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| René Carbone Bardorf |
René Carbone Bardorf, who was former deputy assistant secretary of defense for public affairs, has joined AeroVironment as VP of marketing and communications.
The Arlington-based defense contractor produces the Switchblade kamikaze drone. It posted $716M in revenues and earned $60M during the fiscal year ended April 30.
Most recently Bardorf was at Business Executives for National Security, where she served as SVP, communications.
Her previous positions have included principal and managing partner at DCB Advisors and SVP for government relations at Wounded Warrior Project.
In her new post, she will lead AV’s global strategic marketing and oversee all facets of corporate communications strategy and execution.
“René’s deep understanding of the national security landscape and today’s evolving global security challenges will be invaluable as we continue to grow,” said AV CEO and chairman Wahid Nawabi. “Her track record as a strategic communicator and brand developer enhances our leadership team and opens opportunities to share the AV story with new audiences.”
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