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Gordon E. Fornell
President at
Air Force Armament Museum Foundation
Profile
Gordon E.
Fornell is currently a Member of the Economic Development Council For Okaloosa County, President of the Air Force Armament Museum Foundation, and a Member-Defense Support Initiative at The Mid-Bay Bridge Authority (Florida).
Previously, he served as a Director at Griffon Corp.
from 2007 to 2008, Director at SAFLINK Corp.
from 2003 to 2008, and Director at Electronic Control Security, Inc. from 2008 to 2012.
He holds an undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania.
Gordon E. Fornell active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Economic Development Council For Okaloosa County
 Economic Development Council For Okaloosa County Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Economic Development Council for Okaloosa County is a non-profit public-private partnership focused on fostering economic growth, diversification, and business advocacy in Okaloosa County. The non-profit company is based in Fort Walton Beach, FL. It serves as the county’s primary economic development organization, supporting existing industries and entrepreneurs through business assistance, workforce development, property listings, and startup guidance via its virtual incubator, Startup Okaloosa. The council emphasizes the region’s strong military presence, anchored by Eglin Air Force Base, which drives economic activity and attracts major defense contractors. It leads initiatives to sustain and grow the defense sector, promotes collaboration among military, civic, and business leaders, and advocates for STEM industries. The council also highlights the county’s quality of life, cultural amenities, healthcare services, natural environments, and educational institutions aligned with workforce needs. It provides resources for business relocation, employment, education, and community engagement, including an interactive map of industrial parks and commercial sites. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 08/12/2009 |
Air Force Armament Museum Foundation
 Air Force Armament Museum Foundation Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Air Force Armament Museum Foundation operates the Air Force Armament Museum, which collects, preserves, and exhibits artifacts and memorabilia related to Air Force armament and its delivery platforms. The private company is based in Eglin Air Force Base, FL. The museum features over 29 aircraft models from World War II to the present and includes hundreds of armament pieces such as guns, bombs, missiles, and cluster munitions. It offers free admission, is open daily, and provides amenities like free parking and handicap-accessible restrooms. | President | 08/12/2009 |
The Mid-Bay Bridge Authority (Florida) | Corporate Officer/Principal | 09/11/2010 |
Former positions of Gordon E. Fornell
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| GRIFFON CORPORATION | Director/Board Member | 29/09/2008 |
SAFLINK Corp.
 SAFLINK Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Develops biometric software solutions | Director/Board Member | 20/02/2008 |
| ELECTRONIC CONTROL SECURITY INC. | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of Gordon E. Fornell
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| Private companies | 8 |
|---|---|
Griffon Corp.
 Griffon Corp. Building ProductsProducer Manufacturing Manufactures garage doors, specialty plastic films and provides installation services | Producer Manufacturing |
SAFLINK Corp.
SAFLINK Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Develops biometric software solutions | Technology Services |
Electronic Control Security, Inc.
 Electronic Control Security, Inc. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Designs, develops, manufactures and markets integrated entry control & intrusion detection systems | Electronic Technology |
Michigan State University
 Michigan State University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
University of Pennsylvania
 University of Pennsylvania Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Economic Development Council For Okaloosa County
Economic Development Council For Okaloosa County Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Economic Development Council for Okaloosa County is a non-profit public-private partnership focused on fostering economic growth, diversification, and business advocacy in Okaloosa County. The non-profit company is based in Fort Walton Beach, FL. It serves as the county’s primary economic development organization, supporting existing industries and entrepreneurs through business assistance, workforce development, property listings, and startup guidance via its virtual incubator, Startup Okaloosa. The council emphasizes the region’s strong military presence, anchored by Eglin Air Force Base, which drives economic activity and attracts major defense contractors. It leads initiatives to sustain and grow the defense sector, promotes collaboration among military, civic, and business leaders, and advocates for STEM industries. The council also highlights the county’s quality of life, cultural amenities, healthcare services, natural environments, and educational institutions aligned with workforce needs. It provides resources for business relocation, employment, education, and community engagement, including an interactive map of industrial parks and commercial sites. | Commercial Services |
Air Force Armament Museum Foundation
Air Force Armament Museum Foundation Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Air Force Armament Museum Foundation operates the Air Force Armament Museum, which collects, preserves, and exhibits artifacts and memorabilia related to Air Force armament and its delivery platforms. The private company is based in Eglin Air Force Base, FL. The museum features over 29 aircraft models from World War II to the present and includes hundreds of armament pieces such as guns, bombs, missiles, and cluster munitions. It offers free admission, is open daily, and provides amenities like free parking and handicap-accessible restrooms. | Consumer Services |
The Mid-Bay Bridge Authority (Florida) | Government |
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