Academy Securities, the nation’s first Post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank, today announced the addition of Lieutenant General (Ret.) Steven L. Basham to its Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group.

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Lieutenant General Steven L. Basham

Lieutenant General (Ret.) Basham brings over three decades of distinguished military leadership and strategic insight to the Academy team. Most recently, he served as Deputy Commander of United States European Command (EUCOM), where he played a critical role in overseeing U.S. military operations, building allied partnerships, and enhancing transatlantic security. His prior leadership assignments include Deputy Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa, as well as key strategic planning and operations roles at the Pentagon.

“General Basham’s deep understanding of global security dynamics and his exemplary leadership throughout a decorated Air Force career make him an invaluable addition to our Geopolitical Intelligence Group,” said Academy’s Chairman and CEO Chance Mims. “His insights will greatly enhance our ability to deliver critical geopolitical analysis to our clients navigating today’s complex global environment.”

Lieutenant General Basham commented on joining the firm: “I am thrilled and honored to join such a professional, dedicated group. It is exciting to become part of a team that identifies opportunities within a dynamic geopolitical environment.”

General Basham is a decorated pilot with more than 3,400 flying hours, primarily in the B-1, B-2, and B-52 bombers. He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering Technology from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, a master’s degree in Strategic Studies from the Army War College, and has completed multiple advanced military leadership and strategy programs.

“General Basham’s strategic expertise and real-world experience will enhance our ability to deliver impactful geopolitical insights to our clients,” said Academy’s Vice Chairman Phil McConkey.

About Academy Securities

Academy Securities is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer and a preeminent veteran owned investment bank with strengths in capital markets, asset management, public finance, geopolitical intel, fixed income, and equity trading. Leadership and staff have had intensive military training prior to entering and gaining in-depth financial services experience in global capital markets. We are mission driven with a high ethical code, a solid sense of accountability and strive for excellence in the pursuit of our clients’ success. Academy is our nation’s first post-9/11 veteran owned and operated investment bank and is certified as a DVBE, SDVOB, and MBE. The firm has a strong top and middle tier client base served by a national platform with offices in New York, Chicago, San Diego, Chapel Hill, Louisville, Austin, Dallas, Sacramento and West Palm Beach. Information about Academy Securities is available at www.academysecurities.com.

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“His insights will greatly enhance our ability to deliver critical geopolitical analysis to our clients navigating today’s complex global environment.”