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American Red Cross President and CEO Gail McGovern to retire

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross announced today that Gail McGovern will retire as president and CEO of the humanitarian organization on June 30, 2024, after more than 15 years at the helm. In line with its succession plan, the Board of Governors elected Chief Operating Officer Cliff Holtz as the next president and CEO.

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  • Long-time Chief Operating Officer Cliff Holtz will assume president and CEO role on July 1, 2024
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross announced today that Gail McGovern will retire as president and CEO of the humanitarian organization on June 30, 2024, after more than 15 years at the helm.
  • In line with its succession plan, the Board of Governors elected Chief Operating Officer Cliff Holtz as the next president and CEO.
  • In addition, McGovern put the Red Cross on the path to financial stability by managing expenses, enhancing fundraising, and reinvesting in service delivery.
  • "The American Red Cross has been transformed under Gail's brilliant leadership," said chairman of the Board of Governors, Bonnie McElveen-Hunter.

Blue Star Families, Howard University, and The Chamberlain Project Recognize 75th Anniversary of Military Desegregation

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.

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  • Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.
  • "Civic responsibility and civic rights go hand in hand," said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families.
  • "The Chamberlain Project was founded to help bridge the civil-military divide, and we are proud to be a partner with Howard University and Blue Star Families in commemorating this important anniversary and recognizing the essential connection between our civil and military institutions."
  • At the commemoration, The Chamberlain Project announced Howard University's incoming Chamberlain Fellow, Colonel (Ret.)

MatrixSpace Adds Distinguished Military Leadership to Advisory Board for Strategic Guidance on Defense Industry Engagement

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

BURLINGTON, Mass., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MatrixSpace announces the addition of Lieutenant General Glenn Spears, US Air Force (retired), and Brigadier General Robert Hipwell, Ph.D, US Army (retired), to its Advisory Board, strengthening its engagement with the defense sector.

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  • The recently announced MatrixSpace Radar is the foundational product of this open architecture sensing platform.
  • Naval War College, Glenn served in the U.S. Air Force for over 33 years as a pilot and commander.
  • He commanded from squadron to numbered Air Force, in peacetime and combat, flying 16 types of military and commercial-derivative aircraft.
  • Additionally, Glenn provides peer reviews to the Institute for Defense Analyses and is a member of several industry advisory and veteran service organization boards.

CACI Named to Forbes Best Employer for Veterans 2022

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Monday, November 21, 2022

CACI International Inc ( NYSE: CACI ) announced today that it has been named to the Forbes 2022 list of Americas Best Employers for Veterans.

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  • CACI International Inc ( NYSE: CACI ) announced today that it has been named to the Forbes 2022 list of Americas Best Employers for Veterans.
  • This is CACIs third consecutive year being named to the list.
  • CACI has approximately 22,000 employees, 38% of whom are veterans, military spouses, or current members of the National Guard and Reserves.
  • John Mengucci , CACI President and Chief Executive Officer, said, It is an honor to have so many veterans as part of our workforce, providing invaluable technology and expertise across the federal government.

Introducing the New Smead

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

HASTINGS, Minn., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than 100 years, Smead has brought a spirit of innovation and integrity to keeping businesses and home offices organized. From manufacturing the first Bandless File System to mass-producing over 2 million wallets for the Armed Forces during WWII, Smead has shown its prowess to adapt and evolve as a company, while maintaining the highest quality craftsmanship. Today, Smead unveils its new rebrand, ushering in a new approach to uniting iconic legacy with a quintessential modern look. The new brand identity is rooted in Smead's heritage, innovation, and people — three key drivers defining Smead.

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  • Today, Smead unveils its new rebrand, ushering in a new approach to uniting iconic legacy with a quintessential modern look.
  • The new brand identity is rooted in Smead's heritage, innovation, and people three key drivers defining Smead.
  • Smead introduces a new visual identity, brand messaging, and website launch for a new and immersive shopping experience.
  • Innovation remains synonymous with the Smead name, with Smead repositioning itself in a new light; Casey Avent, CEO of Smead, is excited for the future, "With our new rebrand, and creation of a refreshed identity, Smead is prepared to take on the next century and continue our focus as a global leader in home and office products with strategic initiatives, product expansion, and continued growth.

National Defense University Congratulates Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients John McCain and Wilma Vaught

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Monday, July 18, 2022

"On behalf of the National Defense University, we salute Senator John McCain and Brigadier General Wilma Vaughttwo of our most distinguished alumnias 2022 recipients of our nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom," said NDU President, Lieutenant General Michael Plehn .

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  • "On behalf of the National Defense University, we salute Senator John McCain and Brigadier General Wilma Vaughttwo of our most distinguished alumnias 2022 recipients of our nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom," said NDU President, Lieutenant General Michael Plehn .
  • Congratulations again to the McCain family and to General Vaught on this high honor."
  • McCain graduated from the National War College in 1974 and was inducted into the NDU National Hall of Fame in 2017.
  • As the premier institution for national security education, NDU creates strategic advantage by developing leaders from all the military services and from across the national security community.

AMMO, Inc. Offers to Donate One Million Rounds of Ammunition to the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Support of Their Fight for Freedom

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Monday, February 28, 2022

Ammo Inc. is offering to donate 1 million rounds of ammunition to the Armed Forced of Ukraine in support of their fight for independence and freedom.

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  • Ammo Inc. is offering to donate 1 million rounds of ammunition to the Armed Forced of Ukraine in support of their fight for independence and freedom.
  • Ammo Inc. will formally offer to manufacture ammunition to donate to the Ukraine Armed Forces as they fight for their countrys continued independence.
  • We recognize that events are unfolding rapidly on the ground in Ukraine, and we are prepared to move quickly as possible to support Ukraine as it continues to defend itself and its freedom.
  • AMMO promotes branded munitions as well as its patented STREAK Visual Ammunition, /stelTH/ subsonic munitions, and armor piercing rounds for military use.

HomeSafe Alliance, a KBR led Joint Venture, Secures $20B Contract to Transform U.S. Military Moving Industry with Digital Solutions

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Friday, November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --HomeSafe Alliance LLC, a KBR (NYSE: KBR) led joint venture, has been awarded the global household goods contract by U.S. Transportation Command.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --HomeSafe Alliance LLC, a KBR (NYSE: KBR) led joint venture, has been awarded the global household goods contract by U.S. Transportation Command.
  • Under this contract, HomeSafe a joint venture between KBR and Tier One Relocation will modernize and infuse technology to improve the domestic and international relocation experience for all military personnel and their families.
  • "We are honored to partner with the military community around the globe," said Alan Thompson, HomeSafe CEO.
  • Our solution will significantly expand and reward quality performance and is an important catalyst in the transformation of the military household goods moving industry."