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RE-LOCATABLE (RLB) ENGINEERED STRUCTURES 8(a) SDVOSB Energy Efficient Over 50% reduction in HVAC/Power Consumption vs. traditional structures Construction Rapid deployment Single tool assembly No skilled labor or equipment required Construction Design-Build Commissioning Energy Equipment Logistics Supporting the US Army From the Ground Up P (703) 289-5252 F (703) 991-4080 www.ranger-group.com “Keep Living the Dream” Milestones and FROM THE CHAIRMAN Achievements for CGSC and the Foundation Lt. Gen. Robert Arter, U.S. Army, Ret. n this issue we welcome, enthu- the CGSC Foundation News. Greg’s siastically, Lt. Gen. Robert story is one of true grit and determi- L. Caslen, Jr. as our 58th nation against overwhelming odds to ICommandant and Brig. Gen. remain in the Army and continue to Sean B. MacFarland our 64th Deputy serve his nation after suffering the loss who completed this program, some of Commandant. General Caslen comes to of his legs. Colonel Gadson is one of whom now serve at CGSC. Their story us from command of the 25th Infantry many Soldiers who have chosen to is one of the features in this issue of the Division (Light) and Multi-National continue to serve upon recovery from Foundation News. Division North-Iraq and General his wounds. He sets the The other big story is the Five Star MacFarland as the com- standard of selfless Generals Commemorative Coin Act mander of Joint Task service and perse- signed by President Obama on Oct. 8, Force – North in El verance and is 2010. This is an astounding achievement Paso. Both are highly by every mea- by the leadership of the Foundation, successful combat sure an inspi- particularly our CEO Bob Ulin. Funds leaders and project ration to all received as a result of this initiative will the great ability who under- provide resources to support programs and vision which stand and and activities at the College for many will transform and value free- generations to come. I extend heart- enrich things which dom. One felt thanks to Representative Dennis this renowned, essen- program that Moore for his leadership in the House tial institution will we are par- of Representatives and to Senator Pat transmit to current and ticularly proud Roberts for his leadership in the Senate successor generations of of at CGSC is the for their sponsorship of the companion United States and international Wounded Warrior coin bills. Unequivocally, without their leaders. Education Initiative established leadership and support, this important Colonel Greg Gadson, a 2001 CGSC two years ago with the University of legislation would not have passed. graduate, now the Chief of the Army’s Kansas (KU). I had the great plea- We remain mindful and grateful for Wounded Warrior Program, is fea- sure of attending the graduation at your ongoing thoughtful, enthusiastic tured on the cover of this edition of KU on May 16, 2010, for six Soldiers support and encouragement. I extend heartfelt thanks to Representative Dennis Moore for his leadership in the House of Representatives and to Senator Pat Roberts for his leadership in the Senate for their sponsorship of the companion coin bills. www.cgscfoundation.org CGSC FOUNDATION NEWS - 3 Note: [ ] is the state of residence Our Vision Col. (USA Ret.) William Eckhardt, Professor, University of Missouri The CGSC Foundation’s vision is to become a supporting organiza- Kansas City [MO] tion that is widely recognized as the national leader in membership, Mr. Jeffrey O. Ellis, Attorney, Spencer Fane Britt & Browne, LLP [MO] Mr. Bert Exum, Owner/President, Harrelson Corporation [NC] programs, innovation, and support to the U.S. Army Command and Mr. Arthur E. Fillmore, Partner, Levy & Craig law firm [MO] General Staff College to advance its core mission of educating leaders Mr. Kenneth Fisher, Chairman and CEO, Fisher House for the challenges of the 21st century. Foundation [NY] Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Robert H. Forman, former Deputy Our Mission Commandant, CGSC [KS] The mission of the CGSC Foundation is to support CGSC in educating Mr. Donald C. Giles, Pres./CEO, Armed Forces Bank [KS] leaders for the 21st century in the following six mission areas: Col. (USA Ret.) Sherwood “Woody” Goldberg, Civilian Aide to • Enrich the College’s academic environment the Secretary of the Army [Wash. DC] • Foster a strong relationship between the military and the Mr. David W. Hays, Spec Asst, General Hugh Shelton Leadership Initiative [NC] private sector Mr. Lon Henderson, President & CEO, Soltis Investment Advisors [UT] • Enhance the institution’s research activities Mr. Monte Holm, Exec. Vice Chmn & Member, World Financial Group, • Promote leader development Chairman’s Council [NV] • Encourage excellence in the faculty and student body Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Russel L. Honoré, [LA] • Maintain contact with alumni Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Philip G. Humbert, VP/General Manager, Superior Lexus [MO] Officers Mr. Mark Hurley, Pres./CEO, Fiduciary Network [TX] Chairman: Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Robert Arter, Civilian Aide to the Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Joseph R. Inge, former Deputy Commandant, Secretary of the Army [KS] CGSC [VA] Mr. Tedd Johnson, Former CEO and accomplished entrepreneur [CA] Vice