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Peter Horvath Joins Mission Essential Board of Advisors; Chris Taylor Comments

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Peter Horvath, recently COO and executive vice president of Victoria’s Secret, has joined Mission Essential Personnel‘s board of advisors.

Horvath will counsel management on strategic planning, global branding and winning work.

“Peter led and managed one of the most successful brands in history, ” said Mission Essential CEO Chris Taylor. “He is a known industry leader in innovation and creative business practices that drive sustainable, long-term growth.

“As we grow our core business and expand into new areas, Peter brings a different voice from a different industry and his unique, global perspective will make MEP stronger and better prepared for tomorrow.”

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Ret. SOCOM Admiral Eric Olson Joins MEP Board of Advisors; Chris Taylor Comments

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