ADS, Inc.
ADS, Inc. (Atlantic Diving Supply) is a leading value-added logistics and supply chain solutions provider serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state and local government organizations, law enforcement agencies, first responders, partner nations, and the defense industry. Founded in 1997 in Virginia Beach, VA, ADS has grown into a Top 50 Department of Defense Contractor, recognized for its commitment to legendary customer service, broad procurement options, and innovative product and service offerings. The company is deeply rooted in its community, supporting military families, veterans, and first responders through scholarships, corporate giving, and ongoing service. ADS upholds the highest standards of business ethics, compliance, and quality, as demonstrated by its AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 14001:2015 certifications.
ADS, Inc.
What We Do
A full range of aerospace products for military and government use.
Products supporting command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.
Military clothing and individual equipment for operational readiness.
Counter weapons of mass destruction, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive equipment.
Expeditionary products including shelters, power, and water systems.
Medical supplies, training kits, and human performance products.
MRO products for facility and equipment maintenance.
Weapons, optics, and related training and simulation products.
Comprehensive aerospace equipment and solutions for defense and government customers.
Integrated solutions in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance, including communications, IT, intel, and UAS.
Solutions for countering weapons of mass destruction, including CBRNE, EOD, fire emergency services, maritime & diving, and unmanned ground systems.
Expeditionary equipment and support, including power & water systems, large span shelters, and soft wall shelters.
Medical equipment, human performance, operational medicine, and tactical field medicine solutions for defense and first responders.
Maintenance, repair, and operational support for military and government facilities.
Provision of clothing and individual equipment for military and defense personnel.
Weapons, optics, simulations, training, and thermal sight solutions for defense applications.
Development and delivery of innovative solutions to address unique customer challenges.
Support and solutions for U.S. partner nations and international defense customers.
Programs for fielding, sustainment, research, solutions development, and testing of defense equipment.
Application Area
Show LessBattlefield Resuscitation
Digital Health Technologies
Key People
CEO
Vice President, Customer Focus
Vice President, Contracts
Senior Inside Sales Rep
Supplier Account Manager, Exped Team
Regional Account Manager, NAVSEA team
News & Updates
ADS is ranked as the #1 contractor for the Defense Logistics Agency.
ADS is recognized among the top 25 federal contractors in the United States.
ADS is ranked among the top 75 contractors for the General Services Administration.
ADS is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer for 2023.
ADS is recognized as a Military Friendly Spouse Employer for 2023.
ADS is named a Top Work Place in Distribution for 2024 by Inside Business.
ADS is certified as a Great Place to Work in the USA.
ADS is recognized as one of America’s 5th fastest growing private companies.
ADS is recognized as a top veteran-friendly company.
ADS is ranked as the 16th best place to work in Virginia.
ADS has received the Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
ADS is recognized as one of the nation’s best and brightest companies to work for.
ADS holds the AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, demonstrating its commitment to quality management in aerospace and defense.
ADS is certified to ISO 14001:2015, reflecting its commitment to environmental management standards.
ADS expands its warehouse capacity in Virginia Beach, enhancing logistics and support capabilities.
ADS maintains a strong relationship with the National Guard Association of the United States through active participation in its annual conference.
A feature on BeaverFit, one of ADS's strategic suppliers.
ADS continues its tradition of excellence with ongoing sales training programs.
ADS donates $10,000 to the annual 'Road to Hope' cycling fundraiser, supporting families of fallen police officers.
ADS announces executive leadership changes for 2025, including John Dunn joining the Board of Directors and new executive appointments.
The ADS Mission Give Back Foundation opens its 2023 scholarship program to graduating high school seniors from military, law enforcement, and first responder families.
Levi Wilson, Vice President, Customer Focus, delivers a keynote speech on leadership and accountability at a Coast Guard event.
Director of Corporate Quality, Kim Hulin, leads ADS to earn the AS9100 certification, expanding aerospace contract opportunities.
ADS employees support retired and wounded veterans during the USO Warrior Week Cycling Expedition through the Mission Give Back Foundation.
General Counsel and Executive Vice President Adam Casagrande is named to Virginia Business' 2018 Legal Elite list for Corporate Counsel.
Adam Casagrande is named one of Virginia’s 'In-House Leaders in the Law' for 2019 by Virginia Lawyers Media.
Nikki Williams joins ADS as Director of Compliance and Assistant General Counsel, leading the new Office of Compliance.
Graham Kessler joins ADS to lead product development and integration, focusing on innovative solutions for core markets.
ADS supports Active Valor, a non-profit that mentors children of fallen service members by pairing them with veterans.
ADS hosts Warrior West 2025, a major defense industry event in San Diego, CA, on April 9-10, 2025.
ADS hosts Warrior East 2025, a key industry event in Virginia Beach, VA, on June 25-26, 2025.
ADS participates in the 147th General Conference & Exhibition of the National Guard Association of the United States in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, August 22, 2025.
ADS attends the Air Force Association's Air Space & Cyber Conference at National Harbor, Maryland, September 22, 2025.
ADS participates in the AUSA Annual Meeting at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., October 13, 2025.