Leadership
Iron Gate's leadership brings more than 50 years of combined executive, operational, and transformation experience helping government, defense, financial services, and commercial organizations strengthen governance, improve execution, and deliver measurable mission outcomes.
Leadership Philosophy
Governance. Accountability. Results.
At Iron Gate, leadership is measured by outcomes—not titles. We believe successful transformation requires disciplined governance, accountable leadership, trusted data, and consistent execution. Every engagement is guided by practical experience, strategic thinking, and a commitment to delivering measurable value.
Executive Leadership Team
François Benoit
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Veteran executive with extensive experience supporting defense and federal organizations.
Executive Highlights
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Executive (SDVOSB)
Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance
Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
Defense & Federal Mission Support
Operational Excellence & Organizational Growth
Cheryl Benoit, PMP, CSM, DCAM
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Data Officer
Executive advisor specializing in AI governance, enterprise data governance, and transformation leadership.
Executive Highlights
Executive Leader in AI Governance & Enterprise Data Governance
30+ Years Executive Leadership
Program & Portfolio Leadership
Governance & Risk Management
Executive Advisor
Executive Experience
30+
Years Executive Leadership
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50+
Years Combined Experience
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Government
Defense
Financial Services
Commercial
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AI Governance
Data Governance
Transformation
Mission Readiness
Professional Credentials & Qualifications
François Benoit
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
A seasoned executive with extensive leadership experience supporting government, defense, and commercial organizations through strategic planning, operational leadership, mission execution, and organizational growth. François brings a disciplined, mission-focused approach to helping organizations strengthen governance, improve operational performance, and achieve lasting results.
Executive Highlights
Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Executive
Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance
Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
Defense & Federal Mission Support
Operational Excellence & Organizational Growth
Cheryl Benoit, PMP, CSM, DCAM
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Data Officer
A seasoned executive with more than 30 years of leadership experience supporting government, financial services, and commercial organizations through governance, strategic transformation, executive advisory, and organizational modernization. Cheryl brings a disciplined, governance-first approach to helping organizations strengthen decision-making, improve operational performance, and deliver measurable, lasting results.
Executive Highlights
Executive Leader in AI Governance & Enterprise Data Governance
30+ Years of Executive Leadership Experience
Project Management Professional (PMP®)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM®)
Data Management Capability Assessment Model (DCAM®) Certified
Program & Portfolio Leadership
Digital Transformation & Organizational Change
Governance, Risk Management & Executive Advisory
Ready to Strengthen Your Organization?
Whether your organization is preparing for modernization, strengthening governance, improving mission readiness, or navigating complex transformation, Iron Gate is ready to help.
Let’s discuss how disciplined governance and executive leadership can help your organization achieve measurable results.