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MICHAEL B. PERINI
Executive Director, National Institute of Science, Space and Security Centers (NISSSC) at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
Mr. Michael B. Perini is the Executive Director of the National Institute of Science, Space and Security Centers (NISSSC) at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. The Institute’s vision is to make a difference in strengthening the global competitiveness of the U.S. through research programs in science, space and security.
In addition to advising and supporting the UCCS Chancellor in research and curriculum development, Mr. Perini directs the activities of four nationally recognized centers: Center for Homeland Security (CHS), Center for Space Studies (CSS), Center for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Education (CSTEME), and the Trauma, Health & Hazards Center (THHC).
Mr. Perini served more than 36 years in the Air Force, in both civilian and military positions. He is a retired Colonel. Prior to his current position, he was director of public affairs at NORAD and U.S. NORTHERN COMMAND. He has served in senior positions in public affairs at Air Force Space Command and U.S. SPACE COMMAND. Mr. Perini began his military career in air traffic control, serving at Sheppard AFB, Texas, and Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai AFB, Thailand. In 1978, Mr. Perini was selected for career broadening into the public affairs career field. He served as public affairs officer at the wing, major command and Air Force levels. He also served a year on the editorial staff of Air Force Magazine in Washington, D.C., and is the former editor and publisher of Airman Magazine at Kelly AFB, Texas. Mr. Perini was the first U.S. military officer journalist to visit the Soviet Union and holds an "ABC" accreditation from the International Association of Business Communicators. During 2005, he led the largest U.S. military public affairs operation in the U.S. during Hurricane Katrina. Recent professional development has included the 2003, ’04 and ’05 National Homeland Defense Foundation Symposiums; 2006 USNORTHCOM Dynamics of Militant Extremism; 2006 Avian Influenza Pandemic Table Top Exercise.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies, Washington State University
Squadron Officer School, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
Master of Science in Education, University of Southern Mississippi
Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
Air War College, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL
Armed Forces Staff College, Norfolk, VA
Guest Lecturer, Graduate School of International Studies, University of Denver
CAREER CHRONOLOGY AND HIGHLIGHTS:
Jul 1972 – Dec 1977, air traffic control officer, Sheppard AFB, TX and Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai AFB, Thailand; instructor, Air Traffic Control Officers Course, Keesler AFB, MS.
Dec 1977 – Jul 2008, leadership positions at base, major air command, HQ USAF, combatant command and bi-national command in public affairs career field. Keesler AFB, MS; Hill AFB, UT – USAF’s first PAO for F-16 operational unit; Langley AFB, VA; Washington, D.C. - editorial staff, Air Force Magazine and Secretary of the Air Force Office of Public Affairs; Norfolk, VA - Armed Forces Staff College; Hickam AFB, HI; Kelly AFB, TX - editor, Airman Magazine; chief, news operations and publisher of Airman Magazine; vice commander and director of Air Force Internal Information, AFNA; Langley AFB, VA; Yokota AB, Japan - director of public affairs, U.S. Forces Japan; Langley AFB, VA - director of public affairs, HQ Air Combat Command; Peterson AFB, CO - North American Aerospace Defense Command, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Space Command and U.S. Northern Command – all director positions.
Defense Superior Service Medal
Joint Civilian Service Commendation Award
Air Force Commendation Medal Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
NATO Medal Joint Meritorious Unit Award
Coast Guard Unit Commendation
Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal
National Register’s Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals for 2005-2006
PRSA Silver Anvil, Crisis Communication (Government Category)
PROFESSIONAL WRITINGS:
“Finally – The B1-B,” reprint in Congressional Record (U.S. Senate)
"Airlift for Near and Far," Air Force Magazine
"Telling Ours from Theirs," (North Atlantic Treaty Organization system for aerial combat) reprint article, Current News (special edition)
"Uncommon Gallantry," AEF, Air Force Association book entitled Valor
"Reserve Forces: Bottom-line on Top Performers," reprint article, Air War College's Associate Programs
"Faces of the Former Soviet Union," Airman Magazine
“Criteria for Today’s Leaders”, Airman Magazine/Early Bird Supplement
"Top Personnel Officials Revalidate OES," Airman Magazine
“Powerful Partners in Defending the Homeland,” Colorado Springs Business Journal
“Public Communications: Vital Link to Maintaining the Public’s Trust during Crisis”, GWU HSPI
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS:
Air Force Association
Air Force Public Affairs Alumni Association
American Legion
Charitable Treasures Workshop Board, President
Greater Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce, Military Affairs Council
International Association of Business Communicators, Accredited Member
Military Officers Association of America
Pikes Peak Regional Medical Center Foundation, Public Relations Committee
Pikes Peak Round Table
Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce
Former organizations: National Homeland Defense Foundation, NORAD and USNORTHCOM Liaison;
Colorado Nonprofit Association; National Space Science & Technology Institute Board of Advisors;
Community Council, Colorado Festival of World Theatre; Teller County Regional Animal Shelter Board
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