Advanced Technology International (ATI), a leader in R&D collaboration management, has named Mica Dolan as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2025, following the retirement of Julia Martin after a successful leadership transition.
Mica Dolan named ATI’s new CEO, effective December 1, 2025.
Dolan brings over 20 years of experience in R&D acquisition solutions.
Julia Martin retires after 25 years, leaving a legacy of leadership.
Martin guided ATI through pivotal organizational enhancements.
Dolan’s strategic vision to drive ATI’s next phase of growth.
ATI remains a key player in managing innovation ecosystems.
Mica Dolan, currently ATI’s President and COO, has been appointed as the new CEO of Advanced Technology International, effective December 1, 2025. With more than two decades of experience in leading flexible R&D acquisition solutions for government and industry, Dolan is poised to steer ATI into its next growth phase. Her expertise in strategic growth and operational excellence positions her to enhance ATI’s role as the curator of the largest private sector innovation ecosystem.
“We are pleased to welcome Mica as ATI’s new President and CEO. Her extensive experience, business expertise and strategic vision make her well-suited to lead ATI into its next phase of growth,” stated Chris Van Metre, Chair of the Board.
Julia Martin, who served as ATI’s CEO after her tenure as Chief Financial Officer, will retire following a seamless transition. Over her 25-year career, Martin drove significant organizational enhancements, strengthening ATI’s foundation for future success. Her leadership has been instrumental in establishing ATI as a trusted partner in R&D collaboration.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Julia for her dedicated service and leadership at ATI over more than twenty-five years. Julia’s contributions have left a lasting mark on ATI, and she is widely regarded as one of the most knowledgeable and passionate executives in our industry. The Board and I extend our best wishes for a joyful, fulfilling and well-earned retirement,” stated Chris Van Metre, Chair of the Board.
Under Dolan’s leadership, ATI is expected to build on its reputation for accelerating technology acquisition through collaboration. The transition ensures continuity in ATI’s mission to address national challenges through innovative R&D solutions, leveraging its extensive network of industry, academia, and government experts.
This leadership transition marks a significant milestone for ATI, reinforcing its commitment to driving innovation and collaboration. With Dolan at the helm, ATI is well-positioned to continue delivering impactful solutions for the federal government and its partners.
ATI, a public-service nonprofit based in Summerville, S.C., builds and manages collaborations that conduct research and development of new technologies to solve our nation’s most pressing challenges. Fueled by a community of experts from industry, academia, and government, ATI accelerates impact by using the power of collaboration to help the federal government quickly acquire novel technologies.
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