Smiths Detection today announced that Elizabeth “Sissy” Pressnell, Vice President of Government Relations for Smiths Group, has been elected as the 2013 Chair of the Security Manufacturers Coalition (SMC).
The SMC comprises nine leading security screening and technology manufacturers in the U.S. who supply equipment to public and private organizations worldwide.
Lance Roncalli, Managing Director, Smiths Detection said: “This is a great opportunity for Sissy as well as for Smiths Detection to play a leadership role on behalf of the coalition. Sissy has a strong background in the nexus of security technology and public policy that will help ensure the SMC is able to bring the full perspective of the industry to policymakers at a critical time.”
Pressnell joined Smiths Group in 2011 as the VP of Government Relations. With over 20 years combined Capitol Hill and related federal government relations experience, Pressnell has developed special expertise in the federal appropriations and authorization process, regulatory issues, and procurement.
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Smiths Detection designs and makes advanced solutions to detect and identify threats including explosives, chemical agents, biohazards, nuclear, radiation, narcotics, weapons and contraband. A market leader worldwide in providing layered security technologies, Smiths Detection has major plants in three U.S. states. It partners federal and state government agencies and first responders to strengthen homeland security and safeguard the military. Major customers include the Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in the practical application of advanced technologies. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people, including more than 9,000 in the U.S. where it operates around 100 sites in 40 states.