George Foresman
Executive Director and Senior Advisor at National Security Policy Center at University of Virginia Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy- Claim this Profile
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Joseph Leonard, Jr. MEP, MCP, CEM, CGEMC, CHPP, CPE (CDR, USCG, ret.)
George has set the standard for Emergency Managers around the nation to emulate. He developed and expanded highly effective programs in the Commonwealth of Virginia that kept state and local officials abreast of emerging incidents, methods to enhance professional education and training, and processes to identify and address capability gaps. He took these same skill sets forward to the Department of Homeland Security, where his efforts to identify and protect critical infrastructure around the nation established a high level of trust between the states and the federal government. He was a person working inside the Beltway who was seen as a friend of the emergency manager at the state and local level—a high level of trust that has not yet been duplicated.
Joseph Leonard, Jr. MEP, MCP, CEM, CGEMC, CHPP, CPE (CDR, USCG, ret.)
George has set the standard for Emergency Managers around the nation to emulate. He developed and expanded highly effective programs in the Commonwealth of Virginia that kept state and local officials abreast of emerging incidents, methods to enhance professional education and training, and processes to identify and address capability gaps. He took these same skill sets forward to the Department of Homeland Security, where his efforts to identify and protect critical infrastructure around the nation established a high level of trust between the states and the federal government. He was a person working inside the Beltway who was seen as a friend of the emergency manager at the state and local level—a high level of trust that has not yet been duplicated.
Joseph Leonard, Jr. MEP, MCP, CEM, CGEMC, CHPP, CPE (CDR, USCG, ret.)
George has set the standard for Emergency Managers around the nation to emulate. He developed and expanded highly effective programs in the Commonwealth of Virginia that kept state and local officials abreast of emerging incidents, methods to enhance professional education and training, and processes to identify and address capability gaps. He took these same skill sets forward to the Department of Homeland Security, where his efforts to identify and protect critical infrastructure around the nation established a high level of trust between the states and the federal government. He was a person working inside the Beltway who was seen as a friend of the emergency manager at the state and local level—a high level of trust that has not yet been duplicated.
Joseph Leonard, Jr. MEP, MCP, CEM, CGEMC, CHPP, CPE (CDR, USCG, ret.)
George has set the standard for Emergency Managers around the nation to emulate. He developed and expanded highly effective programs in the Commonwealth of Virginia that kept state and local officials abreast of emerging incidents, methods to enhance professional education and training, and processes to identify and address capability gaps. He took these same skill sets forward to the Department of Homeland Security, where his efforts to identify and protect critical infrastructure around the nation established a high level of trust between the states and the federal government. He was a person working inside the Beltway who was seen as a friend of the emergency manager at the state and local level—a high level of trust that has not yet been duplicated.
Experience
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University of Virginia Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director and Senior Advisor at National Security Policy Center
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Nov 2018 - Present
Senior Advisor on national/homeland security and leadership at the University of Virginia in support of education and research. Senior Advisor on national/homeland security and leadership at the University of Virginia in support of education and research.
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Government and Business
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Global
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Strategic Advisor / Executive Mentor
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Dec 2007 - Present
In a variety of public and private organizations, I provide guidance to the leaders at the highest levels of each. Beyond topics of organizational leadership and effectiveness, I advise on a range of security, safety and defense issues as well as cyber security, DNA application, risk mitigation environmental and infrastructure protection. In a variety of public and private organizations, I provide guidance to the leaders at the highest levels of each. Beyond topics of organizational leadership and effectiveness, I advise on a range of security, safety and defense issues as well as cyber security, DNA application, risk mitigation environmental and infrastructure protection.
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Board Activity / Government Appointments / Advisory Committees
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Virginia / Washington DC
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Various
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1991 - Present
Alongside my "day jobs" I have always been involved with outside organizations. Just to name a few: BOARD Chair - NYS Capital, Rivada Networks (U.S.), Drive-to-Work, AFO Research, VICE-CHAIR - Congressional Commission; MEMBER: Advanced Technologies International, General George C. Marshall Foundation, Virginia Commission on Immigration, Virginia Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board; VISITING SCHOLAR - University of Virginia Center for Risk Management of Engineering Sytsems Alongside my "day jobs" I have always been involved with outside organizations. Just to name a few: BOARD Chair - NYS Capital, Rivada Networks (U.S.), Drive-to-Work, AFO Research, VICE-CHAIR - Congressional Commission; MEMBER: Advanced Technologies International, General George C. Marshall Foundation, Virginia Commission on Immigration, Virginia Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board; VISITING SCHOLAR - University of Virginia Center for Risk Management of Engineering Sytsems
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Highland Risk & Crisis Solutions, Ltd
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Charlottesville, Virginia Area
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President
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Aug 2007 - Present
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Secure Mountain
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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President & CEO
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May 2011 - Jun 2017
Led signature initiative, a real estate, technology and job creation project through its pre-revenue stage. The successful effort is converting a former 22 acre subterranean limestone mine into an underground technology park. Led signature initiative, a real estate, technology and job creation project through its pre-revenue stage. The successful effort is converting a former 22 acre subterranean limestone mine into an underground technology park.
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U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Undersecretary for Preparednes / Undersecretary for National Protection & Pograms
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Dec 2005 - 2007
Recruited by President as the first Under Secretary for Preparedness, quickly transforming strategic and operational approaches in the relatively new department, with its 220,000 person global workforce and $42.0 B budget. Consolidated highly complex operations into streamlined and agile approaches, improving efficiency and effectiveness. Enhanced DHS external engagement and image through extensive outreach directly and through media to constituency groups.. Recruited by President as the first Under Secretary for Preparedness, quickly transforming strategic and operational approaches in the relatively new department, with its 220,000 person global workforce and $42.0 B budget. Consolidated highly complex operations into streamlined and agile approaches, improving efficiency and effectiveness. Enhanced DHS external engagement and image through extensive outreach directly and through media to constituency groups..
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Commonwealth of Virginia
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Richmond, Virginia Area
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Homeland Security Secretary
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2001 - Dec 2005
After progressing during a 15 year period from entry level to the C-suite level of state public safety/security organization, was recruited to serve in Governor's Cabinet, personally advising on homeland security and defense, while developing and enacting new safety/security policy initiatives in organizations across the state. Led the Commonwealth's comprehensive efforts to strengthen ties with the Department of Defense, including on Base Realignment and Closure. Secured passage of landmark legislation that created an enduring period of safety/security advancements in Virginia. Show less
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Education
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1980 - 1985
Virginia Military Institute
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Virginia Executive Institute
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