Recipients of the Legion of Merit

Centene Corporation Elects General Lori J. Robinson To Board Of Directors

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) announced today that retired United States Air Force General Lori J. Robinson was elected to serve on the company's board of directors as a Class I director.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) announced today that retired United States Air Force General Lori J. Robinson was elected to serve on the company's board of directors as a Class I director.
  • Most recently, Gen. Robinson served as Commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and US Northern Command (NORTHCOM).
  • "We are honored to welcome Gen. Robinson to our Board of Directors.
  • "I am pleased to join Centene's Board of Directors at a time when the healthcare industry is evolving at a rapid rate," said Gen. Robinson.

The Honorable James R. Clapper to Address University of Maryland's 2019 Winter Graduates

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Clapper will address thousands of graduates, family and friends during the ceremony at the XFINITY Center.

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  • Clapper will address thousands of graduates, family and friends during the ceremony at the XFINITY Center.
  • He has an important message to share with our graduates and this campus," said University of Maryland President Wallace D. Loh.
  • Clapper served as the fourth director of national intelligence from Aug. 9, 2010, to Jan. 20, 2017.
  • "It is a true honor to be chosen to speak at the University of Maryland's commencement," said Clapper.

MediXall.com Announces Appointment of Major General David Scott Gray to its Board of Advisors

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Friday, October 18, 2019

General Gray is a former Air Force General and Lockheed Martin Vice President who brings more than 41 years of business and leadership experience to MediXall Group.

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  • General Gray is a former Air Force General and Lockheed Martin Vice President who brings more than 41 years of business and leadership experience to MediXall Group.
  • General Gray will provide guidance and support on strategic initiatives as the company accelerates business growth, expands its services, and strives to increase market share.
  • Todays consumers deserve a better healthcare experience and MediXall is working hard to make this a reality, said General Scott Gray.
  • Major General Gray has held numerous staff positions at the numbered air force, major command, Air Staff, Secretary of the Air Force and Joint Chiefs of Staff levels and has commanded support and operational organizations.

Audie Murphy Ranch Named “Master Planned Community of the Year” at 2019 BIA Icon Awards

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Friday, October 11, 2019

MENIFEE, Calif., Oct. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Audie Murphy Ranch, the best-selling community in Menifee, was recently named the 2019 Master Planned Community of the Year at the highly respected BIA Icon Awards in San Diego.

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  • MENIFEE, Calif., Oct. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Audie Murphy Ranch, the best-selling community in Menifee, was recently named the 2019 Master Planned Community of the Year at the highly respected BIA Icon Awards in San Diego.
  • To learn more about the 2019 Master Planned Community of the Year, visit today to explore the grounds and tour models at individual neighborhoods.
  • We are so proud of the community weve created at Audie Murphy Ranch and are deeply honored to receive such meaningful recognition at this years Icon Awards, said Mercedes Meserve, Vice President of Marketing for Brookfield Residential Southern California.
  • Well continue to strive to live up to such an amazing title, and look forward to welcoming more homeowners to our extraordinary Audie Murphy Ranch lifestyle.

OpenDrives Names Retired US Navy Vice Admiral David H. Buss as CEO, Chad Knowles as Chief Strategy Officer

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 10, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OpenDrives, a global provider of ultra-high performance data storage solutions, today announced the appointment of retired US Navy Vice Admiral David H. Buss as the company's chief executive officer.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 10, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OpenDrives, a global provider of ultra-high performance data storage solutions, today announced the appointment of retired US Navy Vice Admiral David H. Buss as the company's chief executive officer.
  • Buss had previously served at OpenDrives as a senior strategic adviser responsible for company growth initiatives in the government, military and intelligence sectors.
  • During his illustrious military career, Buss commanded at every level from Commander to Vice Admiral, serving in multiple jet squadrons and staff assignments.
  • With the appointment of Vice Admiral Buss as CEO, Chad Knowles will become OpenDrives chief strategy officer, where he will lead developing and executing corporate strategic initiatives as the company continues to scale.

Noblis Welcomes General Joseph Votel to its Board of Trustees

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Thursday, October 3, 2019

RESTON, Va., Oct. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Noblis, a leading provider of science, technology and strategy services to the federal government has announced that General Joseph L. Votel (U.S. Army ret.)

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  • RESTON, Va., Oct. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Noblis, a leading provider of science, technology and strategy services to the federal government has announced that General Joseph L. Votel (U.S. Army ret.)
  • Votel commanded the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) responsible for U.S. and coalition military operations in the Middle East, Levant and Central and South Asia.
  • "We are delighted that General Votel has joined our board," said Marion Blakey, Noblis Board of Trustees chair.
  • "General Votel is regarded as one of our finest military minds," said Amr ElSawy, Noblis president and CEO.

Vice Admiral Benedict Joins SPA Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 25, 2019

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc., (SPA) is pleased to welcome Vice Admiral Terry Benedict (USN, Ret.)

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc., (SPA) is pleased to welcome Vice Admiral Terry Benedict (USN, Ret.)
  • to the SPA Board of Directors.
  • VADM Benedict spent more than 40 years in the United States Navy, retiring as the Director, Strategic Systems Programs (SSP).
  • "SPA built a strong partnership with VADM Benedict during his time as the SSP director.

Powell Industries Announces Brett A. Cope To Assume Role Of Chairman of the Board

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Monday, September 23, 2019

In recognition of Mr. Powell's longstanding service and contributions, the Board designated Mr. Powell as Chairman Emeritus of the Board.

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  • In recognition of Mr. Powell's longstanding service and contributions, the Board designated Mr. Powell as Chairman Emeritus of the Board.
  • The Company also announced today that, in connection with Mr. Powell's transition to Chairman Emeritus, the Board elected Brett A.
  • Cope as its new Chairman of the Board as of September 16, 2019.
  • "It has been my great pleasure to serve as Chairman of the Board for the past 35 years," said Mr. Powell.

Audie Murphy Ranch in Menifee Hosts VA Buyer Workshops September 28th and October 26th

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Friday, September 13, 2019

MENIFEE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The master-planned community of Audie Murphy Ranch in Menifee is hosting two VA Buyer Workshops this fall, offering military personnel the opportunity to learn about VA Loans and their benefits with new-home purchases.

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  • MENIFEE, Calif., Sept. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The master-planned community of Audie Murphy Ranch in Menifee is hosting two VA Buyer Workshops this fall, offering military personnel the opportunity to learn about VA Loans and their benefits with new-home purchases.
  • We are so grateful to our military and proud to host these important VA Loan workshops at our beautiful Audie Murphy Ranch community, said Mercedes Meserve, Vice President of Marketing for Brookfield Residential Southern California.
  • Audie Murphy Ranch is currently selling homes at eight gorgeous single-family neighborhoods, all masterfully crafted by the nations finest homebuilders.
  • Audie Murphy Ranch encompasses everything todays homeowners want for a vibrant, active lifestyle, including outstanding resort-style amenities, sprawling parks and picturesque trails.

Nucor Announces the Addition of Lieutenant General Nadja Y. West to the Nucor Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 5, 2019

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced today that its board of directors has elected retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Nadja Y.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced today that its board of directors has elected retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Nadja Y.
  • General West, 58, retired earlier this year after 37 years with the U.S. Army.
  • From December 2015 through August 2019, General West served as the 44th U.S. Army Surgeon General and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Medical Command.
  • "We are fortunate to have General West join the Nucor board.