[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 78 (Monday, May 6, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E451]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE CAREER AND SERVICE OF GREGORY R. IANNELLO

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 6, 2024

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional 
career and dedicated service of Mr. Gregory R. Iannello. In addition to 
being an honored veteran, Mr. Iannello's tenure at Griffis Institute 
(GI) and his career with the Department of Defense stand as testaments 
to his unwavering commitment to safeguarding the United States.
  Greg obtained the esteemed position of Senior T2 Agreements Subject 
Matter Expert at the GI, focusing on Technology Transfer agreements for 
a decade. His expertise encompassed Education Partnership Agreements, 
Commercial Test Agreements, Cooperative Research and Development 
Agreements.
  During his 6 years with the Defense Contract Management Agency 
(DCMA), Greg served in multiple capacities including Quality Assurance 
Specialist, Contract Price Analyst, and Contract Administrator. The 
remainder of his career with the Department of Defense was dedicated to 
the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL/RI), where he served as a 
Contract Specialist, Procurement Analyst, Grants and Agreements 
Officer, Contracting Officer, and R&D Contracting Branch Chief. During 
his time at AFRL/RI, Greg played a pivotal role in drafting Procurement 
Policy, Training, and Implementation. He spearheaded the utilization of 
Grants, Cooperative Agreements, Other Transactions, Technology 
Investment Agreements, and Consortium Agreements. Mr. Iannello 
dedicated 47 years to supporting the United States Air Force and the 
Department of Defense through both his direct employment, and his 
contributions at GI.
  In addition to his impressive career, Greg holds a Bachelor of 
Science in Business and Project Management from SUNY Polytechnic 
Institute. He also achieved an Acquisition Professional Development 
Program Level 3 Certification in Contracting under the Defense 
Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act. He was an active member of the 
National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and held several 
offices including Leatherstocking Chapter President, Certification 
Chair, and Fellows Chair. He also served 3 years on the National Board 
of Directors and is an NCMA Fellow and Certified Professional Contracts 
Manager.
  On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, I am deeply 
honored to acknowledge Gregory Iannello's extraordinary service, 
tireless efforts, profound commitment, and devotion to the United 
States.

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