and future capabilities.

Loiselle is recognized as a dynamic and operationally experienced leader, having commanded at every level from squadron through aircraft carrier to carrier strike group. A career fighter pilot, he flew F-14s and F/A-18s during multiple deployments worldwide. Ashore, he held key Pentagon and joint assignments, including on the Joint Staff (J35 and J7) and as executive assistant to the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Operations, Plans, and Strategy (N3/N5), giving him deep exposure to the Navy’s budgeting, acquisition, and force-planning processes.

“Rear Adm. Loiselle’s extensive experience in naval aviation, ship operations, budgeting, and acquisition makes him an invaluable addition to our team,” said Sally Donnelly, Founding Partner at Pallas Advisors. “He brings unique expertise that will help our clients navigate today’s dynamic defense and security environment.”

“I am thrilled to join Pallas Advisors,” said Rear Adm. Loiselle. “Today’s national security landscape is more complex than ever. I look forward to helping organizations tackle these challenges and deliver innovative solutions that enhance defense capabilities.”

Loiselle is a graduate of Assumption College, the Naval Postgraduate School, and the Navy’s Nuclear Power School. His personal awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Air Medal.