Former U.S. Representative Elaine Luria Joins BAE Systems, Inc. Board of Directors

Former U.S. Representative Elaine Luria Joins BAE Systems, Inc. Board of Directors

(IN BRIEF) Former U.S. Representative and retired U.S. Navy Commander Elaine Luria has joined the Board of Directors at BAE Systems, Inc. Luria represented Virginia’s Second Congressional District from 2019 to 2023 and served on key committees related to defense and veterans’ affairs. Prior to her political career, Luria had a distinguished 20-year career in the U.S. Navy, where she commanded Assault Craft Unit TWO. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the board, enhancing BAE Systems, Inc.’s leadership team.

(PRESS RELEASE) FARNBOROUGH, 24-May-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA), a British multinational defence, security, and aerospace company, is pleased to announce the appointment of former U.S. Representative and retired U.S. Navy Commander Elaine Luria to its Board of Directors.

Elaine Luria represented Virginia’s Second Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2019 to 2023. During her tenure, she served as the vice chair of the Armed Services Committee and was a member of the Veterans’ Affairs and Homeland Security Committees.

“We are thrilled to have Elaine join our board,” said Kelly Ayotte, chair of the Board of BAE Systems, Inc. “Her knowledge of national security and our industry is rooted in decades of experience serving on active duty in the U.S. Navy, as well as her time serving in Congress. We are fortunate to have her leadership to help position our company for the future.”

Prior to her political career, Luria completed a distinguished 20-year active duty service in the U.S. Navy. She served as a nuclear-trained Surface Warfare Officer, with six deployments to the Middle East and Western Pacific. Her final assignment was as the commanding officer of Assault Craft Unit TWO.

Luria holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics and History from the U.S. Naval Academy, and she is a graduate of the Naval Nuclear Power School and Naval War College. She also earned a master’s degree in engineering management from Old Dominion University.

Throughout her military service, Luria received numerous awards and decorations, including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (multiple awards), and Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal.

Elaine Luria’s appointment further strengthens the expertise and experience of BAE Systems, Inc.’s Board of Directors. The complete list of the company’s board members can be found on the official website.

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Veronica Bonilla
Director, Media Relations
BAE Systems, Inc. Communications
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SOURCE: BAE Systems