President & CEO
President & CEO LDR Consultancy L.L.C.
H.E. Dr. Stephen A. Toumajan
H.E. Dr. Stephen Toumajan has over 30 years of executive and operational experience in aviation, defense, and strategic consultancy, including 20 years in senior leadership roles within the UAE. As the President and CEO of LDR Consultancy L.L.C., he brings unparalleled expertise in strategic planning, defense operations, and aerospace management, guiding organizations toward sustained growth and operational excellence.
As Commander and Senior Aviation Advisor for the UAE Joint Aviation Command (JAC), Dr. Toumajan was responsible for overseeing the combat readiness and training of UAE aviation forces, leading vital aviation programs, and managing Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) initiatives that strengthened the UAE’s defense capabilities and global partnerships. As the General Manager of the National Search and Rescue Center (NSRC), he directed national search and rescue operations, ensuring the training, readiness, and effectiveness of the UAE’s rotor-wing aviation teams. During his tenure in these positions, Dr. Toumajan oversaw the acquisition and fielding of over 300 aircraft for the UAE armed forces and NSRC, including CH-47s, AH-64D/Es, UH-60L/Ms, AW-139s, B-407s, and Twin Otters. including CH-47s, AH-64D/Es, UH-60L/Ms, AW-139s, B-407s, and Twin Otters.
With a distinguished military career encompassing various strategic and operational roles, Dr. Toumajan served as a U.S. Special Operations Aviation Officer and combat pilot. He also held the position of Battalion Aviation Task Force Commander in Iraq, overseeing high-stakes missions in complex operational environments. His leadership extended to the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, and the elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), where he made a significant impact in special operations aviation, strategic planning, and combat leadership.
Recognized for his exceptional service and leadership, Dr. Toumajan has been awarded the Bronze Star and possesses Master Aviator Wings, Senior Jumpmaster certification, the Ranger Tab, and various advanced military qualifications. He has also served as an instructor and subject matter expert at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and the Combined Arms Center, where he mentored and developed the next generation of military leaders.
Beyond his military and aviation career, Dr. Toumajan has made a significant impact on the aerospace and defense industry. For over a decade, he founded and led the UAE Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) and served on the Boards of Directors for Global Aerospace Logistics (GAL), Knowledge Point (KP) International, and AMMROC Maintenance Company, shaping the strategic direction of key defense and aerospace organizations.
Dr. Toumajan earned a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) from OUS in 2021, an Executive MBA from Benedictine College in 2000, and a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Marketing from UNC-Wilmington in 1987. He is also a graduate of Marion Military Institute and Hargrave Military Academy.
With a proven track record of leadership, operational excellence, and strategic impact, Dr. Toumajan remains dedicated to advancing LDR Consultancy’s mission of providing world-class advisory services in the defense, aerospace, and government sectors, assisting organizations in navigating challenges and achieving long-term success.