Board Leadership: Men's Board
Richard Coupland, Chair of Men’s Board
Director, General Dynamics - C4 Systems
Richard Coupland is the Director of Science, Technology and Products for the Battle Management Systems Division of General Dynamics C4 Systems. Richard has over 18 years experience in systems integration businesses, spanning from military to commercial, domestic to international.
Richard began his career with TRW, Inc. in Washington DC in 1991, where he worked with the FAA to upgrade the nation's air traffic control systems. In 1995, he moved to Scottsdale to join Motorola's Government Systems and Technology Group, where he continued work with the airport and airline industry to automate the communications and operations of airports and airlines around the world. His assignment with Motorola allowed him to work in over 16 countries with a focus in South Korea, Israel and Europe.
In 2002, Richard left Motorola to run the operations for Communication Services, Inc in Mesa. CSI is a small company providing engineering design and construction services for communication towers for cellular, radio and government customers. In 2004, Richard joined General Dynamics, who had recently acquired the Motorola Government business in Scottsdale.
Richard received his Bachelor in Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Virginia Military Institute, and his MBA from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University.
Richard has lived in the Valley of the Sun for 15 years. His wife, Heidi, was actively involved with Fresh Start for over 10 years, serving on the Auxiliary Board and as the 2009 Fashion Gala Co-Chair. They have two daughters, Kendall and Carley.
Richard has been on the men's board for 4 years.
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