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Ted Probert
President and CEO
Ted Probert joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2018. Serving in the Marine Corps Reserves for 21 years, he retired as a LtCol in 2014. Ted brings over 30 years of nonprofit experience to MCSF, highlighted by his time at Phillips Exeter Academy for The Exeter Initiatives, which raised $352 million, and as the Director of Institutional Advancement. Currently the President and CEO of the Scholarship Foundation, Ted works with the Board of Directors on strategic direction, attends events across the Nation and manages all business affairs. A large part of his work is heightening the visibility and impact of the Scholarship Foundation in order to support more Navy and Marine Corps families. Ted and his wife, Andi, reside in Alexandria, VA and have two children, Campbell and Tanner.
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Ted Probert
President and CEO
Ted Probert joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2018. Serving in the Marine Corps Reserves for 21 years, he retired as a LtCol in 2014. Ted brings over 30 years of nonprofit experience to MCSF, highlighted by his time at Phillips Exeter Academy for The Exeter Initiatives, which raised $352 million, and as the Director of Institutional Advancement. Currently the President and CEO of the Scholarship Foundation, Ted works with the Board of Directors on strategic direction, attends events across the Nation and manages all business affairs. A large part of his work is heightening the visibility and impact of the Scholarship Foundation in order to support more Navy and Marine Corps families. Ted and his wife, Andi, reside in Alexandria, VA and have two children, Campbell and Tanner.
Michael Armstrong
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Armstrong is the Chairman of Johns Hopkins Medicine Patient Safety Committee and serves on the following boards: Telluride Foundation, Naples Neighborhood Health Clinic, Artis-Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Johns Hopkins Medicine. Mr. Armstrong is a retired visiting Professor at MIT, previously served on President Clinton’s Defense Policy Advisory Board, and is a current member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
A passionate supporter of Marine Corps values and those who serve, Mr. Armstrong is the Chairman of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Advisory Board, as well as a member the American Patriots Campaign Cabinet, and previous Scholarship Foundation board member.
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Michael Armstrong
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Armstrong is the Chairman of Johns Hopkins Medicine Patient Safety Committee and serves on the following boards: Telluride Foundation, Naples Neighborhood Health Clinic, Artis-Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and Johns Hopkins Medicine. Mr. Armstrong is a retired visiting Professor at MIT, previously served on President Clinton’s Defense Policy Advisory Board, and is a current member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
A passionate supporter of Marine Corps values and those who serve, Mr. Armstrong is the Chairman of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Advisory Board, as well as a member the American Patriots Campaign Cabinet, and previous Scholarship Foundation board member.
Colonel H.C. “Barney” Barnum USMC (Ret.)
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Barnum was sworn in as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Reserve Affairs on 23 July, 2001, and was designated Acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs) on 20 January 2009 and retired on 30 April 2009.
Mr. Barnum was commissioned a second lieutenant in the U. S. Marine Corps in 1962. The fourth Marine to be awarded the nation's highest honor, the Medal of Honor for valor in Vietnam, he retired from the Marine Corps in August 1989.
As a Marine Officer for over 27 and one-half years, Mr. Barnum served multiple tours as an artilleryman with both the 3rd and 2nd Marine Divisions to include two tours in Vietnam; 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing; Guard Officer at Marine Barracks, Pearl Harbor and Operations Officer, Hawaiian Armed Forces Police; Weapons Instructor at the Officer Basic School; four years at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island as Commanding Officer, Headquarters Company and the 2nd Recruit Training Battalion of the Training Regiment; Chief of Current Operations, US Central Command where he planned and executed the first U.S./Jordanian joint exercise staff as the Commander of U.S. Forces and twice planned and executed  operation BRIGHT STAR spread over four southwest Asian countries involving 26,000 personnel .  Headquarters Marine Corps tours included: aide to the Assistant Commandant as a Captain and Deputy Director Public Affairs, Director Special Projects Directorate and Military Secretary to the Commandant as a Colonel. Upon retirement in 1989, Colonel Barnum served as the Principal Director, Drug Enforcement Policy, Office of the Secretary of Defense.
Mr. Barnum now serves on a number of corporate and non-profit boards including Segs4Vets and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation.   Mr. Barnum is married to Martha E. Hill of Parkersburg, West Virginia. The Barnums reside in Reston, Virginia.
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Colonel H.C. “Barney” Barnum USMC (Ret.)
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Barnum was sworn in as the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Reserve Affairs on 23 July, 2001, and was designated Acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs) on 20 January 2009 and retired on 30 April 2009.
Mr. Barnum was commissioned a second lieutenant in the U. S. Marine Corps in 1962. The fourth Marine to be awarded the nation's highest honor, the Medal of Honor for valor in Vietnam, he retired from the Marine Corps in August 1989.
As a Marine Officer for over 27 and one-half years, Mr. Barnum served multiple tours as an artilleryman with both the 3rd and 2nd Marine Divisions to include two tours in Vietnam; 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing; Guard Officer at Marine Barracks, Pearl Harbor and Operations Officer, Hawaiian Armed Forces Police; Weapons Instructor at the Officer Basic School; four years at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island as Commanding Officer, Headquarters Company and the 2nd Recruit Training Battalion of the Training Regiment; Chief of Current Operations, US Central Command where he planned and executed the first U.S./Jordanian joint exercise staff as the Commander of U.S. Forces and twice planned and executed  operation BRIGHT STAR spread over four southwest Asian countries involving 26,000 personnel .  Headquarters Marine Corps tours included: aide to the Assistant Commandant as a Captain and Deputy Director Public Affairs, Director Special Projects Directorate and Military Secretary to the Commandant as a Colonel. Upon retirement in 1989, Colonel Barnum served as the Principal Director, Drug Enforcement Policy, Office of the Secretary of Defense.
Mr. Barnum now serves on a number of corporate and non-profit boards including Segs4Vets and the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation.   Mr. Barnum is married to Martha E. Hill of Parkersburg, West Virginia. The Barnums reside in Reston, Virginia.
James H. Clement, Jr.
Advisory Council Member
James Clement is chairman of King Ranch, Inc., where he has also served as vice president and treasurer. Mr. Clement is chairman of the Management Council of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management at Texas A&M University-Kingsville and on the board of Houston Trust Company He has served  as a board member of the Texas State Historical Association, the Advisory Council of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for Energy, Law, and Business at The University of Texas at Austin; Vice Chairman and board member of  the Episcopal School of Dallas, board member of Madison Council of the Library of Congress, and as Chairman of the board of the Tom Lea Institute.
Mr. Clement holds a BA in Economics from Tulane University and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin.
He is married to Judy Beggs and is the father of a daughter, Capera plus two Marine sons, Captain James Clement III (USMCR infantry) and Major Gregory Clement, USMC ret (USNA ’08, aviator).
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James H. Clement, Jr.
Advisory Council Member
James Clement is chairman of King Ranch, Inc., where he has also served as vice president and treasurer. Mr. Clement is chairman of the Management Council of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management at Texas A&M University-Kingsville and on the board of Houston Trust Company He has served  as a board member of the Texas State Historical Association, the Advisory Council of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for Energy, Law, and Business at The University of Texas at Austin; Vice Chairman and board member of  the Episcopal School of Dallas, board member of Madison Council of the Library of Congress, and as Chairman of the board of the Tom Lea Institute.
Mr. Clement holds a BA in Economics from Tulane University and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin.
He is married to Judy Beggs and is the father of a daughter, Capera plus two Marine sons, Captain James Clement III (USMCR infantry) and Major Gregory Clement, USMC ret (USNA ’08, aviator).
Craig J. Duchossois
Advisory Council Member
Craig J. Duchossois – Executive Chair of Duchossois Capital Management (DCM), the family’s private investment firm located in Chicago.
Craig serves as an advisory board member for The Edgewater Funds, Kellogg School of Management, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation and the Said Business School Family Advisory Council, University of Oxford.  His not-for-profit board memberships include Aiken Horse Park Foundation, Culver Educational Foundation, Illinois Institute of Technology and Trustee Emeritus for UChicago and UChicago Hospital. Additionally, he is a member of the Chief Executives’ Organization, World Presidents’ Organization, YPO Gold, Executives’ Club of Chicago, Economic Club and the Civic Committee of The Commercial Club of Chicago. Craig is a past-Chairman of the Board of Visitors for the United States Naval Academy.  He has served on numerous public, private and ESOP boards.
Craig holds a BBA and MBA from Southern Methodist University. He served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968-1971.
Craig and his wife Janet have two children and five grandchildren.
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Craig J. Duchossois
Advisory Council Member
Craig J. Duchossois – Executive Chair of Duchossois Capital Management (DCM), the family’s private investment firm located in Chicago.
