Bracy Tucker Brown

Since leaving public office to launch Armitage International, L.C Mr. Armitagehas begun a fruitful relationship with the WashingtonSpeakers Bureau, speaking on leadership in action, the art of diplomacy, the future of Asia, humanitarianismin action, and discussions on the Middle East. Having helped shape, direct and lead U.S. foreign policy during one of the most trying and intriguing eras in modern history, Mr. Armitage offers his truly unique insight to audiences around the globe. Armitage International L.C was formed in March 2005 by Richard L. Armitage, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State. He is joined by four partners with extensive experience in government and business. Together, they provide multinational clients with critical support in the areas of international business development, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Consistent with the reputation of its partners, Armitage International takes a practical, no-nonsense approach in support of its clients. The global marketplace is complex and demanding. Our goal is to use the valuable experience and contacts we have garnered through years of public service and private enterprise to facilitate clients' success in such an environment. Armitage International contributes to client decision making by offering keen insights into foreign and domestic markets, and an intimate knowledge of U.S.government requirements related to international business. Our analysis and advice is tailored to the very specific needs identified by the client. We have a trackrecord of success with advocacy and trouble-shooting for our clients in markets outside the United States. We also have successfully counseled U.S. and foreign clients on how best to manage their issues with the United States government and how to navigate through the arcane processes created by our federal bureaucracies. Armitage International serves clients that focus on international business development in industries such as aerospace, communications, consumer products, construction, defense, finance and financial services, high-technology electronics, information technology, and transportation. Our Clients include Fortune 100 companies, as well as mid-market firms. Armitage International L.C 2300 Clarendon Blvd, VA 22201 Arlington Suite 601 703.248.0344

New Century Advisors LLC is an institutional investment management firm based in Chevy Chase, MD, that focuses on managing complex risks while aiming to generate value for its clients. The firm employs a diverse range of opportunities to provide a fresh perspective on capital markets and uncover investment opportunities. By rethinking concepts such as opportunity, risk, and return, New Century Advisors seeks to enhance its clients' investment strategies. Their innovative approach positions them as a forward-thinking player in the investment management landscape. Generated from the website

Northrop Grumman Information Systems is a leading global provider of advanced solutions that deliver timely, enabling information to where its needed most for its military, intelligence, civilian, state and local and commercial customers. It is a $10 billion business employing approximately 35,000 employees with offices in 50 states and 18 countries. The company supports commanders who manage far-flung forces via global command, control and communications systems; police and firefighters who will access high-speed data and video over a new broadband wireless network; battlefield commanders who use a tactical Internet to lead their troops; Department of Homeland Security staffers who rely on their classified network infrastructure; intelligence analysts who rely on their systems to get actionable information into the right hands at the right time; missile defense analysts who model and simulate scenarios at the Joint National Integration Center; states, counties and cities who rely on the management of their information infrastructures to deliver responsive services to their citizens; and businesses that adopt new software solutions to make their enterprise processes run more smoothly and efficiently.