Calif. Guard Leader Joins DIU Leadership

June 13, 2024

California Air National Guard Commander Maj. Gen. Steven “Bucky” Butow has been appointed military deputy for DOD’s Defense Innovation Unit, according to Defense Scoop.

Butow will lead a team of 75 service members along with civilians to “execute DIU’s strategic vision as a national mission force for innovation supporting the combatant commands, the joint force, allies and global partners,” DIU said.

Butow will continue to lead the California Air National Guard.

Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Mercedes Taylor

June 13, 2024

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