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Govini Fires Founder After Arrest for Minor Solicitation

11/15/2025

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Govini dismissed founder Eric Gillespie from its board after his arrest on charges of soliciting sexual contact with a minor.
Gillespie, 57, faces four felonies.
A judge denied bail.
Govini says Gillespie had no access to classified information since stepping down as CEO nearly a decade ago.
Govini recently secured a $900+ million government contract as Pentagon officials examine security risks tied to the arrest.

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Govini dismissed founder Eric Gillespie from its board after his arrest on charges of soliciting sexual contact with a minor.
Gillespie, 57, faces four felonies.
A judge denied bail.
Govini says Gillespie had no access to classified information since stepping down as CEO nearly a decade ago.
Govini recently secured a $900+ million government contract as Pentagon officials examine security risks tied to the arrest.