Dr. Glenn Rolader, one of the IS4S founders, continues to serve as president and CEO since its founding in 2008. He has more than 40 years of engineering and program management experience and has worked closely with a diverse group of industry, government, and academic organizations. That experience has made him an expert in managing complex organizations. In addition, he has a demonstrated understanding of multidisciplinary technologies, management of diverse, highly talented personnel, marketing of innovative ideas, financial management for complex programs, and formal program management including earned value, system engineering, and subcontract management.    

Prior to joining IS4S, Glenn worked at SAIC for 23 years in positions ranging from research engineer to manager of large programs. During that time, he developed a deep commitment to employee-ownership and control, which is a key tenet of IS4S. He has more than thirty publications, including thirteen in refereed journals, and he has been invited to present his research at several conferences.   

Glenn received his Bachelor, Master of Science, and Doctorate degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. While at Georgia Tech, Glenn was captain of the gymnastics team for 3 years and was inducted into the Georgia Tech Athletic Hall of Fame. His senior year, Glenn won the Robert Cup, awarded to the top student athlete each year at Georgia Tech.