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General Dynamics Appoints Elizabeth L. Schmid As Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Communications

PUBLIC · GDJun 06, 2024•about 2 years ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

General Dynamics

Phebe N. Novakovic
RestonManufacturingAerospaceGovernmentNational Security

Description

Elizabeth L. Schmid has been appointed as senior vice president for Government Relations and Communications at General Dynamics, reflecting her strong contribution to the company. Schmid joined General Dynamics in 2015 and has served in various capacities related to government relations.

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Company

General Dynamics

Location

Reston, Virginia, United States

About

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company. From Gulfstream business jets and combat vehicles to nuclear-powered submarines and communications systems, people around the world depend on our products and services for their safety and security. Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.

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