{"id":134113,"date":"2026-03-23T13:30:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-23T17:30:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/?p=134113"},"modified":"2026-03-23T12:07:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:07:08","slug":"by-light-appoints-diane-hockenberry-as-its-chief-marketing-officer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/by-light-appoints-diane-hockenberry-as-its-chief-marketing-officer\/","title":{"rendered":"By Light Appoints Diane Hockenberry as its Chief Marketing Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"

MCLEAN, Va., March 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), a leading provider of advanced technology solutions delivering cyber and warfighter training platforms for Defense and National Security missions, today announced the appointment of Diane Hockenberry as Chief Marketing Officer.<\/p>\n

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In this executive leadership role, Hockenberry will oversee enterprise marketing, brand strategy, and product commercialization across By Light\u2019s Cyber and Modeling, Simulation & Training divisions. Her focus will include advancing the company\u2019s market position as a provider of mission-ready technologies that integrate cutting-edge commercial innovation with deep operational expertise.<\/p>\n

Hockenberry brings more than 25 years of experience leading marketing, communications, branding, and strategic initiatives across technology, aerospace, and defense organizations. Most recently, she served as Senior Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing at Trident (formerly LightRidge Solutions), a private equity-backed defense technology portfolio. Her prior leadership roles include directing corporate communications at Iridium Communications and leading marketing and engagement at WAMU 88.5, Washington, DC\u2019s NPR affiliate.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy Light is accelerating growth through innovation\u2014delivering next-generation cyber mission environments and AI-enabled training systems that redefine mission readiness,\u201d said Bob Donahue, CEO of By Light. \u201cDiane\u2019s leadership and experience bridging commercial innovation with mission-driven solutions will help ensure our capabilities are represented with the same precision and impact with which they\u2019re built.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hockenberry joins By Light at a pivotal time as the company expands its product portfolio and deepens its focus on delivering integrated, technology-forward solutions across defense and federal markets. Backed by Sagewind Capital, By Light is leveraging its long-standing mission partnership with the Department of Defense to accelerate innovation in cyber readiness, synthetic and live training, and advanced modeling environments.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy Light is leading the way in advancing innovation across cybersecurity and Modeling, Simulation & Training,\u201d said Hockenberry. \u201cOur technologies are transforming how warfighters prepare, train, and operate\u2014driving greater realism, resilience, and readiness across modern defense missions. I\u2019m honored to join a team whose expertise and ingenuity are shaping the future of national security.\u201d<\/p>\n

About By Light Professional IT Services<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Light Professional IT Services LLC, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions delivering cyber and warfighter training platforms for Defense and National Security missions. The company operates two divisions\u2014Cyber and Modeling, Simulation & Training\u2014providing advanced cyber mission environments, synthetic training systems, and AI-enabled live training that prepare forces for modern conflict. By combining mission expertise with cutting-edge commercial technologies, By Light enables defense organizations to predict, prepare, and prevail with greater speed, realism, and operational advantage.<\/p>\n

For the latest information on By Light\u2019s portfolio of products, solutions, and commercial capabilities, visit https:\/\/bylight.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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