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Chemist Brings SAFETY Act Expertise to Homeland Security Firm
Date:1/7/2008

lping design the program's evaluation process, drafting the application kits, coordinating government procurements, and identifying Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). He also has experience in Department of Defense Testing and Evaluation programs.

"Dr. McWhorter's knowledge of the inner workings of DHS and his involvement in the SAFETY Act will be invaluable to many of our clients exploring new technologies with homeland security uses," said David Olive, a principal and co-founder of the firm. "His unique combination of scientific expertise, business acumen and political know-how is vital to companies navigating this often complicated process."

Dr. McWhorter was personally recognized by Adm. Jay M. Cohen, DHS Under Secretary for Science and Technology, when IDA was awarded the Outstanding Contractor Support award in November 2007.

Dr. McWhorter earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Virginia and a B.S. in Chemistry from Washington and Lee University.

About Olive, Edwards & Cooper

Olive, Edwards, & Cooper, L.L.C., is a Washington, D.C., government relations, and public affairs firm whose clients include Fortune 100 companies, major trade associations, and small businesses. In 2005, the firm was named one of the most influential homeland security consulting firms in Washington.


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