Dr. Philip D. Mann is an internationally recognized expert in project management, risk analysis, and safety-critical operations. As Senior Consultant—and sole practitioner—at Vector Strategic Consulting LLC, Dr. Mann leads each engagement personally, providing high-impact consulting, executive coaching, and advanced training to clients in transportation, infrastructure, aerospace, and other mission-critical sectors.

Dr. Mann is widely known for his authoritative analysis in global media, appearing regularly as a commentator on aviation safety, regulatory developments, and risk management. With more than twenty years of hands-on experience spanning federal government leadership, academic appointments, and complex consulting assignments, he brings a real-world perspective to every client project.

He is the author of the forthcoming book, The SCAR Framework: A Systematic Approach to AI Decision-Making in Critical Systems (part of the Real World Risk Management series), which distills his experience into practical tools for leaders tackling the realities of technology adoption and risk in high-consequence domains.

At Vector, Dr. Mann designs and delivers every solution himself—from boardroom strategy to certification exam prep—ensuring focused, results-driven service backed by international expertise and a reputation for clarity in the world’s most demanding environments.