CAPT Mark Fava, USN (Ret.): Military Discipline, Legal Precision, and Leading at Boeing

CAPT Mark Fava, USN (Ret.)—Navy Veteran, aviation attorney, and senior Boeing executive—joins Veteran Led to discuss how military precision fuels legal and corporate leadership.From serving as aide to a Navy admiral to managing legal fallout during 9/11 at Delta Air Lines, Fava shares real-world leadership lessons rooted in military discipline. Now a Vice President at Boeing, he explains how Veterans can leverage their training to lead with clarity, make high-stakes decisions, and mentor the next generation.In this episode, host John S. Berry explores how preparation, humility, and mission-focus drive success beyond the uniform—and why those who served are uniquely equipped to thrive in business.Key topics covered:Leadership lessons from being an admiral’s aideCrisis management during 9/11 at DeltaTransitioning military skills into law and businessHow to mentor (and be mentored) effectivelyDecision-making under pressure at Boeing