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Ellen Lord has been named as the latest member of NIOA’s advisory board, chaired by former Australian defence minister Christopher Pyne.
Lord has over three decades’ experience in industry and government, which included a stint as the US Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment.
The industry veteran has also served as vice chairman of the National Defense Industrial Association, and director of the US-India Business Council.
Most recently, the new appointee established EML Enterprises — an advisory firm offering insight into the intersection of business and national security.
Along with Pyne, Lord joins Mark Donaldson VC, Major General (Ret'd) Gus McLachlan AO – former Head of Australian Army Modernisation, and David Feeney, former Victorian federal MP and parliamentary secretary for Defence.
“NIOA is delighted Ellen has accepted this opportunity at an important time for the company and the future of Australia’s sovereign military capability,” NIOA CEO Robert Nioa said.
“Ellen’s appointment reflects NIOA’s status and expansion plans in both the USA and Australia.
“Ellen is internationally respected, having run the largest sovereign defence enterprise in the world along with her significant achievements outside of government, enabling her to provide oversight and experience that will help NIOA and its subsidiaries chart a sustainable growth path.”
Lord welcomed the opportunity to serve on NIOA’s board and supporting the company’s growth ambitions.
“I work at the intersection of industry and government in defence and aerospace, specialising in ways in which products and services are successfully engaged by government,” she said.
“NIOA has established a reputation as a trusted partner for governments, showcasing a commitment to excellence and to the highest standards possible. I look forward to assisting NIOA’s continued growth and innovation.”
Pyne reflected on the value of Lord’s industry experience.
“NIOA is an exciting Australian-owned family company on the cusp of a huge future while staying true to the values of its past, and respecting the traditions of our defence forces.
“Ellen will bring immense depth and experience to NIOA at an exciting time for the company and the industry in general.”
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