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Charles Cervantes has the lead role in implementing the DoD Strategic Plan and Executive Order 13360 for Service- Disabled Veteran-owned Small Businesses. Mr. Cervantes was in private practice from 1981 until his appointment to his current post where he represented small businesses, a chamber of commerce and trade associations. Charles’ prior federal service was from 1979 through 1981 in Washington, DC, where he served as Counselor for Legal Affairs to an Ambassador At Large at the US Department of State. Charles also served as Attorney-Advisor at HEW from 1973 through 1978, advising on the administration of federal contracts and grants and the promulgation of regulations. Charles graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1973. He received his B.A. from the University of Texas in 1969. In 1969 he enlisted in the US Army and National Guard, serving in the 371st Airborne Support Battalion. He received an Honorable Discharge in 1973. |
