Glenn Cannon Named Director of FEMA's Response Division

Washington, DC, June 12, 2006 -- R. David Paulison, the Director of FEMA, swears in Glenn Cannon as Director of Response for FEMA. Holding the bible is Mrs. Cannon. FEMA/Bill Koplitz

Glenn Cannon has been appointed director for the Response Division of the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Director David Paulison announced today. In this role, Cannon will be responsible for coordinating the development and execution of interagency plans, policies, and procedures and for response operations in Presidential disaster and emergency declarations and other Incidents of National Significance.

“With 40 years of experience handling disasters, Glenn brings a great depth of emergency management experience and leadership to our agency,” said Paulison.  “His first-hand perspective in working with state and local governments will be valuable in ensuring that our response efforts are well coordinated.” (Read More)

Last Modified: Monday, 19-Jun-2006 10:06:45 EDT