Servant leadership meets transformational leadership.

Jacob Furbee, MBA (Group President & CEO for XFS Global and BondCote®)

Strategic Business Leader | Growth Architect | High-Performance Culture Builder | USMC Veteran

Jacob is a dynamic, transformational leader with a proven track record of turning around underperforming businesses and scaling organizations for sustainable growth. A United States Marine Corps veteran, Jacob applies the discipline, resilience, and strategic execution honed in the military to the corporate world. His ability to navigate complexity, drive operational excellence, and build high-performance teams has consistently delivered measurable impact across multiple industries.

Jacob holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration & Management from Campbell University and an MBA from Liberty University. With deep expertise in business strategy, financial management, and operational optimization, he has led business turnarounds, corporate transitions, and M&A integrations, positioning companies for long-term profitability and market leadership. He is known for identifying inefficiencies, streamlining operations, and aligning teams with strategic objectives to unlock new levels of performance. His leadership philosophy centers on fostering winning cultures, empowering talent, and creating environments where people and businesses thrive.

Jacob’s leadership extends beyond strategy—he is a hands-on executive who excels in high-growth and high-pressure environments. Whether revitalizing struggling businesses, scaling operations to meet increased demand, or leading large-scale transformations, he brings an unwavering focus on results, efficiency, and sustainable success. His ability to inspire teams, foster collaboration, and implement data-driven decision-making has made him a trusted leader in driving business excellence.

Jacob is a recognized thought leader in business transformation, turnaround strategy, leadership development, and operational excellence.

Paul Wilcox (Group Chief Revenue Officer for XFS Global and BondCote®)

Paul Wilcox is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of driving revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic transformation in the defense industry. As Chief Revenue Officer of Bondcote Performance Textiles, Paul brings a results-driven approach to business development, leveraging decades of expertise in sales, marketing, and global strategy to propel the company forward.

A retired U.S. Marine, Paul’s leadership is rooted in discipline, adaptability, and a mission-oriented mindset—qualities that have shaped his ability to navigate complex business landscapes and drive high-performance outcomes. With a deep understanding of the warfighters mission, he has been instrumental in forging key partnerships, optimizing go-to-market strategies, and identifying new revenue streams that align with customer needs and industry advancements.

During his career, Paul has held executive roles where he successfully scaled businesses, expanded market share, and cultivated high-performing teams that consistently exceeded revenue targets. His ability to blend strategic vision with execution has made him a driving force in shaping the future of the industry.

Paul is focused on accelerating growth by aligning commercial strategy with operational execution, ensuring that customers receive best-in-class solutions backed by world-class service. His passion for leadership, customer engagement, and performance-driven results continues to set new benchmarks in the market.