Craig serves as an advisory board member for The Edgewater Funds, Kellogg School of Management, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation and the Said Business School Family Advisory Council, University of Oxford.  His not-for-profit board memberships include Aiken Horse Park Foundation, Culver Educational Foundation, Illinois Institute of Technology and Trustee Emeritus for UChicago and UChicago Hospital. Additionally, he is a member of the Chief Executives’ Organization, World Presidents’ Organization, YPO Gold, Executives’ Club of Chicago, Economic Club and the Civic Committee of The Commercial Club of Chicago. Craig is a past-Chairman of the Board of Visitors for the United States Naval Academy.  He has served on numerous public, private and ESOP boards.
Craig holds a BBA and MBA from Southern Methodist University. He served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968-1971.
Craig and his wife Janet have two children and five grandchildren.
Ellyn Dunford
Advisory Council Member
Growing up in the Boston area, Mrs. Dunford graduated from Simmons College with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and moved to northern Virginia, where she met her husband, Joe Dunford. They have been married for over 30 years, through 18+ moves, six states, three children and numerous deployments in peacetime and war.
For almost 30 years she was a practicing physical therapist, first in trauma and acute care, followed by the majority of her time in pediatric care. The practice gave Mrs. Dunford much insight into issues facing EFMP families, children with educational special needs, and Wounded Warriors.
Mrs. Dunford enjoys running and exercise, reading (never enough time), volunteering, and sewing. Her volunteer efforts with the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Leadership Education Seminar, and various spouse clubs and Family Readiness Programs have been a source of enjoyment and brought her great pride in the many talents of military spouses. Mrs. Dunford considers it a privilege to have watched Family Readiness Programs morph from non-existent, to spouse/volunteer-run, to a professional organization with extensive training and management.
Along with raising her family, she considers connecting with and caring for military families as one of the most important roles in her life.
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Ellyn Dunford
Advisory Council Member
Growing up in the Boston area, Mrs. Dunford graduated from Simmons College with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and moved to northern Virginia, where she met her husband, Joe Dunford. They have been married for over 30 years, through 18+ moves, six states, three children and numerous deployments in peacetime and war.
For almost 30 years she was a practicing physical therapist, first in trauma and acute care, followed by the majority of her time in pediatric care. The practice gave Mrs. Dunford much insight into issues facing EFMP families, children with educational special needs, and Wounded Warriors.
Mrs. Dunford enjoys running and exercise, reading (never enough time), volunteering, and sewing. Her volunteer efforts with the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Leadership Education Seminar, and various spouse clubs and Family Readiness Programs have been a source of enjoyment and brought her great pride in the many talents of military spouses. Mrs. Dunford considers it a privilege to have watched Family Readiness Programs morph from non-existent, to spouse/volunteer-run, to a professional organization with extensive training and management.
Along with raising her family, she considers connecting with and caring for military families as one of the most important roles in her life.
Sergeant Major Carlton W. Kent USMC (Ret.)
Advisory Council Member
Sgt. Maj. Kent completed recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., in March 1976 and was assigned to the 1st Marine Brigade. In May 1978, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to Marine Security Guard Battalion where he served as a Marine Security Guard. He served at American Embassy, Kinshasa, Zaire and Panama. In June 1981, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to Fort Benning for Airborne School and Parachute Riggers School at Fort Lee, Va. In June of 1982 he was assigned as 2nd Air Delivery
Platoon Commander, and parachute rigger billets in various commands aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C.
In February 1983, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif., for duty as a drill instructor, senior drill instructor and battalion drill master with First Battalion. In January 1985, he was meritoriously promoted to Gunnery Sergeant.
In May 1985, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to 3rd Air Delivery Platoon as Platoon Sergeant. In June 1986 he transferred to Engineer Company, BSSG-1 1st Marine Brigade, Hawaii, as Company Gunnery Sergeant. In March 1988, Sgt. Maj. Kent was assigned to Noncommissioned Officers School, 1st Marine Brigade as the NCOIC.
In February 1989, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., as a student at Drill Instructor School. After completion of Drill Instructor School, Sgt. Maj.
Kent was assigned to Naval Aviation Officers Candidate School in Pensacola, Fla., as a Drill Instructor, Chief Drill Instructor, and First Sergeant. In February 1990, Sgt. Maj. Kent was promoted to First Sergeant and assigned as First Sergeant, MATSG, Pensacola, Fla.
In June 1992, he transferred to 4th Marine Regiment for duty. In June 1993, he transferred to the Army Sergeants Major Academy, Fort Bliss, Texas. After graduation, in February 1994 he was transferred and assigned as First Sergeant, Battery L, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. In December 1994, he assumed the duties as Sergeant Major, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. In August 1997, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif., where he was assigned duties as Sergeant Major 2nd Recruit Training Battalion and in September 1999 as Sergeant Major Recruit Training Regiment.
In May 2001, he was transferred to Marine Forces Europe/FMF Europe, Stuttgart, Germany, where he was assigned the duties as the Sergeant Major of Marine Forces Europe. In April 2004, he was transferred to I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif., to serve as the Sergeant Major of the I Marine Expeditionary Force.
Sgt. Maj. Kent assumed the post as the 16th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps on 25 April 2007 and served in this position until 9 June 2011.
His awards include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit with Gold Star in lieu of second award, a Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, and the Combat Action Ribbon. He is the recipient of the General Gerald C. Thomas Award for inspirational leadership.
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Sergeant Major Carlton W. Kent USMC (Ret.)
Advisory Council Member
Sgt. Maj. Kent completed recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., in March 1976 and was assigned to the 1st Marine Brigade. In May 1978, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to Marine Security Guard Battalion where he served as a Marine Security Guard. He served at American Embassy, Kinshasa, Zaire and Panama. In June 1981, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to Fort Benning for Airborne School and Parachute Riggers School at Fort Lee, Va. In June of 1982 he was assigned as 2nd Air Delivery
Platoon Commander, and parachute rigger billets in various commands aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C.
In February 1983, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif., for duty as a drill instructor, senior drill instructor and battalion drill master with First Battalion. In January 1985, he was meritoriously promoted to Gunnery Sergeant.
In May 1985, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to 3rd Air Delivery Platoon as Platoon Sergeant. In June 1986 he transferred to Engineer Company, BSSG-1 1st Marine Brigade, Hawaii, as Company Gunnery Sergeant. In March 1988, Sgt. Maj. Kent was assigned to Noncommissioned Officers School, 1st Marine Brigade as the NCOIC.
In February 1989, Sgt. Maj. Kent transferred to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., as a student at Drill Instructor School. After completion of Drill Instructor School, Sgt. Maj.
Kent was assigned to Naval Aviation Officers Candidate School in Pensacola, Fla., as a Drill Instructor, Chief Drill Instructor, and First Sergeant. In February 1990, Sgt. Maj. Kent was promoted to First Sergeant and assigned as First Sergeant, MATSG, Pensacola, Fla.
In June 1992, he transferred to 4th Marine Regiment for duty. In June 1993, he transferred to the Army Sergeants Major Academy, Fort Bliss, Texas. After graduation, in February 1994 he was transferred and assigned as First Sergeant, Battery L, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. In December 1994, he assumed the duties as Sergeant Major, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment. In August 1997, Sgt. Maj. Kent was transferred to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif., where he was assigned duties as Sergeant Major 2nd Recruit Training Battalion and in September 1999 as Sergeant Major Recruit Training Regiment.
In May 2001, he was transferred to Marine Forces Europe/FMF Europe, Stuttgart, Germany, where he was assigned the duties as the Sergeant Major of Marine Forces Europe. In April 2004, he was transferred to I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif., to serve as the Sergeant Major of the I Marine Expeditionary Force.
Sgt. Maj. Kent assumed the post as the 16th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps on 25 April 2007 and served in this position until 9 June 2011.
His awards include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit with Gold Star in lieu of second award, a Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Gold Star in lieu of second award, and the Combat Action Ribbon. He is the recipient of the General Gerald C. Thomas Award for inspirational leadership.
Karen Kelly
Advisory Council Member
Karen Kelly is a native of Teaneck, New Jersey. Her father was a Marine during WWII serving with the 4th Marine Division. She is the wife of General John F. Kelly USMC (Ret.), and proud mother to 1stLt Robert M. Kelly USMC (KIA 11/9/10), John Kelly who currently serves on active duty as a US Marine, and Kathleen Kelly. Karen has spent thirty-five years as a tireless supporter of the Marine Corps and its families.
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Karen Kelly
Advisory Council Member
Karen Kelly is a native of Teaneck, New Jersey. Her father was a Marine during WWII serving with the 4th Marine Division. She is the wife of General John F. Kelly USMC (Ret.), and proud mother to 1stLt Robert M. Kelly USMC (KIA 11/9/10), John Kelly who currently serves on active duty as a US Marine, and Kathleen Kelly. Karen has spent thirty-five years as a tireless supporter of the Marine Corps and its families.
