Yesterday, Defense Chief General Flemming Lentfer attended the transition of leadership in Interforce, where he welcomed Henrik Dam Kristensen as the new chairman.
Henrik Dam Kristensen, a former member of the Danish Parliament for the Social Democrats, brings a wealth of experience, having served in five ministerial positions. Additionally, he held the position of Speaker of the Parliament from 2019 to 2022.
The newly appointed chairman of Interforce takes over the unpaid position from Søren Gade, who had held the role since 2016. Søren Gade succeeded Henrik Dam Kristensen as the Speaker of the Parliament after the last general election.
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During the ceremony, Flemming Lentfer presented the Defense Medal for Distinguished Service to the outgoing chairman in recognition of his significant dedication to improving conditions for personnel in the Reserve Forces and strengthening cooperation between Interforce and the business community.
“For nearly seven years as chairman, you have contributed to raising awareness of the military’s affairs and the importance of the Reserve Forces within the business community,” said the Defense Chief as he presented the medal to Søren Gade.
Søren Gade was also honored with the Meritorious Service Badge for his 40 years of dedicated service in the Reserve Forces.