BAE Systems Inc. welcomes Jon W. Greenert as Chair
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BAE Systems, Inc. has announced that former US Senator Kelly A. Ayotte will step down as the Chair of the Board of Directors as she embarks on an official run for Governor of New Hampshire and the company has extended its deepest gratitude to Kelly for her outstanding contributions and long service.
Current board member retired US Navy Admiral Jonathan (Jon) W. Greenert will assume the role of Chair of the Board of Directors. Jon joined the BAE Systems, Inc. Board in April 2016 and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise from his distinguished 40-year career as a senior military officer and government leader.
His background in management, operations and strategic planning are highly valuable as the company continue to drive innovation and growth at BAE Systems.
Prior to his retirement, Admiral Greenert served a combined six years as the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and Vice Chief of Naval Operations, the two most senior military positions in the Navy. As CNO, he served as a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He advised the President and the Secretary of Defense on a range of matters, including US and global maritime security, overall naval operations and budget, and the positioning of Navy bases, ships and aircraft. He also oversaw the development of technologies in such areas as advanced weaponry and uncrewed underwater vehicles.
BAE Systems, Inc., a US corporation, operates under a Special Security Agreement (SSA) between the US Government, BAE Systems, Inc. and BAE Systems plc. The agreement calls for the appointment of outside directors who help to oversee the company’s compliance with US government security and export regulations, thereby allowing BAE Systems to supply products and services to the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Homeland Security and other agencies involved in US national defence.
