Recipients of the Legion of Merit

NSSA Names Studies Center in Honor of General Thomas Moorman (USAF)

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
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ARLINGTON, Va., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Security Space Association (NSSA), a U.S. trade association devoted solely to the U.S. defense and intelligence space enterprise, has re-named its Studies and Analysis Center the "Moorman Center for Space Studies."

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., March 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Security Space Association (NSSA), a U.S. trade association devoted solely to the U.S. defense and intelligence space enterprise, has re-named its Studies and Analysis Center the "Moorman Center for Space Studies."
  • The Center honors the late General Thomas S. Moorman Jr., U.S. Air Force (USAF), who passed away in June 2020.
  • The Moorman Center for Space Studies will continue to focus on research and thought papers that address the many important challenges and issues facing the national security space community.
  • Chair of the Moorman Center for Space Studies Chris Williams stated, "Gen. Moorman was a giant in the national security space community.

Powell Industries Announces Retirement Of Chairman Emeritus Thomas W. Powell

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Friday, March 5, 2021
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Mr. Powell's decision comes after more than 50 years of service having started with the Company in 1964.

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  • Mr. Powell's decision comes after more than 50 years of service having started with the Company in 1964.
  • Prior to his Chairman Emeritus role, Mr. Powell served as the Company's Chairman of the Board from 1984 through September 2019.
  • "It has been an honor to lead and be part of the Powell Industries family over the last several decades.
  • I am extremely proud of this Company and its 2,000 employees around the world and am certain that Powell's best years lie ahead," said Powell.

Military Intelligence Leader Lt. Gen. James Clapper Joins LookingGlass Advisory Board

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
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Reston, VA., Feb. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LookingGlass Cyber Solutions, a leader in operationalizing threat intelligence, announced the appointment today of Lt. Gen. James Clapper to its Advisory Board.

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  • Reston, VA., Feb. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LookingGlass Cyber Solutions, a leader in operationalizing threat intelligence, announced the appointment today of Lt. Gen. James Clapper to its Advisory Board.
  • In that position, he led the United States intelligence community and served as the top intelligence advisor to the President.
  • In addition, he simultaneously served as the first director of defense intelligence within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
  • Following his retirement from the military, Clapper worked in industry for six years as an executive in three companies focused on the Intelligence Community.

New Leaders Announced for Branch Operations and Greater Pensacola Operations

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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Navy Federal Credit Union , announced today that Captain Keith Hoskins (USN Retired), has been named to the role of executive vice president, branch operations and Kara Cardona has been selected to serve as the new leader of Greater Pensacola Operations.

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  • Navy Federal Credit Union , announced today that Captain Keith Hoskins (USN Retired), has been named to the role of executive vice president, branch operations and Kara Cardona has been selected to serve as the new leader of Greater Pensacola Operations.
  • Hoskins served as lead executive for Greater Pensacola Operations since April 2019.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210209006230/en/
    Captain Keith Hoskins (USN Retired), has been named to the role of Navy Federal's executive vice president, branch operations.
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    Keith Hoskins has been a tremendous leader for Greater Pensacola Operations, said Debbie Calder, chief operating officer for Navy Federal.

U.S Navy Memorial Interviews MCPON Russ Smith on Current Status of Sea Services

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Navy Memorial was honored to have Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith as the featured guest for its February 3rd SITREP (Situation Report).

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Navy Memorial was honored to have Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Russell Smith as the featured guest for its February 3rd SITREP (Situation Report).
  • MCPON Smith began his military career as an airman in 1988, later becoming a weapons technician and intelligence specialist.
  • In a constant effort to bring our mission to a wider audience, the United States Navy Memorial is utilizing digital outreach through the SITREP series.
  • With this unprecedented amount of transparency into the minds of Navy leadership, the United States Navy Memorial aims to bring the American people into the choices of military leaders.

USAA Cuts Wisconsin Homeowners Insurance Rates

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Friday, February 5, 2021
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding byreducinghomeownersinsurance rates in Wisconsin by as much as 4.9%.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding byreducinghomeownersinsurance rates in Wisconsin by as much as 4.9%.
  • In addition to rate reductions, members may be eligible forextra savings through bundling their homeowners and auto insurance and save an additional 10%1.
  • Use of the term "member" or "membership" refers to membership in USAA Membership Services and does not convey any legal or ownership rights in USAA.
  • Property and casualty insurance provided by United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Company, USAA General Indemnity Company, Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Company, based in San Antonio, TX; USAA Limited (UK) and USAA S.A. (Europe) and is available only to persons eligible for P&C group membership.

USAA Cuts Ohio Homeowners Insurance Rates

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Friday, February 5, 2021
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding byreducinghomeownersinsurance rates in Ohio by as much as 4.9%.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding byreducinghomeownersinsurance rates in Ohio by as much as 4.9%.
  • In addition to rate reductions, members may be eligible forextra savings through bundling their homeowners and auto insurance and save an additional 10%1.
  • Use of the term "member" or "membership" refers to membership in USAA Membership Services and does not convey any legal or ownership rights in USAA.
  • Property and casualty insurance provided by United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Company, USAA General Indemnity Company, Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Company, based in San Antonio, TX; USAA Limited (UK) and USAA S.A. (Europe) and is available only to persons eligible for P&C group membership.

USAA Cuts Colorado Renters Insurance Rates

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Friday, February 5, 2021
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SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding by reducingrentersinsurance rates in Colorado by as much as 4.8%.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The COVID-19 pandemic has kept consumers in their homes more than ever and USAA is responding by reducingrentersinsurance rates in Colorado by as much as 4.8%.
  • For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.
  • Use of the term "member" or "membership" refers to membership in USAA Membership Services and does not convey any legal or ownership rights in USAA.
  • Property and casualty insurance provided by United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Company, USAA General Indemnity Company, Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Company, based in San Antonio, TX; USAA Limited (UK) and USAA S.A. (Europe) and is available only to persons eligible for P&C group membership.

Blackstone Announces Appointment of General (ret) David L. Goldfein, Former Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, as Senior Advisor

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Thursday, January 14, 2021
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Blackstone (NYSE:BX) today announced the appointment of retired four star General David L. Goldfein, the 21st Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, as a Senior Advisor.

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  • Blackstone (NYSE:BX) today announced the appointment of retired four star General David L. Goldfein, the 21st Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force, as a Senior Advisor.
  • General Goldfein will bring his deep experience in strategy, management, and leadership to advise across the firms businesses and portfolio companies.
  • We look forward to benefitting from his judgement and experience across our firm, portfolio companies and partners around the world as a Senior Advisor.
  • General Goldfein retired from the U.S. Air Force in October 2020 after a distinguished 37-year career, culminating as the countrys highest-ranking air force officer.

Tenet Appoints Cecil Haney to its Board of Directors

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Friday, January 8, 2021
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Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) today announced the appointment of Cecil D. Haney to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • Tenet Healthcare Corporation (NYSE: THC) today announced the appointment of Cecil D. Haney to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • He is an extraordinary individual and leader who will complement our Board, particularly in the areas of cybersecurity and systems planning.
  • He currently serves on the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Board of Managers, the Naval Studies Board, the Aerospace Corporation Board of Trustees and the Board of Directors for General Dynamics Corporation, Systems Planning and Analysis Inc., and the Center for New American Security.
  • He also serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Military Child Education Coalition.