IDT Executive and Leadership Team

Bernard Gauf, the President & Chief Executive Officer at IDT, directs the overarching strategy and operational execution for the company's advanced automated solutions. Gauf spearheads the transformation of defense system integration and testing, ensuring the rapid delivery of warfare capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. His leadership focuses on enhancing software quality and streamlining complex processes, directly impacting the reduction of time and costs associated with defense system development. Bernard Gauf drives the company's vision as a thought leader in disruptive solutions, particularly championing initiatives like the Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) program. This strategic direction ensures IDT maintains its competitive edge and continues to deliver significant advancements in military readiness. The President & Chief Executive Officer's role involves aligning all departmental efforts with the company's core mission of improving defense system integration and testing.

Robert Hornbuckle, the Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Officer, Internal & Chief Operating Officer at IDT, manages the company's internal technology infrastructure and oversees critical operational functions. Hornbuckle ensures the seamless integration and efficient operation of IT systems that support the development of advanced automated solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense. This dual role involves architecting robust information security protocols and driving operational efficiencies across the organization. Robert Hornbuckle's leadership is vital in maintaining the high quality and rapid delivery of IDT's defense capabilities, directly supporting the company's mission to reduce time and costs. The Chief Operating Officer's responsibilities extend to optimizing internal processes and resource allocation, ensuring that the company's technological advancements are supported by a strong operational backbone. By managing internal IT and core operations, Hornbuckle enables the company to effectively implement its disruptive solutions.

David Ponticello, the Division President at IDT, directs specific operational divisions focused on delivering advanced automated solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense. Ponticello oversees the execution of projects that transform the integration and testing of complex defense systems, ensuring adherence to quality standards and cost-efficiency targets. His leadership is instrumental in driving the rapid delivery of warfare capabilities, directly supporting IDT's core mission. David Ponticello's responsibilities include managing divisional performance, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring that the division's contributions align with the company's strategic objectives, particularly in areas like the Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) initiative. The Division President's focus is on operational excellence and the successful implementation of disruptive solutions that enhance military readiness. This role ensures that specific business units achieve their performance goals and contribute effectively to IDT's overall success.

Katherine Weller, the Chief Human Resources Officer at IDT, leads all human capital strategies and talent management initiatives. Weller focuses on cultivating a high-performance culture that supports the development of advanced automated solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense. Her role is critical in attracting, retaining, and developing the specialized talent, including Systems and Software Engineers and Computer Scientists, essential for IDT's advancements in defense system integration and testing. Katherine Weller ensures that the company's workforce is aligned with its mission to improve quality and reduce time and costs in defense capabilities. The Chief Human Resources Officer oversees employee engagement, organizational development, and compensation strategies, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and the successful implementation of disruptive solutions like the ATRT initiative. This leadership ensures IDT has the skilled personnel to drive progress in military readiness.