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Major-General (retired) David Fraser CMM, MSC, MSM, CD, MA, BA joins Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. Advisory Board

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Major-General (retired) David Fraser CMM, MSC, MSM, CD, MA, BA joins Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. Advisory Board
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Hawkesbury, Ontario – May 2023 – Tulmar Safety Systems Inc., a leading provider of safety and survival products and services, is proud to announce that Major-General (retired) David Fraser has joined its Advisory Board.

General Fraser is a highly respected leader and expert in the field of national security and defence. He is a best-selling author and a frequent commentator on military matters. General Fraser was the first Canadian General to lead American soldiers in combat since World War 2. He led combined NATO forces in a series of crucial campaigns in Afghanistan.

As a member of Tulmar’s Advisory Board, General Fraser will provide valuable insights and guidance to the company’s leadership team. His strategic vision and leadership skills have been recognized and praised by leaders around the world.

“I am honored to join the Advisory Board of Tulmar Safety Systems,” said General Fraser. “I have long admired the company’s commitment to safety and innovation. I look forward to working with the team and contributing to its continued success.”

General Fraser joins an impressive group of industry leaders on the Tulmar Advisory Board. The board currently includes Tulmar’s Executive Chairperson Barney Bangs, Tulmar’s CEO Patrick Tallon, Peter Andrews, and Kevin Fitzgerald. Peter Andrews is a serial technology entrepreneur and executive, while Kevin Fitzgerald is a noted philanthropist and former CEO of MDS Aero.

“We are thrilled to welcome General Fraser to the Tulmar family,” said Patrick Tallon, CEO of Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. “His expertise and experience will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and expand our safety and survival offerings.”

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About Tulmar Safety Systems Inc.

Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. is a Canadian-owned company that has been providing safety and survival products and services to the aerospace and defence industries for over 25 years. The company employs a diverse range of people, engineering experts, an effective production crew and a dedicated customer support team. Together, they drive the successes that enable Tulmar to deliver excellent service and innovative products.

Learn more about Tulmar Safety Systems Inc. at www.tulmar.com.

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