Chairman: Lt. Gen (USA Ret.) John E. Miller, President, Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Richard F. Keller, Former Chief of Staff US Miller Analytics, LLC [MO] European Command [KS] President: Mr. Hyrum W. Smith, Pres./CEO the Galileo Maj. Gen. (USA Ret.) James R. Klugh, VP & IT Consultant, Initiative [UT] Dimensions International, Inc. [KS] Vice President: Mr. Michael D. Hockley, Partner, Mr. James I. Mackay, Sr. Director of Investment Banking, Spencer Fane Britt & Browne, LLP [MO] Dewaay Financial Network [IA] VP Development: Mr. Mark “Ranger” Jones, Pres./CEO, Amb. (USA Ret.) Edward Marks, Independent Consultant, BCTP Senior The Ranger Group [VA] Observer [Wash DC] Past President: Mr. Thomas H. Holcom, President, Military Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Thomas O. Mason, Attorney, Williams Mullen [Wash. DC] Banking Division, Mid Country Bank [MO] Mr. Chuck Matheny, Director, U.S. Operations, ALMCO [AL] Secretary: Col. (USA Ret.) Robert R. Ulin, CEO, Col. (USA Ret.) J. Dan McGowan, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of CGSCF Foundation [KS] the Army [IA] Treasurer: Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) William A. West, President, Mr. David J. McIntyre, Pres./CEO, TriWest Healthcare Alliance [CA] William West Consulting [KS] Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Thomas M. Montgomery, Senior Fellow, Joint General Counsel: Col. (USA Ret.) Willard B. Snyder, Forces Staff College [CO] German Counsel (H) [KS] Hon. John E. Moore, former Lt. Governor, Kansas [KS] Maj. Gen (USA Ret.) William C. Moore, President, Moore Associates, Board of Trustees International Col. (USA Ret.) Billy G. Murphy, Pres./CEO, Billy Murphy and Mr. Douglass Adair, Asst VP, 1st National Bank of Leavenworth [KS] Associates [KS] Mr. Robert E. Allgyer, Consultant [IL] Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Robert J. Myers, Pres./CEO, Lt. Gen (USA Ret.) Joe N. Ballard, President, The Ravens Caseys General Stores [IA] Group [MD] Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) Harold Nelson, former Chief of Military MG (USA Ret.) Raymond D. Barrett, Jr., COO, History, U.S. Army [PA] The Col. Arthur D. Simons Center [KS] Capt. (USNR Ret.) Michael Nemechek, Pres./CEO Surgical Mr. David G. Beaham, President, Faultless Starch/Bon Ami [MO] Weight Loss Center [KS] Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Theodore C. Beckett, Baker Sterchi Cowden Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) Mark E. O’Neill, VP of Strategic Operations, MPRI & Rice law firm [MO] [VA] Mr. Fred Polk, President, Iron Tree Research [KS] Mr. Mike Bender, CEO, Velocity Solutions [NC] Mr. Jerome H. Reilly, Pres./CEO, Reilly and Sons Insurance [KS] Mr. Daniel P. Bolen, Chairman/CEO, Bank of Prairie Village [KS] Gen. (USA Ret.) William R. Richardson, Senior Associate, Mr. Michael Braude, former Pres./CEO, Kansas City Burdeshaw Associates [VA] Board of Trade [MO] Gen. (USA Ret.) Robert W. RisCassi, Senior VP, L-3 Mr. Richard Brown, Former Chairman/CEO, Communications [VA] Electronic Data Systems [FL] Judge Robert L. Serra, 29th Judicial District, Dr. Scott C. Bublin, Pres./CEO, Mobile Reasoning [KS] Wyandotte County [KS] Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) Stanley Cherrie, VP, Cubic Dr. Richard P. Siemer, VP, Coppin State University [MD] Applications, Inc. [KS] Mr. Rolf D. Snyder, President, The Real Estate Corporation [KS] Dr. James L. Spigarelli, Pres./CEO, Spigarelli and Associates [MO] Mr. J. Martin Cooke, CEO, Cooke Realty, Inc. [NC] Lt. Gen (USA Ret.) William “Mike” Steele, President, Osprey Bay, Mr. Stuart Cooke, President, Cooke Development [NC] LLC [SC] Col. (USA Ret.) Thomas A. Dials, President, Armed Forces Gen. (USA Ret.) Gordon R. Sullivan, President, Association of the United Insurance [KS] States Army [VA] Mr. John A. Dillingham, President, Dillingham Enterprises [MO] Mr. Paul J. Thompson, Pres./CEO, Country Club Bank [MO] Col. (USA Ret.) Roger H.C. Donlon, Medal of Honor Recipient [KS] Mr. Gary Vogler, Sr., Oil Consultant, MNFI, Baghdad [VA] Ms. Sheila J. Duffy, Founder and President of Gen. (USA Ret.) Carl E. Vuono, President, L-3 Government Services Greystones Group, LLC [VA] Group and MPRI [VA] Mr. Robert P. Dunn, VP, JE Dunn Construction [MO] Mr. Eugene R. Wilson, Senior Advisor, Council on Foundations [KS] 4 - CGSC FOUNDATION NEWS www.cgscfoundation.org Note: [ ] is the state of residence TABLE OF CONTENTS Features 7 From the Chairman ......................................... 3 CEO’s Corner ................................................... 6 President signs 5-Star Generals Commemorative Coin Act into law .................. 7 Q&A with the Commandant ............................ 8 Command and General Staff College FOUNDATION NEWS Ross Perot honored with 2010 No. 9, Fall 2010 (November 2010) Distinguished Leadership Award ................... 10 Published twice annually by the Command Deputy Commandant and General Staff College Foundation, Inc. change of responsibility ................................ 12 100 Stimson Ave., Suite 1149 Fort Leavenworth, Kansas 66027-1352 Two former CGSC instructors 10 Ph: 913-651-0624 inducted into Hall of Fame ............................ 13 Fax: 913-651-4519 Email: [email protected] CGSC School for Command Web site: www.cgscfoundation.org Preparation teams with KU ..........................