Local CEO climbs to new heights Published Feb. 13, 2008 By Airman 1st Class Danielle Hill 14th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs COLUMBUS AFB, Miss. -- The CEO and President of SeverCorr, John Correnti, visit Columbus AFB Tuesday. Correnti, who founded SeverCorr in 2005, was able to take a flight in the T-38 Talon with the 14th Flying Training Wing commander, Col. Dave Gerber, as his pilot. During his tour of Columbus AFB, Correnti was shown the day-to-day operations of the base. He was also able to share his insight on his success during a luncheon for more than 35 people at the Columbus Club. When asked to what he credited his success, Correnti said "hard work and luck. I was in the right place at the right time." Correnti is no stranger to CAFB. Last year he was able to take part in the Civic Leader tour, where local civic leaders were able to tour other Air Force bases to better familiarize themselves with the Air Force. "It is a shame that every civilian doesn't get the opportunity to interact with the military this way. They would appreciate the military much more if they could," said Correnti. He spoke of the strong ties that CAFB has with the local community, saying "the constant flow of military personnel into the area prevents it from becoming stale." With new personnel, come new and fresh ideas. Correnti is a graduate of Clarkson University in Postdam, N.Y., and hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Before becoming the CEO of SeverCorr, he worked for the Nucor Corporation.