Jim Lentz
Advisory Council Member
Jim Lentz is a retired automobile executive.  His 42- year auto industry career began in 1978 at The Ford Motor company.
Most recently, Jim Lentz is the former chief executive officer of Toyota Motor North America and an operating officer of the parent company Toyota Motor Corporation located in Japan.  During his 38-year career at Toyota, Lentz oversaw all business for Toyota’s North American region including: research and development, manufacturing, sales, marketing, product support, strategic planning, government relations and corporate resources.  Lentz’s vision of uniting all of Toyota’s affiliates across the United States culminated in moving the company’s regional headquarters to Plano, Texas in 2017.
Lentz led and contributed to a number of key milestones in Toyota’s history, including: the launch of the Scion brand, recognition of Toyota and Lexus brands as leaders in quality and customer experience, and successfully navigating the company through significant challenges such as the unintended acceleration crisis, the great earthquake and tsunami in Japan and one of the worst recessions in U.S. history.
Lentz served as the chairman for Global Automakers and the Alliance of Automobile Manufactures. He is currently a board member of RunBuggy and The Vaquero Club.  He also serves as an executive advisor for:  the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, University of Denver Daniels School of Bisiness, Abdul Latif Jameel Company Ltd and the Dallas stars NHL hockey team. Lentz is appointed to the board of directors for the Texas Economic Development Corporation by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.  He was named “Marketer of the year” by Advertising Age in 2006, an Automotive News “All Star” in 2007 and 2017 and honored as “Industry Leader of the Year” in 2014 by the Automotive Hall of Fame.
Lentz earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and economics and an M.B.A – Finance from the University of Denver.
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Jim Lentz
Advisory Council Member
Jim Lentz is a retired automobile executive.  His 42- year auto industry career began in 1978 at The Ford Motor company.
Most recently, Jim Lentz is the former chief executive officer of Toyota Motor North America and an operating officer of the parent company Toyota Motor Corporation located in Japan.  During his 38-year career at Toyota, Lentz oversaw all business for Toyota’s North American region including: research and development, manufacturing, sales, marketing, product support, strategic planning, government relations and corporate resources.  Lentz’s vision of uniting all of Toyota’s affiliates across the United States culminated in moving the company’s regional headquarters to Plano, Texas in 2017.
Lentz led and contributed to a number of key milestones in Toyota’s history, including: the launch of the Scion brand, recognition of Toyota and Lexus brands as leaders in quality and customer experience, and successfully navigating the company through significant challenges such as the unintended acceleration crisis, the great earthquake and tsunami in Japan and one of the worst recessions in U.S. history.
Lentz served as the chairman for Global Automakers and the Alliance of Automobile Manufactures. He is currently a board member of RunBuggy and The Vaquero Club.  He also serves as an executive advisor for:  the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, University of Denver Daniels School of Bisiness, Abdul Latif Jameel Company Ltd and the Dallas stars NHL hockey team. Lentz is appointed to the board of directors for the Texas Economic Development Corporation by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.  He was named “Marketer of the year” by Advertising Age in 2006, an Automotive News “All Star” in 2007 and 2017 and honored as “Industry Leader of the Year” in 2014 by the Automotive Hall of Fame.
Lentz earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and economics and an M.B.A – Finance from the University of Denver.
Phebe N. Novakovic
Advisory Council Member
Phebe N. Novakovic became chairman and chief executive officer of General Dynamics on January 1, 2013. She was previously named the company’s president and chief operating officer, and a member of the company’s board of directors, in May 2012.
Prior to her appointment as president and chief operating officer, Novakovic was executive vice president for the Marine Systems group, responsible for the performance of three General Dynamics companies:  Bath Iron Works,Electric Boat and NASSCO. Previously, Novakovic had been senior vice president – Planning and Development since July 2005, where she was responsible for Government Relations, Communications, International, Investor Relations and Strategic Planning. She also has served as vice president – Strategic Planning, a position to which she was appointed in October 2002.
Before joining General Dynamics, Novakovic served as the Special Assistant to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense from 1997 to 2001.  In that capacity, she was responsible formanaging processes for all major U.S. Department of Defense budget and policy decisions for the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense.
Novakovic also worked for the Office of Management and Budget, where she served in a number of capacities, culminating in her selection as Deputy Associate Director for National Security where she was responsible for managing and submitting the President’s budget for the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Agencies.
From 1983 to 1986, she served as an operations officer for the Central Intelligence Agency. Novakovic began her career in 1979 as an analyst for the McLean Research Center where she performed operational analyses on Department of Defense weapon systems.
Novakovic was elected to the board of directors of Abbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT) in 2010. She serves on the boards of trustees of Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.) and Ford’s Theatre, and on the boards of directors for several charitable organizations, including the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation and the National Military Family Association. She is also a member of the Council of Trustees for the Association of the United States Army.
Novakovic received her Master of Business Administration from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School in 1988; she completed her undergraduate studies at Smith College in 1979.
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Phebe N. Novakovic
Advisory Council Member
Phebe N. Novakovic became chairman and chief executive officer of General Dynamics on January 1, 2013. She was previously named the company’s president and chief operating officer, and a member of the company’s board of directors, in May 2012.
Prior to her appointment as president and chief operating officer, Novakovic was executive vice president for the Marine Systems group, responsible for the performance of three General Dynamics companies:  Bath Iron Works,Electric Boat and NASSCO. Previously, Novakovic had been senior vice president – Planning and Development since July 2005, where she was responsible for Government Relations, Communications, International, Investor Relations and Strategic Planning. She also has served as vice president – Strategic Planning, a position to which she was appointed in October 2002.
Before joining General Dynamics, Novakovic served as the Special Assistant to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense from 1997 to 2001.  In that capacity, she was responsible formanaging processes for all major U.S. Department of Defense budget and policy decisions for the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense.
Novakovic also worked for the Office of Management and Budget, where she served in a number of capacities, culminating in her selection as Deputy Associate Director for National Security where she was responsible for managing and submitting the President’s budget for the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Agencies.
From 1983 to 1986, she served as an operations officer for the Central Intelligence Agency. Novakovic began her career in 1979 as an analyst for the McLean Research Center where she performed operational analyses on Department of Defense weapon systems.
Novakovic was elected to the board of directors of Abbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT) in 2010. She serves on the boards of trustees of Northwestern University (Evanston, Ill.) and Ford’s Theatre, and on the boards of directors for several charitable organizations, including the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation and the National Military Family Association. She is also a member of the Council of Trustees for the Association of the United States Army.
Novakovic received her Master of Business Administration from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School in 1988; she completed her undergraduate studies at Smith College in 1979.
Charles Phillips
Advisory Council Member
Charles Phillips is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Recognize, a technology investment and transformation company with over $1 billion in assets.
He is the former CEO and Chairman of Infor, the third largest business software applications company in the world with operations in 190 countries and 17,000 employees. During his 9-year tenure the company transformed into the first industry cloud company with over 70 million subscribers on Amazon AWS. Infor was sold in 2020 for a $13B enterprise value exit.
Prior to Infor, Phillips was President of Oracle Corporation and a member of its Board of Directors. During his eight-year tenure, the company tripled in size and market capitalization and successfully acquired 65 companies.
Before Oracle, Phillips was a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley in the Technology Group and served on its Board of Directors and was an Institutional Investor All Star for 10 consecutive years.
Phillips served as a Captain in the U.S. Marine Corps in the 2nd Battalion, 10th Marines at Camp Lejeune in a line of three generations of military service.
Phillips holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the U.S. Air Force Academy, a J.D. from New York Law School, and an MBA from Hampton University and is a member of the Georgia State Bar Association.
Phillips serves on the Boards of ViacomCBS Corporation, American Express, the Apollo Theater, and the Council of Foreign Relations. Phillips also served on President Obama’s Economic Recovery Board and board of the Federal Reserve of New York. He is also the co-founder and Co-Chairman of the Black Economic Alliance, a policy organization focused on economic growth in Black communities and co-founder of OneTen, a job training network for Black workers and large employers.
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Charles Phillips
Advisory Council Member
Charles Phillips is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder at Recognize, a technology investment and transformation company with over $1 billion in assets.
He is the former CEO and Chairman of Infor, the third largest business software applications company in the world with operations in 190 countries and 17,000 employees. During his 9-year tenure the company transformed into the first industry cloud company with over 70 million subscribers on Amazon AWS. Infor was sold in 2020 for a $13B enterprise value exit.
