Herndon, Virginia (January 26, 2010) -- VISTAtsi, a leading management and IT consulting firm specializing in decision support analytics, today announced the appointed of Lieutenant General John F. Sattler of the United States Marine Corps (Ret.) to its Board of Directors. 

“The talent and diverse expertise of our Board has always been an asset to VISTAtsi, as witnessed by our ability to attract accomplished leaders like General Sattler,” remarked David B. Baxa, VISTAtsi President and CEO.  “With his proven leadership experience, General Sattler is a key addition to our team and will help guide us toward our long-term growth objectives."

Prior to his retirement in August 2008, Lt. Gen. Sattler served as Director of Strategic Plans and Policy for the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff.  He was also the United States' representative to the Military Staff Committee of the United Nations.  His military career, which spans 37 years, includes service in Operation Iraqi Freedom and many awards, including the Defense Distinguished Service Medal and Legion of Merit. Sattler is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy.