Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today accepted Indiana Department of Veterans’ Affairs Director Jim Brown’s resignation. Brown has led the IDVA during two administrations following a distinguished military career where he was awarded three Bronze Stars and two Purple Hearts for his service in Vietnam and Afghanistan.
“Sgt. Maj. Brown is a good man with a distinguished service record,†Gov. Holcomb said. “I am grateful for his longstanding service to our state and country.â€
Brown has held several leadership positions in the U.S. Army and the Indiana National Guard. In his civilian capacity, he has 25 years of small business ownership and managed a transportation company. He has served as director since February 2013 and his resignation is effective Dec. 28, 2018.