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Stephen Mills joined Diverse Technologies Corporation (DTC) in July 1997 as chief operating officer, bringing 30 years of experience in military and private sector business. In late 2001, he also was named president of the company. Mr. Mills is responsible for the company's day-to-day operations and for leading the development and execution of DTC's three core areas of business: information technology, financial management and logistics support. Mr. Mills is best recognized for leading the company to a successful graduation from the Small Business Administration's 8(a) program in January 2000 and for developing new markets in the information technology field. He is also recognized for his skills in developing a telecommunications division that supports advanced DSL technology and wireless communications. Mr. Mills began his career with the United States Marine Corps in 1968, progressing over the years through the enlisted ranks and the warrant officer and limited duty officer ranks before retiring in 1989. He was then hired as a technician to help the government analyze avionics solutions for the V-22 Tilt Rotor Aircraft and to evaluate logistical support data for the program. Beginning his career in the electrical engineering field, Mr. Mills soon moved forward to aviation electronics. He was responsible for the oversight of aircraft maintenance programs, covering both fixed wing and helicopter aircraft. Mr. Mills also worked in the Navy's research and development laboratory in China Lake, Calif., with civilian engineering personnel developing missile seeker technology for the Army's laser guided artillery shell known as the "Copperhead", the Navy's Hellfire Missile Program and the "Aim 9M Sidewinder Missile" program. Mr. Mills's military career consisted of several trips overseas including one tour in Vietnam. He received three decorations, including two Navy Achievement Medals and one Navy Commendation Medal, for his work in the electronics engineering field. He left the military to pursue a career in business management. Mr. Mills earned a Bachelor of Science degree in aviation management from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Ill. He also completed advanced training in electronics at various military technical schools, including the Aviation Maintenance Officer's course. | 