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Defense Alliance of North Carolina welcomes new staff members

By Staff Report, posted 1 year ago

The Defense Alliance of North Carolina has announced two new additions to their team who will continue their mission to support North Carolina's Military Business and Academic Community. 

 

The DANC proud to introduce the newest leader of the Management Council, Brigadier General (Retired, USA) Stephen Iacovelli, 2023-24 Vice President.

Stephen is a complex problem solver, strategist, mentor, and speaker. As a recently retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, and decorated combat veteran, he has nearly 40 years of combined enlisted and commissioned military service.

A senior IT professional with 30+ years of progressive experience in all aspects of program and project management, systems design, and implementation. Highly skilled in all aspects of the management, design, and implementation of complex enterprise-level IT solutions. A proven track record of managing complex technical implementation projects, in fast-paced and challenging environments, across diverse industries. Read his full bio here

 

The DANC also welcomes Cameshia Williams as the newly appointed MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR to assist with outreach and growth. The Alliance’s vast network of members embodies the full spectrum of industry, academic, government, and military stakeholders committed to supporting our national security and North Carolina’s role in it. As part of this network, you will join a group of powerful individuals and organizations working together to position NC’s leaders to win in an evolving defense marketplace, lead high-impact strategic sector growth initiatives, and provide actionable intelligence and networking opportunities to those who can best support our national security. Your investment supports this important work. Read her full bio here

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