AIA announced Marion C. Blakey's departure. After her 7-year tenure as AIA President and CEO, Blakey will be taking position of President and CEO of Rolls Royce North America. AIA Chairman and President and CEO of GE Aviation David L. Joyce noted how "AIA has elevated its role advocating in the best interests of the nation and the aerospace and defense industry" while under Blakey's guidance. Joyce added that AIA is "quickly moving forward to identify Marion's successor."