Lieutenant General (R) John Deedrick, Former U.S. Military Representative to NATO, joins SIG SAUER

NEWINGTON, N.H., (October 31, 2023) – SIG SAUER is pleased to announce former United States Military Representative to the NATO Military Committee Lieutenant General E. John Deedrick has joined SIG SAUER as Advisor to CEO, Ron Cohen.

Lt. General E. John Deedrick served 35-years in the United State Army as an Infantry and Special Forces Officer; he has commanded units at every level through multiple combat tours including Special Operations Command – Korea, Combined Special Operations Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, the 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne), the Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan, and culminated his career as the United States Military Representative to the NATO Military Committee in Brussels, Belgium where he represented the U.S. military position on all aspects of Military advice and policy to NATO.

“Lt. General Deedrick is an exceptional addition to our global defense team and joins us as we expand the depth of our defense portfolio,” said Ron Cohen, CEO, SIG SAUER, Inc.  “Having worked his way through the ranks of the U.S. Army to top NATO advisor Lt. General Deerick’s keen understanding and expertise for the complexities of global defense is invaluable to broadening our worldwide reach.” Lt. General E. John Deedrick is a graduate of The Citadel, holds a Master of Science in Management from Central Michigan University, a Master of Art in Strategic Studies from the Air War College, and completed the Executive Leadership Program from Kenan Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina. "It is an honor to join the team at SIG SAUER and help to shape the future of their strategic global endeavors,” added Deedrick. About SIG SAUER, Inc. SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training.  For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision.  Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.  Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy.  Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a  certified Great Place to Work™.  For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.   PR Contact: Samantha Piatt Director - Communications & Media Relations Phone: (603) 610-3304 Email: samantha.piatt@sigsauer.com