The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) expressed its support for the nomination of Mike Cadenazzi as Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy. AIA President and CEO Eric Fanning highlighted this nomination before Cadenazzi's confirmation hearing, stating its importance for national security.
Fanning remarked, "The Aerospace Industries Association applauds the nomination of Mike Cadenazzi for Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy. This nomination underscores the administration’s commitment to strengthening the defense industrial base, a critical component of our national security."
Mike Cadenazzi, a member of AIA's Board of Governors, has been recognized as a crucial partner by the organization. Fanning pointed to Cadenazzi’s "longstanding industry credentials and proven track record fostering innovation and efficiency" as being vital for enhancing the resilience and capabilities of the defense industrial base. "We look forward to collaborating with him to ensure that our industry continues to support the Department of Defense in meeting the challenges of the future," Fanning added.