Our Team

Jesse Mauck

Jesse is a dynamic, multidisciplinary professional with over a decade of experience in construction, project management, finance, and operations. As the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of Phoenix Group of Virginia Inc., a defense contractor he acquired in July 2023, Jesse brings over five years of expertise in private equity. Committed to supporting veterans, he excels in delivering mission-critical solutions that drive impact and operational efficiency.
Brian Miller

Brian is a seasoned professional with 21 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Coast Guard, culminating as Deputy Director of Internal Controls at USCG Headquarters in Washington, D.C. He holds an MBA in Finance from William & Mary and a Bachelor of Science in Crisis, Emergency, and Disaster Management. Brian is also a Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) and a Project Management Professional (PMP), showcasing his expertise in financial oversight and project leadership.
Kenny Wilson

Mr. Lea-Wilson has over 7+ years of experience managing IT projects and contracts at the Department of State, including leading teams of over 50 contractors on contracts exceeding $1 billion. His recent role as a capture manager in business development has honed his expertise in aligning companies with strategic opportunities in federal contracting. With a Master’s in Cybersecurity and a passion for AI/ML technologies, he is committed to driving innovation and leveraging cutting-edge solutions across the tech landscape.

Company Timeline

Start

November 2021

Joined Axial and became a top 500 firm on the platform.

July 11th, 2023

Acquired ownership in Phoenix Group of Virginia Inc.

October 2023

Voted Best Aerospace & Defense M&A Advisory Firm for 2023 in North America by Acquisition International

November 2024

Brian Miller Joined Zigr

November 7th 2018

Establishment of Zigr Inc

January 2021

Reached 50+ clients serviced.

July 30th, 2023

Moved footprint from California to within the beltway of DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia).

December 2023

Created GOVFUND US LP, a dedicated Venture Capital Fund under Reg D 506(c) in Aerospace, Defense, Government, and Technology.