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Honoring Our Veterans: Continuing a Legacy of Service

This Veterans Day, GPD Group proudly recognizes and thanks the veterans among us – men and women who have served our nation with dedication, courage, and integrity. Their commitment to protecting our country has shaped who they are, and that same spirit of service continues to shine in the work they do every day at GPD.

GPD is honored to have veterans contributing across our teams, including within our Federal Department, where they play a vital role in designing and managing projects for the Department of Defense and civilian federal agencies. Their unique perspective, discipline, and leadership strengthen our ability to serve those who serve our nation.

But their impact doesn’t stop there. Our veterans also help shape the communities we live in – designing schools, improving infrastructure, and developing spaces that support safety, connection, and growth. Whether working on military installations or community projects, they continue to embody the same sense of purpose that guided their military service.

To our veterans, thank you. Your continued dedication to excellence and service inspires us all. Today and every day, we honor your contributions to our country and to GPD Group.

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Ron Boorman
U.S. Navy
Electrician Mate Nuclear Power
E-5 (Petty Officer, 2nd Class)
1985-1991

Andrew Buck
U.S. Marine Corps
Sergeant
2011-2019

Roni DePaulo
U.S. Air Force
Engineering Assistant
1990-1994

Dan Flores
U.S. Marine Corps
Corporal
2013-2017

Dimitri French
U.S. Air Force
E-5 Staff Sergeant
Weapons Load Crew Chief
2012-2020

Michael Green
U.S. Air Force
Staff Sergeant, E-5
1998-2003

Brian Hagemeier
U.S. Navy
Sonar Technician Third Class
1994-1998

Michael Hostetler
U.S. Air Force
Captain
2003-2009

Nash Jones
U.S. Marine Corps
Sergeant
2015-2025

Darrin Kotecki
Ohio Army National Guard
Sergeant
1986-1991

Brian Martin
Army National Guard
Sergeant/Cook
1999-2005

Jacob McIlvaine
U.S. Navy
Commander
2004-2025

James Parrot Jr.
U.S. Air Force -2001-2009
U.S. Army - 2009-2024
Chief Warrant Officer 3

Nicole Phillips
U.S. Army
Private
2020

Nate Price
U.S. Navy
Captain, Civil Engineer Corps
1992-2020

Shannon Quijano
US Marine Corps
1988-1996

Randy Smearman
U.S. Air Force
Sergeant
1977-1981

Curtis Smith
Ohio Army National Guard
Sergeant
2008-2020

Shawn Talley
U.S. Navy
Commander
2001-2025

Ryan Tribuzi
U.S. Navy
E-5 (Petty Officer, 2nd Class)
2012-2020

JT Troxell
Army National Guard
SFC, HIMARS Plt. Sgt
12+ (still currently serving)

Slawomir Twarowski
U.S. Army
Specialist
2001-2006

Michael Wells
Army National Guard
Specialist
2001-2007

Photos represent a portion of our veteran community at GPD Group. We extend our sincere gratitude to all veterans across the company — your service, both past and present, strengthens who we are.