Salvatore T. “Tory” Bruno

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As president and CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA), Salvatore T. “Tory” Bruno oversees one of the world’s most trusted and accomplished space launch organizations. Under his leadership, ULA has conducted more than 150 consecutive successful launches — a record that reflects unmatched reliability and technical mastery. Formed in 2006 through the combination of Boeing’s Delta and Lockheed Martin’s Atlas launch programs, ULA continues to play a central role in U.S. national security and space exploration. Bruno has guided the company through a new era of innovation with the Vulcan rocket family, built for greater efficiency, reusability, and performance. Renowned for his visionary leadership and commitment to sustainability, Bruno’s work ensures that ULA remains a pillar of American access to space. His career embodies the precision, courage, and forward-thinking spirit that define the aerospace industry’s most enduring achievements.
Inducted in 2024.
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