General David H. Petraeus retires August 31, 2011 “David, you’ve run the race well, swifter and surer than the rest, and you now stand among the giants not just in our time but of all time, joining the likes of Grant and Pershing and Marshall and Eisenhower as one of the great battle captains of American history. You’ve expanded our view of the possible, inspiring our mili- tary on to historic achievements during some of the most trying times America has ever known. And today you depart our ranks with the sincere thanks of a grateful nation. As you take the helm of the Central Intelligence Agency, your ability to see the next shot and around the corners will never be more important, and we are blessed that you will continue to serve and lead during these dynamic and uncertain times.” Excerpt from remarks by Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at the retirement ceremony for General Petraeus August 31, 2011 at Fort Myer Virginia. You’ve expanded our view of the possible, inspiring our military on to historic achievements during some of the most trying times America has ever known. 2 - CGSC FOUNDATION NEWS www.cgscf.org FROM THE CHAIRMAN Thank you for your service and leadership Lt. Gen. Robert Arter, U.S. Army, Ret. his issue of the Foundation his leadership of the Hugh and Carolyn trustee, President of Armed Forces News honors a great Soldier, Neurotrauma Foundation, dedi- Bank, will have ever my personal and General Henry cated to the sponsor- the foundation’s gratitude for spon- THugh Shelton, ship of research soring the tandem free fall parachute 14th Chairman of the in spinal cord jump onto the golf course to kick off Joint Chiefs of Staff. injuries. Our the tournament, as will Ranger Jones General Shelton joins congratula- for his support of the jump, and retired an exclusive group tions and Sgt. 1st. Class Mike Elliott, former of leaders — gratitude Golden Knight and Captain of the General Colin to this dis- Ranger Group Parachute Team, for Powell, General tinguished his uncommon professionalism. It was Gordon Sullivan, American a thrill of a lifetime and a wonderful and Mr. Ross continues way to celebrate my birthday. Perot— who have dis- unabated. Lastly, I thank the Foundation tinguished themselves Ann Soby, trustees for their gracious, gen- in service to Soldiers, the our Director of erous and selfless service to the Army and the nation. Clearly Operations merits Foundation for the benefit of the General Shelton is an uncommon our highest commenda- U.S. Army Command and General exemplar as the recipient of the 2011 tion for her vision, leadership and Staff College. They remain passion- Distinguished Leadership Award, as attention to detail for her structure and ate about furnishing the margin of evidenced by his continuing service management of the Foundation’s First excellence to the College, charged as founder and executive director of Golf Tournament on Sept. 6, 2011, at by the Army and the nation with the Hugh Shelton Leadership Center the Trails West Golf Course on Fort the development of our current and at North Carolina State University and Leavenworth. Don Giles, a founding future military leaders. I thank the Foundation trustees for their gracious, generous and selfless service to the Foundation for the benefit of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. www.cgscfoundation.org CGSC FOUNDATION NEWS - 3 Our Vision Mr. Robert P. Dunn, VP, JE Dunn Construction [MO] The CGSC Foundation’s vision is to become a supporting organization that is widely Col. (USA Ret.) William Eckhardt, Professor, University of Missouri recognized as the national leader in membership, programs, innovation, and support Kansas City [MO] to the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College to advance its core mission of Mr. Jeffrey O. Ellis, Attorney, Spencer, Fane, Britte & Browne, LLC [KS] educating leaders for the challenges of the 21st century. Mr. Bert Exum, Owner/President, Harrelson Corporation [NC] Mr. Kenneth Fisher, Chairman and CEO, Fisher House Foundation [NY] Our Mission Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Robert H. Forman, former Deputy Commandant, CGSC [KS] The mission of the CGSC Foundation is to support CGSC in educating leaders for the Mr. Scott Ham, Pres./CEO, Trans America Life & Protection [IA] 21st century in the following six mission areas: Maj. Gen. (USA Ret.) Jerry C. Harrison, Vice President, SRI International [VA] • Enrich the College’s academic environment • 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, Pres./CEO, Soltis Investment Advisors [UT] • Enhance the institution’s research activities Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Russel L. Honoré, [LA] • Promote leader development Mr. Mark Hurley, Pres./CEO, Fiduciary Network [TX] • Encourage excellence in the faculty and student body Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Joseph R. Inge, former Deputy Commandant, CGSC [VA] • Maintain contact with alumni Mr. Tedd Johnson, Founder, income.com [CA] Officers Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Richard F. Keller, former Chief of Staff U.S. European Command [KS] Chairman: Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Robert Arter, Civilian Aide to the Maj. Gen. (USA Ret.) James R. Klugh, VP & IT Consultant, Dimensions Secretary of the Army, Kansas, East [KS] International, Inc. [KS] Vice Chairman: Lt. Gen (USA Ret.) John E. Miller, President, Mr. James I. Mackay, Sr. Director of Investment Banking, Dewaay Financial Miller Analytics [KS] Network [IA] President: Hyrum Smith, Chairman/CEO, Legacy Quest Mr. A. Edward Major, Principal, A. Edward Major Counsellors At Law [NY] Company [UT] Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Thomas O. Mason, Attorney, Cooley, LLP [Wash. DC] Vice President: Mr. Michael D. Hockley, Partner, Spencer Fane Britt & Browne, LLP [MO] Mr. Chuck Matheny, [AL] VP Development: Mr. Mark “Ranger” Jones, Pres./CEO, Col. (USA Ret.) J. Dan McGowan, II, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army [IA] The Ranger Group [VA] Mr. David J. McIntyre, Pres./CEO, TriWest Healthcare Alliance [CA] Past President: Mr. Thomas H. Holcom, President, Military Mr. Michael V. Meyer, Vice President for Programs, Salute to America’s Heroes [KS] Banking Division, Mid Country Bank [MO] Lt. Gen. (USA Ret.) Thomas M. Montgomery, Senior Fellow, Joint Forces Staff Secretary: Col. (USA Ret.) Robert R. Ulin, CEO, CGSCF College [CO] President, Senior Advisory Council: Gen. (USA Ret.) William R. Richardson, Col. (USA Ret.) Billy G. Murphy, Pres./CEO, Billy Murphy and Associates [KS] Senior Associate, Burdeshaw Associates (VA) Lt. Col. (USA Ret.) Robert J. Myers, Pres./CEO, Caseys General Stores [IA] Treasurer: Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) William A. West, President, Mr. John Neafsey, President, JN Associates [CT] William West Consulting [KS] Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) Harold Nelson, former Chief of Military History, General Counsel: Col. (USA Ret.) Willard B. Snyder, President, U.S. Army [VA] Antaeus Partnership, Ltd [KS] Capt. (USN Ret.) Michael Nemechek, Pres./CEO Weight Loss Surgical Center [KS] Board of Trustees Mr. Harold “Skip” Palmer, Pres./CEO, Blackhorse Worldwide [KS] Mr. Douglass Adair, Asst VP, Exchange National Bank & Trust [KS] Mr. Fred Polk, President, Iron Tree Research [KS] Mr. Robert E. Allgyer, Director, Huron Consulting Group [IL] Mr. Jerome H. Reilly, Pres./CEO, Reilly and Sons Insurance [KS] Maj. Gen. (USA Ret.) Raymond D. Barrett, Jr., COO, The Col. Arthur D. Mr. John H. Robinson, Chairman, Hamilton Ventures, LLC [MO] Simons Center Judge Robert L. Serra, 29th Judicial District, Wyandotte County [KS] Mr. David G. Beaham, President, Faultless Starch/Bon Ami [MO] Mr. Rolf D. Snyder, President, The Real Estate Corporation [KS] Mr. Daniel P. Bolen, Chairman/CEO, Bank of Prairie Village [KS] Maj. Gen. (USA Ret.) John Sobke, Former Deputy Chief of Engineers [GA] Mr. Richard H. Brown, Former Chairman/CEO, Electronic Data Systems [FL] Gen. (USA Ret.) Gordon R. Sullivan, President, Association of the Dr. Scott C. Bublin, Pres./CEO, Mobile Reasoning [KS] United States Army [VA] Brig. Gen. (USA Ret.) Stanley F. Cherrie, VP, Cubic Applications, Inc. [KS] Mr. Richard Thawley, Pres./CEO, Provident Generation of America, Inc. [CA] Mr. J. Martin Cooke, CEO, Cooke Realty, Inc. [NC] Mr. Paul J. Thompson, Pres./CEO, Country Club Bank [MO] Mr. Stuart Cooke, President, Cooke Development & EnviRemed [NC] Mr. Gary Vogler, Senior Oil Consultant, MNFI, Baghdad [VA] Mr. Michael Dacey, Director, Gulftech International, Sinclair International & Atlas Gen. (USA Ret.) Carl E. Vuono, President, L-3 Government Services Group Pacific [FL] and MPRI [VA] Col. (USA Ret.) Thomas A. Dials, Chairman, Armed Forces Insurance [KS] Ms. Sheila J. Duffy, Founder and President of Greystones Group, LLC [VA] Note: [ ] is the state of residence 4 - CGSC FOUNDATION NEWS www.cgscfoundation.org Features TABLE OF CONTENTS From the Chairman ......................................... 3 CEO’s Corner ................................................. 6 10 CGSC Hall of Famer defends family from attack in Iowa ............................... 8 5-Star Generals Commemorative Command and General Staff College Coin Update ................................................... 9 FOUNDATION NEWS No. 11, Fall 2011 (October 2011) Gen. Shelton receives 2011 Distinguished Leadership Award ................... 10 Published twice annually by the Command and General Staff College Foundation, Inc. 100 Stimson Ave., Suite 1149 Simons Center Report .................................... 14 Fort Leavenworth, Kansas 66027-1352 Ph: 913-651-0624 Fax: 913-651-4519