Leidos Appoints Retired Army Major General John George as Strategic Account Executive

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Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) has appointed retired Major General John George as its Army Strategic Account Executive. This role aims to enhance relationships with the United States Army and foster organic growth within the company. General George, with 33 years of experience in the Army, previously led the Combat Capabilities Development Command, overseeing a $13 billion modernization budget. His extensive background in military operations and technology development is expected to strengthen Leidos' market position and support its mission-critical initiatives.

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• Appointment of Major General John George expected to strengthen relationships with the U.S. Army.
• Experience in overseeing a $13 billion modernization budget may drive organic growth.
• General George's military and technology background could enhance innovative technology development.

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RESTON, Va., March 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, today announced the appointment of retired Major General John George as the company's Army Strategic Account Executive. George will be responsible for strengthening and growing trusted relationships with the United States Army and advancing strategic initiatives that drive organic growth throughout the enterprise.

"General George brings a distinguished career and wealth of international, military and technology experience to our growing team here at Leidos," said Debbie Opiekun, Leidos' Chief Business Development Officer. "His expertise is a tremendous asset, which we will rely on to expand our global presence and invest in developing the innovative technologies to support our customers' critical missions."

Before joining Leidos, George served 33 years in the United States Army, culminating his career as the Commander of the Combat Capabilities Development Command. There he led the Army's largest technology developer, responsible for science and technology research and development efforts executing a $13 billion modernization budget. General George held responsibility for operations across a global network of research, technology and engineering partnerships with federal agencies, academia, industry, and allies across more than 110 locations worldwide and in the United States. 

Throughout his career, George served in numerous strategic and operational leadership, command and staff director positions in the Middle East, Asia, Europe and the United States.  His combat deployments included Operation Joint Guardian in Kosovo, where he served as Chief of Force Issues and Requirements for NATO. George also served in this position for Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, where he led the Afghanistan National Police Force Management Branch.

George graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1988 and holds a Master of Science in Social Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. He also earned a Master of Science degree in National Resource Strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, Washington, DC.

About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company's 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.leidos.com.

Statements in this announcement, other than historical data and information, constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be very different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended December 31, 2021, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

Contact:
Melissa Dueñas
(571) 526-6850
Melissa.L.Duenas@leidos.com 

Thomas Doheny
(571) 474-4735
Dohenyt@leidos.com 

Jalen Drummond
(571) 992-5046
Jalen.Drummond@leidos.com

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FAQ

Who is the new Army Strategic Account Executive for Leidos?

Leidos appointed retired Major General John George as the Army Strategic Account Executive.

What was Major General John George's previous position before joining Leidos?

He served as the Commander of the Combat Capabilities Development Command in the U.S. Army.

What significant budget did General George manage in his previous role?

He managed a $13 billion modernization budget for technology development.

How might General George's appointment impact Leidos?

His leadership is expected to strengthen relationships with the U.S. Army and drive organic growth for the company.

When was the announcement of George's appointment made?

The announcement was made on March 1, 2022.