The aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy was built by HII's Newport News Shipbuilding Division. (Photo: HII) HII CEO and president Mike Petters led the effort to develop these centers as part of his commitment to skilled workforce development. A comparable health center is scheduled to open at their corporate headquarters and shipyard located in Newport News, Va., in January 2016. Along with their nationally renowned apprentice schools, full-service health centers are another key component to training and retaining skilled workers in manufacturing, according to Petters. Hughes took some time to answer questions from EHS Today about the clinic and the company's investment in employee wellness. EHS Today: An undertaking like this is a huge, up-front financial commitment for an employer. Can you explain why this was important to Huntington Ingalls Industries and what you anticipate your return on investment to be, in terms of both benefit to employees and benefit to the bottom line of the business?