Indiana Governor-elect Mike Braun announced today his intent to appoint Brigadier General Lawrence “Larry” Muennich as the next Adjutant General of Indiana, where he will lead the Indiana National Guard's more than 12,000 soldiers.
Brigadier General Muennich brings over 32 years of military experience and 24 years of corporate executive leadership to the position. He currently serves as Division Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Indiana National Guard, where he oversees personnel readiness and manages Indiana's State Partnership Program relationship with Slovakia.
"Brigadier General Muennich's unique combination of military leadership and private sector executive experience makes him exceptionally qualified to lead our National Guard," said Governor-elect Braun. "His proven track record of strategic leadership, both in uniform and in business, will be invaluable as we work to strengthen Indiana's military readiness and emergency response capabilities."
A graduate of Eastern Kentucky University, Muennich most recently served as Executive Director of Final Mile Delivery at GE Appliances, where he led a nationwide network of over 2,500 contractors and 160 warehouses. His military career includes command of the 38th Combat Aviation Brigade and multiple operational deployments to Iraq, Kosovo, Kuwait and Bosnia. He is also a Senior Army Aviator with over 1,500 flight hours.
"I am honored to be selected as Indiana's next Adjutant General," said Brigadier General Muennich. "The Indiana National Guard has a proud tradition of serving both our state and nation, and I look forward to working alongside our dedicated soldiers and airmen to ensure we remain ready to respond whenever called upon."
Muennich's military education includes graduation with distinction from the Air War College with a Master's in Strategic Studies and recent completion of Harvard University's Homeland Security Seminar. He is a recipient of the Bronze Star Medal and the Order of St. Michael from the Army Aviation Association of America.
Adjutant General Larry Muennich