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1999 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient
Brian E. Barents
1966 Bachelor of Business Administration
Mr. Barents joined Cessna Aircraft Company in 1975, having served his country as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He rose though the corporate ranks and was senior vice president when he left in 1987 for a similar position with Toyota Motor Sales. Two years later, he was named CEO of Learjet, Inc. In 1997, he founded Texas-based Galaxy Aerospace Corp, and serves as its president and CEO.