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A roadmap for US military innovation based on the Navy's history of success through civilian-military collaborations
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Dave’s diverse career has included extensive experience in government and industry as well as the military. He and his wife, Linda, now live on the West Coast. Immediately before he retired, Dave was the CEO of the EADS North America Defense Company. Before that Dave was in Iraq where Paul (Jerry) Bremer selected him to become the Director of Management and Budget for the Coalition Forces.
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Chinese Edition
A publisher in Beijing surprised me this week. They acquired the rights to issue a Chinese language copy of Against the Tide. I have often idly wondered what would be the motivation to go to the immense effort of translating...
A Week in Washington
Linda and I are completing a week in Washington speaking with groups of friends about Admiral Rickover and the general subject of leadership. Numerous people have been graciously provided us forums. General Nordy Swartz let us speak to Business Executives...
Aussie Reviews Against the Tide
Reviewed by Dr Gregory P. Gilbert ONE MUST create the ability in this staff to generate clear forceful arguments for opposing viewpoints as well as for their own. Open discussions and disagreements must be encouraged.— Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, USN...