Sean Ricker serves as the Chief Financial Officer of BIGBEAR.AI HOLDINGS INC., where he leads the company's financial strategy, investor relations, and capital allocation to support its mission of delivering AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. With over two decades of experience in finance and operations within high-growth technology and defense sectors, Ricker brings a proven track record of driving financial transformation and scaling businesses through complex market environments. He joined BIGBEAR.AI in 2023, playing a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency and positioning the company for sustained growth amid expanding AI adoption. Prior to BIGBEAR.AI, Ricker was CFO at SEAKR Engineering, a Raytheon Technologies portfolio company, where he spearheaded financial operations during its rapid expansion and successful acquisition. His earlier career includes serving as Vice President of Finance at BlackSky Technology, managing capital raises and financial planning for satellite intelligence services, as well as leadership positions at Deloitte Consulting, focusing on strategic advisory for government and commercial clients. Notable achievements include orchestrating multiple debt and equity financings totaling over $500 million and implementing cost-optimization initiatives that improved EBITDA margins by 25% at prior organizations. At BIGBEAR.AI, Ricker oversees treasury, accounting, tax, and compliance functions while fostering strategic partnerships and M&A opportunities to accelerate innovation. His expertise in navigating public markets and regulatory landscapes has been instrumental in BIGBEAR.AI's post-merger integration following its 2021 SPAC debut, ensuring robust financial health and shareholder value creation in a competitive AI landscape.