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Gene Taylor is a seasoned government and military professional with a strong background in leadership, strategic planning, and national security. He has held various roles, including Director at Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc, Commissioner at Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission, and U.S. Congressman for MS-4. Gene holds a 50 Ton Master's License and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Tulane University.

Experience

  • Overseas Shipholding Group, Inc
    • 1301 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019
    • Director
      • Aug 2014 - Present
      • 1301 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019

      Corporate Governance CommitteeCompensation Committee

    • Commissioner
      • 2012 - 2015
      • Hancock County, MS

      Provide oversight of Stennis International Airport and Port Bienville Industrial Park

  • Navistar Defense LLC
    • Washington, DC
    • Consultant
      • 2011 - 2013
      • Washington, DC

      Consulted for the MRAP program

    • U.S. Congressman, MS-4
      • 1989 - 2011
      • Washington, DC

      Served on House Armed Services Committee (HASC)Chairman of the Sea Power Subcommittee (2007-2010)Ranking Member of the Sea Power Subcommittee (2003-2007)Served on House Transportation and Infrastructure CommitteeCo-chaired committees including: Shipbuilding Caucus, National Guard and Reserve Caucus,Coast Guard Caucus and Expeditionary Warfare Caucus

  • MS State Senate
    • Jackson, MS
    • Senator
      • 1984 - 1989
      • Jackson, MS

      Successfully represented Mississippi's three coastal counties in the State Legislature with an emphasis on education and economic development

  • Stone Container Corp.
    • New Orleans, LA
    • Outside Sales Representative
      • 1977 - 1989
      • New Orleans, LA

      Managed the outside sales of packaging to manufacturers in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama

    • Petty Officer, 1st Class
      • 1971 - 1985
      • New Orleans, LA

      Skipper of a Search and Rescue BoatReceived the Commandant's Letter of Commendation for fire fightingReceived the Commandant's Letter of Commendation for saving the life of a crew member

Education

  • 1971 - 1984
    USCG
    50 Ton Master's License
  • 1974 - 1976
    Tulane University
    Bachelor of Arts (BA), History and Political Science

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