Osage LLC names Executive Director of Skyway Range new CEO Randall Burke (right). After five years of service, Osage LLC's Russell Goff (left) will move to a new position as strategic advisor.
Skyway Range Executive Director Randall Burke will assume the role of CEO
TULSA, Oklahoma — Skyway Range Executive Director Randall Burke has been named Chief Executive Officer of the Osage LLC, effective April 6. Burke replaces Russell Goff, who has led Osage LLC as CEO for the past five years. Goff will transition into a new role as Senior Advisor to the Osage LLC Board of Directors. Skyway Range is a subsidiary of Osage LLC, a wholly owned company and economic engine of the Osage Nation.
Over the past five years, Goff has guided Osage LLC through a period of significant expansion, strengthening the company’s capacity, expanding its strategic advantages and delivering four consecutive years of profitability and dividends to the Osage Nation. Under his leadership, the company also achieved a more than 300 percent increase in total assets.
“Serving as CEO of Osage LLC has been one of the greatest honors of my career,” Goff said. “I am incredibly proud of the team we have built and the momentum we have created in service to the Osage Nation. I look forward to continuing to support the Board and leadership team in this next chapter and am confident that Osage LLC’s best days are ahead.”
New CEO Randall Burke brings decades of experience in advanced mobility, aerospace innovation, and strategic operations. Named Executive Director of Skyway Range, a business unit of Osage LLC, in 2024, he has played a key role in positioning the organization as a national leader in unmanned aerial systems and emerging technologies. Burke is an Air Force veteran, a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation and a member of the Chickasaw Warrior Society.
“I am honored by the Osage LLC Board of Directors’ trust instilled in me and am excited to step into this role at such an important time for Osage LLC,” Burke said. “We have a strong foundation, an exceptional team, and tremendous opportunities ahead. I look forward to building on our success, expanding our impact, and continuing to create long-term economic value for the Osage Nation.”
Burke has more than 36 years of aviation and program experience. Prior to joining Osage LLC and Skyway Range, he served as an executive with the FAA. Prior to the FAA, he was the Vice President of Operations and Accountable Manager for Aircraft Propeller Service, LLC. He also served in the U.S. Air Force for more than 26 years, reaching the rank of Colonel. Burke has a Bachelor of Science Degree from the United States Air Force Academy and a Master of Science Degree in International Relations from Troy State University.
Osage LLC Board Chairman Scott Johnson expressed appreciation for Goff’s leadership and confidence in the company’s future.
“Russell’s leadership over the past five years has been transformative,” Chairman Johnson said. “He helped build a strong foundation for sustained growth, expanded our capabilities, and delivered meaningful returns to the Osage Nation. We are grateful for his continued service as Senior Advisor and for the stability he brings during this transition. The Board is confident that Randy is the right leader to build on this success and guide Osage LLC into its next phase.”
Osage LLC will continue to execute its strategic vision across its diverse portfolio of business units, supporting economic development, innovation, prosperity and creating jobs for Osage Nation members.
