General H. Hugh Shelton Visits The Cypress Of Raleigh

Mark Andrews, managing member of The Cypress of Raleigh (www.thecypressofraleigh.com), has announced that General H. Hugh Shelton, USA (R), 14th Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff held a book signing event at The Cypress campus on Sept. 17. Shelton’s book, Secrets of Success: North Carolina Values-Based Leadership explores through black and white portrait photography, leadership first-hand from 35 men and women with a unique connection to N.C. The book shows how leadership impacted pivotal moments in world politics, business, the military, athletics, religion and the arts. All proceeds from the sale of this book will support leadership and scholarship programs for the General H. Hugh Shelton Leadership Center at N.C. State University, whose mission is to inspire, educate, and develop values-based leaders committed to personal integrity, professional ethics and selfless service.

Shelton served two tours of duty in Vietnam with the 5th Special Forces Group and the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Following the Gulf War, he commanded the 82nd Airborne Division, led the Joint Task Force responsible for Operation Uphold Democracy in Haiti, and was then promoted to the rank of general and the position of the commander-in-chief of the U.S. Special Operations Command. Later, General Shelton was named the 14th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, where he was principal military advisor to the President, the Secretary of Defense, and the National Security Agency. Following his retirement in 2001, he chose to serve his alma mater, N.C. State University, by creating the General H. Hugh Shelton Leadership Center.

The Cypress of Raleigh is a premier continuing care retirement community that combines a vibrant active lifestyle with easy access to quality, on-site health care while providing the many benefits of home ownership. For more information, visit www.thecypressofraleigh.com.

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www.ncsu.edu/extension/sheltonleadership
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"We are pleased that General Shelton held a book signing here at the Cypress," said Andrews. "This is an excellent opportunity for our residents to learn first hand how North Carolina leaders have helped shape everything from world politics to the arts."

About The Cypress of Raleigh:
The Cypress of Raleigh is a retirement community that is dedicated to member’s quality of life, and is perfectly designed for the retirement lifestyle. The community has been carefully and thoughtfully planned to ensure the highest levels of service and satisfaction. The development combines an array of lifestyle services with easy access to quality, on-site health care. The beautifully landscaped campus offers the unique benefits of home ownership and an unparalleled collection of amenities to enhance leisure time. Members have a choice of home designs which provide a gorgeous backdrop for a vibrant and active lifestyle after retirement. For more information, visit www.thecypressofraleigh.com.

Patty Briguglio
MMI Associates, Inc.
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PR Firms Raleigh, NC

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