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DANIEL J. FINK
Pages 90-93

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... . He returned to private industry in 1987, joining General Electric Company where he held the positions of vice president and general manager of the Space Division, vice president and group executive of the Aerospace Group, and senior vice president for corporate planning and Development.
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From page 92...
... Fubini Award as "an individual who best exemplifies the extended contributions and leadership in advisory activities and personal service to the United States." In supporting this award, former Secretary of Defense Harold Brown characterized Mr. Fink as "someone whose technical skills, ability to manage difficult programs and deal with difficult people, and dedication to U.S.
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... In addition to his long and dedicated service to government, industry, and academe, Dan took on many other responsibilities that supported the national defense and space programs and policies. He served on the board of directors of the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association, the Board of Governors of the National Space Club, and the National Advisory Council of the Opportunities Industrialization Centers of America.
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