Prior to Infor, Phillips was President of Oracle Corporation and a member of its Board of Directors. During his eight-year tenure, the company tripled in size and market capitalization and successfully acquired 65 companies.
Before Oracle, Phillips was a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley in the Technology Group and served on its Board of Directors and was an Institutional Investor All Star for 10 consecutive years.
Phillips served as a Captain in the U.S. Marine Corps in the 2nd Battalion, 10th Marines at Camp Lejeune in a line of three generations of military service.
Phillips holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the U.S. Air Force Academy, a J.D. from New York Law School, and an MBA from Hampton University and is a member of the Georgia State Bar Association.
Phillips serves on the Boards of ViacomCBS Corporation, American Express, the Apollo Theater, and the Council of Foreign Relations. Phillips also served on President Obama’s Economic Recovery Board and board of the Federal Reserve of New York. He is also the co-founder and Co-Chairman of the Black Economic Alliance, a policy organization focused on economic growth in Black communities and co-founder of OneTen, a job training network for Black workers and large employers.
Robert J. Stevens
Advisory Council Member
Robert J. Stevens is the Retired Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. He served as the Corporation’s CEO from August 2004 through December 2012, was elected Chairman in April 2005 and served as Executive Chairman from January through December 2013.
Previously, he held a variety of increasingly responsible executive positions with the Corporation, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and head of Strategic Planning through a career that has included experience in program management, finance, manufacturing, and operations.
Mr. Stevens currently serves on the Board of Directors of the T. Rowe Price Group and is an Emeritus Director of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation. He is a Fellow of the American Astronautical Society, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the Royal Aeronautical Society, and the International Academy of Astronautics, and he is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
In 2001, Mr. Stevens served on President George W. Bush's Commission to Examine the Future of the United States Aerospace Industry. In January 2012, he was appointed by President Barack Obama to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations, and he currently serves on the Director of National Intelligence Senior Advisory Group and the Chief of Naval Operations Executive Panel.
Born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Mr. Stevens is a summa cum laude graduate of Slippery Rock University, from which he received the Distinguished Alumni Award. He earned a master's degree in engineering and management from the Polytechnic University of New York and, with a Fairchild Fellowship, earned a master's degree in business from Columbia University. He is a graduate of the Department of Defense Systems Management College Program Management course and also served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1975. He has been recognized by the National Management Association as Executive of the Year, by Government Computer News as the Industry Executive of the Year, by the Partnership for Public Service with the Private Sector Council Leadership Award, and by the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation with the Globe and Anchor Award. In 2010, he received the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s inaugural LeJeune Recognition for Exemplary Leadership, and in 2011 he was recognized by the National Defense Industrial Association with the James Forrestal Industry Leadership Award and inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame. In May 2012, Mr. Stevens was recognized by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics with its highest honor, Honorary Fellow. In October 2012, he was presented the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Chairman’s Award, and in December 2012, Mr. Stevens became the 65th recipient of the National Aeronautic Association Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy, which is presented annually for “significant public service of enduring value to aviation in the United States.” In March 2013,
he received the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation’s highest award, the Circle of Honor Award, and the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s Semper Fidelis Award, and in September 2014, he was awarded the Lone Sailor Award by the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation.
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Robert J. Stevens
Advisory Council Member
Robert J. Stevens is the Retired Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation. He served as the Corporation’s CEO from August 2004 through December 2012, was elected Chairman in April 2005 and served as Executive Chairman from January through December 2013.
Previously, he held a variety of increasingly responsible executive positions with the Corporation, including Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and head of Strategic Planning through a career that has included experience in program management, finance, manufacturing, and operations.
Mr. Stevens currently serves on the Board of Directors of the T. Rowe Price Group and is an Emeritus Director of the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation. He is a Fellow of the American Astronautical Society, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, the Royal Aeronautical Society, and the International Academy of Astronautics, and he is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
In 2001, Mr. Stevens served on President George W. Bush's Commission to Examine the Future of the United States Aerospace Industry. In January 2012, he was appointed by President Barack Obama to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations, and he currently serves on the Director of National Intelligence Senior Advisory Group and the Chief of Naval Operations Executive Panel.
Born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Mr. Stevens is a summa cum laude graduate of Slippery Rock University, from which he received the Distinguished Alumni Award. He earned a master's degree in engineering and management from the Polytechnic University of New York and, with a Fairchild Fellowship, earned a master's degree in business from Columbia University. He is a graduate of the Department of Defense Systems Management College Program Management course and also served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1975. He has been recognized by the National Management Association as Executive of the Year, by Government Computer News as the Industry Executive of the Year, by the Partnership for Public Service with the Private Sector Council Leadership Award, and by the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation with the Globe and Anchor Award. In 2010, he received the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s inaugural LeJeune Recognition for Exemplary Leadership, and in 2011 he was recognized by the National Defense Industrial Association with the James Forrestal Industry Leadership Award and inducted into the Washington Business Hall of Fame. In May 2012, Mr. Stevens was recognized by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics with its highest honor, Honorary Fellow. In October 2012, he was presented the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Awards Chairman’s Award, and in December 2012, Mr. Stevens became the 65th recipient of the National Aeronautic Association Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy, which is presented annually for “significant public service of enduring value to aviation in the United States.” In March 2013,
he received the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation’s highest award, the Circle of Honor Award, and the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s Semper Fidelis Award, and in September 2014, he was awarded the Lone Sailor Award by the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation.
Larry Van Tuyl
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Van Tuyl was born and raised in Kansas City and started a career in automotive with his father, Cecil Van Tuyl, at V.T., Inc.  He graduated from Kansas University in 1971 with a Bachelor of Science in Business.  He studied abroad at the Johannes Gutenberg University and returned to the automotive business in March of 1975.  In 1982 Mr. Van Tuyl moved to Phoenix and started Automotive Investment Group, Inc.  In 2008, he and his father merged their two companies and created Van Tuyl Group, Inc.
The Van Tuyls created a legacy of Entrepreneurship in the automotive business and also in real estate. They operated and/or invested in many automotive related companies.  They built their own dealership facilities and owned the land.  They became highly regarded by the automotive manufacturers for speed and quality of dealership builds.  They took advantage of opportunities presented to them by various lenders to purchase office buildings, farms and other properties.
In January of 2015, Warren Buffet’s company, Berkshire Hathaway, acquired Mr. Van Tuyl’s ownership interest in his dealerships, auto auctions, Smart Group, Zak Products, and MPP and the former Van Tuyl Group, Inc., is now Berkshire Hathaway Automotive.
Currently, Mr. Van Tuyl is CEO of Van Tuyl Companies, Inc. (VTC).  He and his team continue to look for opportunities and investments following the Van Tuyl legacy of commitment to people and process that led to history making success in the automotive business.
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Larry Van Tuyl
Advisory Council Member
Mr. Van Tuyl was born and raised in Kansas City and started a career in automotive with his father, Cecil Van Tuyl, at V.T., Inc.  He graduated from Kansas University in 1971 with a Bachelor of Science in Business.  He studied abroad at the Johannes Gutenberg University and returned to the automotive business in March of 1975.  In 1982 Mr. Van Tuyl moved to Phoenix and started Automotive Investment Group, Inc.  In 2008, he and his father merged their two companies and created Van Tuyl Group, Inc.
The Van Tuyls created a legacy of Entrepreneurship in the automotive business and also in real estate. They operated and/or invested in many automotive related companies.  They built their own dealership facilities and owned the land.  They became highly regarded by the automotive manufacturers for speed and quality of dealership builds.  They took advantage of opportunities presented to them by various lenders to purchase office buildings, farms and other properties.
In January of 2015, Warren Buffet’s company, Berkshire Hathaway, acquired Mr. Van Tuyl’s ownership interest in his dealerships, auto auctions, Smart Group, Zak Products, and MPP and the former Van Tuyl Group, Inc., is now Berkshire Hathaway Automotive.
Currently, Mr. Van Tuyl is CEO of Van Tuyl Companies, Inc. (VTC).  He and his team continue to look for opportunities and investments following the Van Tuyl legacy of commitment to people and process that led to history making success in the automotive business.
Lieutenant General George W. Smith, Jr. USMC (Ret.) (NC)
Chairman
Lieutenant General Smith was commissioned through the NROTC program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in May 1985.
A career infantry officer, his assignments in the operating forces include Rifle Platoon Commander and 81mm Mortar Platoon Commander in 2d Battalion, 1st Marines; Logistics Officer and Rifle Company Commander in 1st Battalion, 3d Marines; and Commanding Officer, 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, during which he deployed twice in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF).
Other assignments include Series and Company Commander, MCRD, San Diego and Aide-de-Camp to the Commanding General; Inspector-Instructor, 4th Force Reconnaissance Company; Future Operations Planner, I Marine Expeditionary Force G-3 and G-5 where he served as the MEF’s lead planner for OIF I; and Deputy Operations Officer, 1st Marine Division.
From 2007 to 2010, Lieutenant General Smith served as the Commanding Officer, The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia.  He then served consecutively as Military Assistant to the Assistant Commandant and Military Secretary to the 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps.
As a General Officer, he served as Commanding General, MAGTF Training Command/Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California; Deputy Commander, Regional Command Southwest in Helmand Province, Afghanistan; Deputy Commanding General, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia; Director, Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Quantico, Virginia; Director, Strategy, Plans and Policy Directorate, U.S. Central Command, MacDill AFB, Florida; Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense in the Pentagon; and as the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations at Headquarters, Marine Corps.   He concluded his over 38 years of service as the Commanding General, I Marine Expeditionary Force in Camp Pendleton, California.
Lieutenant General Smith graduated with honors from: The Basic School, the U.S. Army Infantry Officers Advanced Course where he was the Distinguished Honor Graduate for Class 2-92, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, the School of Advanced Warfighting where he was the recipient of the General Clifton B. Cates Award, and the Marine Corps War College.  He is also a graduate of the Joint Forces Staff College and the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.  He qualified as a Military Freefall Parachutist, Jumpmaster, and Marine Combatant Diver.
He was privileged to serve in commands that were awarded the Presidential Unit Citation, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Navy Unit Commendation, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation.
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Lieutenant General George W. Smith, Jr. USMC (Ret.) (NC)
Chairman
Lieutenant General Smith was commissioned through the NROTC program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in May 1985.
A career infantry officer, his assignments in the operating forces include Rifle Platoon Commander and 81mm Mortar Platoon Commander in 2d Battalion, 1st Marines; Logistics Officer and Rifle Company Commander in 1st Battalion, 3d Marines; and Commanding Officer, 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, during which he deployed twice in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF).
Other assignments include Series and Company Commander, MCRD, San Diego and Aide-de-Camp to the Commanding General; Inspector-Instructor, 4th Force Reconnaissance Company; Future Operations Planner, I Marine Expeditionary Force G-3 and G-5 where he served as the MEF’s lead planner for OIF I; and Deputy Operations Officer, 1st Marine Division.
From 2007 to 2010, Lieutenant General Smith served as the Commanding Officer, The Basic School in Quantico, Virginia.  He then served consecutively as Military Assistant to the Assistant Commandant and Military Secretary to the 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps.
As a General Officer, he served as Commanding General, MAGTF Training Command/Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California; Deputy Commander, Regional Command Southwest in Helmand Province, Afghanistan; Deputy Commanding General, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, Quantico, Virginia; Director, Manpower Plans and Policy Division, Quantico, Virginia; Director, Strategy, Plans and Policy Directorate, U.S. Central Command, MacDill AFB, Florida; Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense in the Pentagon; and as the Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations at Headquarters, Marine Corps.   He concluded his over 38 years of service as the Commanding General, I Marine Expeditionary Force in Camp Pendleton, California.
Lieutenant General Smith graduated with honors from: The Basic School, the U.S. Army Infantry Officers Advanced Course where he was the Distinguished Honor Graduate for Class 2-92, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, the School of Advanced Warfighting where he was the recipient of the General Clifton B. Cates Award, and the Marine Corps War College.  He is also a graduate of the Joint Forces Staff College and the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.  He qualified as a Military Freefall Parachutist, Jumpmaster, and Marine Combatant Diver.
He was privileged to serve in commands that were awarded the Presidential Unit Citation, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Navy Unit Commendation, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation.
Eric J. Candelori (VA)
Vice Chairman
Eric J. Candelori is a Senior Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch and has been with the firm for 31 years. He is also the co-founder of EMP180 Weight Loss. Eric has been involved with the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation for over 40 years and has served in several board leadership positions including Vice President, Treasurer and Acting President. He is also a member of the board and Vice Chairman for the Navy Mutual Aid Association. Eric served in Marine Corps as a Lieutenant from 1984-1987. He and his wife, Heather Evans live in Vienna, VA.
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Eric J. Candelori (VA)
Vice Chairman
Eric J. Candelori is a Senior Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch and has been with the firm for 31 years. He is also the co-founder of EMP180 Weight Loss. Eric has been involved with the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation for over 40 years and has served in several board leadership positions including Vice President, Treasurer and Acting President. He is also a member of the board and Vice Chairman for the Navy Mutual Aid Association. Eric served in Marine Corps as a Lieutenant from 1984-1987. He and his wife, Heather Evans live in Vienna, VA.
Matthew Gantz (PA)
Treasurer
Matthew Gantz is an entrepreneur.  He served as Executive Vice President for U.S. operations with the global specialty pharmaceutical company BTG International from 2009 until mid-2016. In that role, he had responsibility for BTG’s global specialty pharmaceuticals business and administrative oversight for U.S. business operations. He is a non-executive director of Swedish Orphan Biovitrum. Prior to BTG, Matthew was Founder and CEO of Acureon Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company focused in the hospital areas of infectious diseases, transplant and ICU. Prior to Acureon, he was the President and CEO of Hydrabiosciences Inc., a privately held biotechnology company developing novel, ion channel medicines in the pain and cardiovascular area. From 2000 to 2003, Matthew was the VP Europe for Chiron’s Biopharmaceutical Division where he was directly responsible for $100+ million Infection Disease and Oncology business. From 1996 to 2000 he was the GM for PathoGenesis Europe before the company was acquired by Chiron. Prior to Chiron/PathoGenesis, Matthew held a variety of US sales and marketing roles at Abbott Laboratories Diagnostics Division. Matthew served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, earned his MBA from Harvard and his undergraduate degree from Princeton University.  Matthew served as a company commander and infantry officer in the Marine Corps. His distinguished service during Operation Desert Storm earned him the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V for “heroic service and courageous leadership under enemy fire.
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Matthew Gantz (PA)
Treasurer
Matthew Gantz is an entrepreneur.  He served as Executive Vice President for U.S. operations with the global specialty pharmaceutical company BTG International from 2009 until mid-2016. In that role, he had responsibility for BTG’s global specialty pharmaceuticals business and administrative oversight for U.S. business operations. He is a non-executive director of Swedish Orphan Biovitrum. Prior to BTG, Matthew was Founder and CEO of Acureon Pharmaceuticals, a specialty pharmaceutical company focused in the hospital areas of infectious diseases, transplant and ICU. Prior to Acureon, he was the President and CEO of Hydrabiosciences Inc., a privately held biotechnology company developing novel, ion channel medicines in the pain and cardiovascular area. From 2000 to 2003, Matthew was the VP Europe for Chiron’s Biopharmaceutical Division where he was directly responsible for $100+ million Infection Disease and Oncology business. From 1996 to 2000 he was the GM for PathoGenesis Europe before the company was acquired by Chiron. Prior to Chiron/PathoGenesis, Matthew held a variety of US sales and marketing roles at Abbott Laboratories Diagnostics Division. Matthew served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, earned his MBA from Harvard and his undergraduate degree from Princeton University.  Matthew served as a company commander and infantry officer in the Marine Corps. His distinguished service during Operation Desert Storm earned him the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat V for “heroic service and courageous leadership under enemy fire.
Steven M. Post (TX)
General Counsel
Steven Post recently retired as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of L-3 Communications, a prime contractor in aerospace systems and national security solutions.  Before assuming that position in 2008, Steve held several positions at L-3 and its predecessor companies, including Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the Integrated Systems Group and, prior to that, group counsel and associate counsel positions. Prior to joining L-3, he was an instructor in the Contract Law department at the Judge Advocate General’s School in Charlottesville, VA.
He began his legal and military career at the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate in Ft. Dix, NJ, as the contract and fiscal law advisor and as senior trial counsel. Following that assignment, Steve served as a trial attorney in the litigation division for the Judge Advocate General at the Pentagon. Post earned his law degree with honors from Indiana University, and his undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton.
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Steven M. Post (TX)
General Counsel
Steven Post recently retired as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of L-3 Communications, a prime contractor in aerospace systems and national security solutions.  Before assuming that position in 2008, Steve held several positions at L-3 and its predecessor companies, including Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the Integrated Systems Group and, prior to that, group counsel and associate counsel positions. Prior to joining L-3, he was an instructor in the Contract Law department at the Judge Advocate General’s School in Charlottesville, VA.
He began his legal and military career at the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate in Ft. Dix, NJ, as the contract and fiscal law advisor and as senior trial counsel. Following that assignment, Steve served as a trial attorney in the litigation division for the Judge Advocate General at the Pentagon. Post earned his law degree with honors from Indiana University, and his undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton.
Sergeant Major Micheal P. Barrett USMC (Ret.) (IN)
Director
Sergeant Major Micheal Barrett, USMC (Ret.)17th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. Director, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. A son, brother, husband and father. United States Marine since 1981. Served as 17th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps from June 2011 to February 2015.
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Sergeant Major Micheal P. Barrett USMC (Ret.) (IN)
Director
Sergeant Major Micheal Barrett, USMC (Ret.)17th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps. Director, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. A son, brother, husband and father. United States Marine since 1981. Served as 17th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps from June 2011 to February 2015.
Jeanna Adams
Chief Scholarship Officer
Jeanna Adams joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2010. As the Chief Scholarship Officer, Jeanna is responsible for the development and implementation of the Foundation’s scholarship programs and mission objectives and serves as the liaison for scholarship program strategy, planning, and execution across the Foundation. During her time at the Scholarship Foundation, Jeanna has overseen the awarding of 30,000+ scholarship awards valued at $115 million. Jeanna has been an active member of the National Scholarship Providers Association for over 10 years, and currently serves on its Board of Directors. Additionally, she serves as a peer-mentor to those who are new to the scholarship industry, mentors students enrolled in the Nevada Promise Scholarship Program, and serves on several scholarship application review committees. A graduate of the University of California, San Diego, Jeanna is passionate about supporting Marine and Navy families and honoring their service and sacrifices by providing educational opportunities to their children. Jeanna and her husband, Veteran Corporal Dustin Adams USMC, reside in Reno, Nevada with their cat Walter.
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Jeanna Adams
Chief Scholarship Officer
Jeanna Adams joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2010. As the Chief Scholarship Officer, Jeanna is responsible for the development and implementation of the Foundation’s scholarship programs and mission objectives and serves as the liaison for scholarship program strategy, planning, and execution across the Foundation. During her time at the Scholarship Foundation, Jeanna has overseen the awarding of 30,000+ scholarship awards valued at $115 million. Jeanna has been an active member of the National Scholarship Providers Association for over 10 years, and currently serves on its Board of Directors. Additionally, she serves as a peer-mentor to those who are new to the scholarship industry, mentors students enrolled in the Nevada Promise Scholarship Program, and serves on several scholarship application review committees. A graduate of the University of California, San Diego, Jeanna is passionate about supporting Marine and Navy families and honoring their service and sacrifices by providing educational opportunities to their children. Jeanna and her husband, Veteran Corporal Dustin Adams USMC, reside in Reno, Nevada with their cat Walter.
Courtney Balson
Chief Advancement Officer
Courtney Balson joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2011 as the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO. She quickly became integral in enhancing the Foundation's stewardship initiatives and played a pivotal role in establishing its dedicated Stewardship Department. As Chief Advancement Officer, Courtney oversees the Scholarship Foundation’s fundraising efforts, ensuring the success of our various revenue-driving programs including Development, Communications, National Events, Grants, and the Fidelis Fund. Her primary focus is on enhancing engagement with current investors and cultivating new partners dedicated to our mission. Courtney earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Studies from Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds a Master’s degree in Education and Learning from Point Loma Nazarene University.
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Courtney Balson
Chief Advancement Officer
Courtney Balson joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2011 as the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO. She quickly became integral in enhancing the Foundation's stewardship initiatives and played a pivotal role in establishing its dedicated Stewardship Department. As Chief Advancement Officer, Courtney oversees the Scholarship Foundation’s fundraising efforts, ensuring the success of our various revenue-driving programs including Development, Communications, National Events, Grants, and the Fidelis Fund. Her primary focus is on enhancing engagement with current investors and cultivating new partners dedicated to our mission. Courtney earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Studies from Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds a Master’s degree in Education and Learning from Point Loma Nazarene University.
Sarah Tonizzo
Chief Financial Officer
Sarah Tonizzo joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2022. She has nearly thirty years of accounting and finance experience—her most recent role was Chief Financial Officer for the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, where she oversaw the re-designing of the entire financial department infrastructure. In her current role with MCSF, Sarah is responsible for the Finance and Accounting departments, including the execution of the annual audit and completion of the 990 form. Her work also focuses on budgeting, monitoring investments and strategic development. Sarah holds an undergraduate degree in Accounting from Minnesota State University, Mankato and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas. She lives in Herndon with her husband, Roberto.
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Sarah Tonizzo
Chief Financial Officer
Sarah Tonizzo joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2022. She has nearly thirty years of accounting and finance experience—her most recent role was Chief Financial Officer for the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, where she oversaw the re-designing of the entire financial department infrastructure. In her current role with MCSF, Sarah is responsible for the Finance and Accounting departments, including the execution of the annual audit and completion of the 990 form. Her work also focuses on budgeting, monitoring investments and strategic development. Sarah holds an undergraduate degree in Accounting from Minnesota State University, Mankato and an MBA from the University of St. Thomas. She lives in Herndon with her husband, Roberto.
Colonel Harold "Odie" Van Opdorp USMC (Ret.)
Chief Operating Officer
Harold “Odie” Van Opdorp joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2021. He served in the Marine Corps for 30 years, retiring as a Colonel in 2019. Most recently, he was the Chief of Staff for the Undersecretary of Defense (Comptroller) and the Secretary of the Navy. In his role as the Chief Operating Officer, Odie oversees several departments, including Operations (information technology and human resources), and Data Operations. His work includes establishing the Scholarship Foundation’s long-term strategic direction and goals, directing integrated operational activities, and ensuring the Foundation has strong financial strength and operating efficiency. In addition, he serves as the Corporate Secretary for all governance related matters.
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Colonel Harold "Odie" Van Opdorp USMC (Ret.)
Chief Operating Officer
Harold “Odie” Van Opdorp joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2021. He served in the Marine Corps for 30 years, retiring as a Colonel in 2019. Most recently, he was the Chief of Staff for the Undersecretary of Defense (Comptroller) and the Secretary of the Navy. In his role as the Chief Operating Officer, Odie oversees several departments, including Operations (information technology and human resources), and Data Operations. His work includes establishing the Scholarship Foundation’s long-term strategic direction and goals, directing integrated operational activities, and ensuring the Foundation has strong financial strength and operating efficiency. In addition, he serves as the Corporate Secretary for all governance related matters.
Casey Bingaman
Director of Development Strategy & Research
Casey Bingaman joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2022 supporting the Chief Advancement Officer and development team. As the current Director of Development Strategy and Research, Casey is responsible for leading efforts to identify and capitalize on opportunities for expansion and engagement with investors and stakeholders. A Pennsylvania native, Casey holds three undergraduate degrees from Pennsylvania State University in Finance, Accounting, and Business Administration. Casey and her husband, active-duty Marine Gunnery Sergeant Justin Bingaman currently reside in Fredericksburg, Virginia with their twin boys, Trevor & Tate.
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Casey Bingaman
Director of Development Strategy & Research
Casey Bingaman joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2022 supporting the Chief Advancement Officer and development team. As the current Director of Development Strategy and Research, Casey is responsible for leading efforts to identify and capitalize on opportunities for expansion and engagement with investors and stakeholders. A Pennsylvania native, Casey holds three undergraduate degrees from Pennsylvania State University in Finance, Accounting, and Business Administration. Casey and her husband, active-duty Marine Gunnery Sergeant Justin Bingaman currently reside in Fredericksburg, Virginia with their twin boys, Trevor & Tate.
Lauren Blair
Director of Philanthropy
Lauren Blair joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in the summer of 2025 as the Director of Philanthropy for the Midwest. She brings with her a strong background in higher education fundraising, where she has developed meaningful partnerships and advanced philanthropic impact. Guided by the values and deep core beliefs of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, she is committed to serving with integrity, resilience, and purpose – principles that shape her leadership and dedication to the Foundation’s mission. She earned her degree from West Texas A&M University. She and her husband reside in Dallas, Texas with their two dogs, Brady and Remi.
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Lauren Blair
Director of Philanthropy
Lauren Blair joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in the summer of 2025 as the Director of Philanthropy for the Midwest. She brings with her a strong background in higher education fundraising, where she has developed meaningful partnerships and advanced philanthropic impact. Guided by the values and deep core beliefs of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, she is committed to serving with integrity, resilience, and purpose – principles that shape her leadership and dedication to the Foundation’s mission. She earned her degree from West Texas A&M University. She and her husband reside in Dallas, Texas with their two dogs, Brady and Remi.
Margarita “Margo” Cianchetta, CFRE
Director of Philanthropy
Margarita “Margo” Cianchetta joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2022. She brings more than a decade of philanthropic & development experience to the organization, most recently as the Senior Director of Development at Move For Hunger. In her current role, Margo is responsible for cultivating meaningful relationships between investors and our mission by Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children in the Northeast region. Margo earned her undergraduate degree in Communications, Summa Cum Laude, from Rutgers University, and also holds the prestigious Certified Fundraising Executive credential (CFRE). Margo is a proud MCSF Scholarship recipient alumna as her father, Sergeant Major Mario Cianchetta USMC (Ret.), served for nearly 30 years. Margo is an avid marathon runner and currently resides in Middletown, NJ with her partner, Joe, and their dog, Miles.
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Margarita “Margo” Cianchetta, CFRE
Director of Philanthropy
Margarita “Margo” Cianchetta joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2022. She brings more than a decade of philanthropic & development experience to the organization, most recently as the Senior Director of Development at Move For Hunger. In her current role, Margo is responsible for cultivating meaningful relationships between investors and our mission by Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children in the Northeast region. Margo earned her undergraduate degree in Communications, Summa Cum Laude, from Rutgers University, and also holds the prestigious Certified Fundraising Executive credential (CFRE). Margo is a proud MCSF Scholarship recipient alumna as her father, Sergeant Major Mario Cianchetta USMC (Ret.), served for nearly 30 years. Margo is an avid marathon runner and currently resides in Middletown, NJ with her partner, Joe, and their dog, Miles.
Lawrence Borger (PA)
Director
Mr. Lawrence Borger is the founder of Quantico Asset Management of Wells Fargo Advisors and serves as the Managing Director - Investments and Senior PIM (Private Investment Management) Portfolio Manager for Quantico Asset Management of Wells Fargo Advisors. He joined the asset management business in 1992 and has managed the large cap portfolio since its inception in 1996. Lawrence leads the team's investment committee.
Lawrence has completed post-graduate seminars in “Investment Decisions and Behavioral Finance” at Harvard University and “Value Investing” at Columbia University. Lawrence is also a seven-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps where he served as an aviator and held rank as a Captain. Prior to the Marines, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering (with a business concentration) from the University of New Hampshire. Lawrence is a CFA Charterholder and is a regular member of The CFA Society of Philadelphia and The CFA Institute. Lawrence is a lifetime member of Mensa, a forum for intellectual exchange.
To maintain his ties to the Marine Corps, Lawrence completed a two-term limit (six years) on the Board of Directors for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF). He recently was nominated for his 3rd term at the MCSF. He currently strives to donate a portion of Quantico profits to Marine's children charities. He also acts as an outside advisor to various private foundations.
Lawrence lives with his wife Cindy, and three children, Erica, Peter and Julia, in Malvern, Pennsylvania. His hobbies are skiing, reading financial history and playing chess.
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Lawrence Borger (PA)
Director
Mr. Lawrence Borger is the founder of Quantico Asset Management of Wells Fargo Advisors and serves as the Managing Director - Investments and Senior PIM (Private Investment Management) Portfolio Manager for Quantico Asset Management of Wells Fargo Advisors. He joined the asset management business in 1992 and has managed the large cap portfolio since its inception in 1996. Lawrence leads the team's investment committee.
Lawrence has completed post-graduate seminars in “Investment Decisions and Behavioral Finance” at Harvard University and “Value Investing” at Columbia University. Lawrence is also a seven-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps where he served as an aviator and held rank as a Captain. Prior to the Marines, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering (with a business concentration) from the University of New Hampshire. Lawrence is a CFA Charterholder and is a regular member of The CFA Society of Philadelphia and The CFA Institute. Lawrence is a lifetime member of Mensa, a forum for intellectual exchange.
To maintain his ties to the Marine Corps, Lawrence completed a two-term limit (six years) on the Board of Directors for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF). He recently was nominated for his 3rd term at the MCSF. He currently strives to donate a portion of Quantico profits to Marine's children charities. He also acts as an outside advisor to various private foundations.
Lawrence lives with his wife Cindy, and three children, Erica, Peter and Julia, in Malvern, Pennsylvania. His hobbies are skiing, reading financial history and playing chess.
Kate Filer
Director of Scholarship Programs
Kate Filer joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2014. Through her initial role as Assistant Director of Events, she became involved in the Foundation’s event strategy and operations featuring Marine Scholars and alumni. Realizing that her interactions with students, alumni, and families were the highlight of her role, she transitioned to the Scholarship Department to be a part of the heart of the mission in 2018. As the Director of Scholarship Programs, Kate is responsible for managing the daily operations for the Scholarship Foundation’s financial need-based, best in class scholarship program. During her time at the Scholarship Foundation, Kate has been involved with the awarding of 25,000 scholarship awards valued at more than $80 million. Kate graduated from the Pennsylvania State University. She lives in Maryland with her husband and two children.
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Kate Filer
Director of Scholarship Programs
Kate Filer joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2014. Through her initial role as Assistant Director of Events, she became involved in the Foundation’s event strategy and operations featuring Marine Scholars and alumni. Realizing that her interactions with students, alumni, and families were the highlight of her role, she transitioned to the Scholarship Department to be a part of the heart of the mission in 2018. As the Director of Scholarship Programs, Kate is responsible for managing the daily operations for the Scholarship Foundation’s financial need-based, best in class scholarship program. During her time at the Scholarship Foundation, Kate has been involved with the awarding of 25,000 scholarship awards valued at more than $80 million. Kate graduated from the Pennsylvania State University. She lives in Maryland with her husband and two children.
Cassie Broemmer (TX)
Director
Cassie Broemmer is the Partner and Chief Revenue Officer for Car Wars/Call Box. She is responsible for driving revenue growth through strong partnerships with our dealer clients and partners, leveraging both the Consulting and Sales teams. She also advises on Marketing and Sales Operations initiatives for Van Tuyl Companies.  Cassie ran the Marketing and CRM divisions for Van Tuyl Group, the nation's largest privately held automotive group, for 11 years. She then led the marketing efforts to rebrand the group to Berkshire Hathaway Automotive when it was acquired in 2015. With twenty-four years in the automotive industry, she served as a district sales manager with AutoTrader.com and held positions as a regional sales manager, national sales trainer, national accounts director, and director of CRM sales at Who's Calling, Inc.
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Cassie Broemmer (TX)
Director
Cassie Broemmer is the Partner and Chief Revenue Officer for Car Wars/Call Box. She is responsible for driving revenue growth through strong partnerships with our dealer clients and partners, leveraging both the Consulting and Sales teams. She also advises on Marketing and Sales Operations initiatives for Van Tuyl Companies.  Cassie ran the Marketing and CRM divisions for Van Tuyl Group, the nation's largest privately held automotive group, for 11 years. She then led the marketing efforts to rebrand the group to Berkshire Hathaway Automotive when it was acquired in 2015. With twenty-four years in the automotive industry, she served as a district sales manager with AutoTrader.com and held positions as a regional sales manager, national sales trainer, national accounts director, and director of CRM sales at Who's Calling, Inc.
Porter Hayes
Senior Director of Philanthropy
Porter Hayes joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2024 as the Senior Director of Philanthropy, bringing a deep commitment to advancing educational access and a strong belief in the Foundation’s mission. With over a decade of experience at Phillips Exeter Academy, Porter most recently served as a Regional Director of Major Gifts in the Office of Institutional Advancement. He was part of a team that raised over $100 million for the school’s need-blind admissions initiative. Porter also contributed significantly to the school during his five years in the admissions office, chairing the 9th grade admissions committee and serving on the financial aid committee.
At the Foundation, Porter works closely with the Directors of Philanthropy and the Director of Development Strategy and Research, focusing on the mission of Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children. Porter earned his undergraduate degree from Denison University, where he was a member of the varsity lacrosse team. He and his wife, Ellee, reside in Exeter, New Hampshire with their two sons, Bode and Wyatt.
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Porter Hayes
Senior Director of Philanthropy
Porter Hayes joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2024 as the Senior Director of Philanthropy, bringing a deep commitment to advancing educational access and a strong belief in the Foundation’s mission. With over a decade of experience at Phillips Exeter Academy, Porter most recently served as a Regional Director of Major Gifts in the Office of Institutional Advancement. He was part of a team that raised over $100 million for the school’s need-blind admissions initiative. Porter also contributed significantly to the school during his five years in the admissions office, chairing the 9th grade admissions committee and serving on the financial aid committee.
At the Foundation, Porter works closely with the Directors of Philanthropy and the Director of Development Strategy and Research, focusing on the mission of Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children. Porter earned his undergraduate degree from Denison University, where he was a member of the varsity lacrosse team. He and his wife, Ellee, reside in Exeter, New Hampshire with their two sons, Bode and Wyatt.
Christine Byrum (VA)
Director
Christine Byrum is an accomplished finance executive with over 25 years of experience in the defense and aerospace industry. She currently serves as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at BAE Systems, Inc., where she leads the Financial Planning and Budgets organization for a dynamic $1.8 billion business based in McLean, Virginia.
Christine’s career at BAE Systems spans more than two decades, during which she has held several key leadership roles. Prior to her current position, she was the Director of Pricing, responsible for overseeing pricing actions for a $1.8 billion sector within the Defense Services industry. She also served as Finance Director and Director of Finance for San Diego Ship Repair, where she managed financial operations and strategy for nearly eight years.
Earlier in her career, Christine was Manager of FP&A at BAE Systems, where she developed expertise in financial modeling, investment analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and external audits. Her foundational experience began at Lockheed Martin as a Financial Analyst in Bethesda, Maryland.
Christine is recognized for her strong leadership, strategic financial planning, and deep understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. Her skills include competitive pricing, financial analysis, and investment evaluation, making her a trusted advisor and leader in her field.
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Christine Byrum (VA)
Director
Christine Byrum is an accomplished finance executive with over 25 years of experience in the defense and aerospace industry. She currently serves as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at BAE Systems, Inc., where she leads the Financial Planning and Budgets organization for a dynamic $1.8 billion business based in McLean, Virginia.
Christine’s career at BAE Systems spans more than two decades, during which she has held several key leadership roles. Prior to her current position, she was the Director of Pricing, responsible for overseeing pricing actions for a $1.8 billion sector within the Defense Services industry. She also served as Finance Director and Director of Finance for San Diego Ship Repair, where she managed financial operations and strategy for nearly eight years.
Earlier in her career, Christine was Manager of FP&A at BAE Systems, where she developed expertise in financial modeling, investment analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and external audits. Her foundational experience began at Lockheed Martin as a Financial Analyst in Bethesda, Maryland.
Christine is recognized for her strong leadership, strategic financial planning, and deep understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. Her skills include competitive pricing, financial analysis, and investment evaluation, making her a trusted advisor and leader in her field.
Lindsey Howard
Director of Advancement
Lindsey Howard joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2014 as the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO.  Through this role, she became involved in the daily operations of the Foundation’s stewardship efforts.  As the Director of Advancement, Lindsey is responsible for recognizing investors, cementing them to the mission, and advancing their long-term involvement with the Foundation through a donor centered-based program. Additionally, she oversees the Foundation’s grants program to enhance and leverage grant-makers for the purpose of increasing financial support, stewarding, and retaining our investors.
In 2020, she assisted with the development and execution of the Foundation’s
Fidelis Fund
, a mid-level giving program in support of the Foundation’s mission-critical initiatives.  She is also involved in the development of the Foundation’s 1962 Club – a new alumni giving society established to keep alumni recipients involved in the mission while giving them a platform to give back. Lindsey holds an undergraduate degree for Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Safety Science and a master’s degree from Drexel University in Human Resources Development.  She is passionate about education and is dedicated to ensuring that children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen are able to make their higher education dreams a reality.  She resides in Alexandria, Virginia with her husband and two children, Emory and Lincoln.
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Lindsey Howard
Director of Advancement
Lindsey Howard joined the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation in 2014 as the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO.  Through this role, she became involved in the daily operations of the Foundation’s stewardship efforts.  As the Director of Advancement, Lindsey is responsible for recognizing investors, cementing them to the mission, and advancing their long-term involvement with the Foundation through a donor centered-based program. Additionally, she oversees the Foundation’s grants program to enhance and leverage grant-makers for the purpose of increasing financial support, stewarding, and retaining our investors.
In 2020, she assisted with the development and execution of the Foundation’s
Fidelis Fund
, a mid-level giving program in support of the Foundation’s mission-critical initiatives.  She is also involved in the development of the Foundation’s 1962 Club – a new alumni giving society established to keep alumni recipients involved in the mission while giving them a platform to give back. Lindsey holds an undergraduate degree for Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Safety Science and a master’s degree from Drexel University in Human Resources Development.  She is passionate about education and is dedicated to ensuring that children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen are able to make their higher education dreams a reality.  She resides in Alexandria, Virginia with her husband and two children, Emory and Lincoln.
Renee Laflam
Director, National Events
Renee Laflam joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2013 as part of the Events Department. As Director of National Events, Renee is responsible for the strategy, direction, planning, and execution of all Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation events. With nearly 40 annual events across the country, Renee works closely with local volunteer committees and vendors towards the successful execution of established organization, brand, development, and operational goals. A large focus of her work is the development and implementation of short and long-term event strategies to enhance their role as an efficient and effective platform for cultivation, revenue generation, stewardship, and brand awareness. Renee holds an undergraduate degree in Anthropology from Wheaton College (MA) and resides in Boston, MA.
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Renee Laflam
Director, National Events
Renee Laflam joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2013 as part of the Events Department. As Director of National Events, Renee is responsible for the strategy, direction, planning, and execution of all Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation events. With nearly 40 annual events across the country, Renee works closely with local volunteer committees and vendors towards the successful execution of established organization, brand, development, and operational goals. A large focus of her work is the development and implementation of short and long-term event strategies to enhance their role as an efficient and effective platform for cultivation, revenue generation, stewardship, and brand awareness. Renee holds an undergraduate degree in Anthropology from Wheaton College (MA) and resides in Boston, MA.
Dana Mills
Director of Communications
Dana joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2013 and quickly became involved in the development and execution of Scholarship Foundation messaging. She was promoted to Communications Manager in 2016, where she was responsible for maintaining and leveraging the Scholarship Foundation’s presence in areas of paid, earned, owned and shared media. In her current role as Director of Communications, Dana oversees all messaging for the Scholarship Foundation, elevates the Scholarship Foundation’s brand, and is passionate about building an engaged and supportive community of supporters nationwide. Dana holds an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and resides in Alexandria, VA.
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Dana Mills
Director of Communications
Dana joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2013 and quickly became involved in the development and execution of Scholarship Foundation messaging. She was promoted to Communications Manager in 2016, where she was responsible for maintaining and leveraging the Scholarship Foundation’s presence in areas of paid, earned, owned and shared media. In her current role as Director of Communications, Dana oversees all messaging for the Scholarship Foundation, elevates the Scholarship Foundation’s brand, and is passionate about building an engaged and supportive community of supporters nationwide. Dana holds an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and resides in Alexandria, VA.
Keith Moore
Director of Philanthropy
Keith Moore joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2020, bringing more than 40 years of sales, marketing, and development experience in both the commercial and not for profit sectors to MCSF.  In his current role, Keith maintains a major gift portfolio of Investors as well as leading development efforts for The New York Leatherneck Campaign and Ball (New York), National Capital Area Campaign and Celebratory Gala (Washington DC), Steel City Marines Campaign and Awards Dinner (Pittsburgh), and The Lone Star State Campaign and Houston Awards Dinner (Houston).
“It is an honor to lend a hand up to the families of Marines, Navy Corpsmen, and Chaplains, who have served this country honorably and protected me and my family our entire lives.”
Keith holds a BBA in Marketing from Ohio University, resides in Northern Virginia, and is the proud father of Alex and Trevor.
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Keith Moore
Director of Philanthropy
Keith Moore joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2020, bringing more than 40 years of sales, marketing, and development experience in both the commercial and not for profit sectors to MCSF.  In his current role, Keith maintains a major gift portfolio of Investors as well as leading development efforts for The New York Leatherneck Campaign and Ball (New York), National Capital Area Campaign and Celebratory Gala (Washington DC), Steel City Marines Campaign and Awards Dinner (Pittsburgh), and The Lone Star State Campaign and Houston Awards Dinner (Houston).
“It is an honor to lend a hand up to the families of Marines, Navy Corpsmen, and Chaplains, who have served this country honorably and protected me and my family our entire lives.”
Keith holds a BBA in Marketing from Ohio University, resides in Northern Virginia, and is the proud father of Alex and Trevor.
Mary Ott
Director of Philanthropy
Mary is a dynamic and resourceful nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience driving philanthropic growth across sectors including social services, healthcare, and veteran support. Known for her ability to build lasting relationships, Mary excels at forging collaborative connections with investors, colleagues and community partners.
As Director of Philanthropy, west region, Mary brings purpose, vision, and a growth mindset to every initiative she leads. Her deep personal commitment to supporting military families stems from her family members service including her son-in-law, an active-duty Gunnery Sergeant with the 2
nd
Reconnaissance Battalion of the U.S. Marine Corps.
In her free time, Mary and her husband enjoy traveling, outdoor adventures, and spending time with their three children, their spouses, and twin grandsons.
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Mary Ott
Director of Philanthropy
Mary is a dynamic and resourceful nonprofit leader with over 15 years of experience driving philanthropic growth across sectors including social services, healthcare, and veteran support. Known for her ability to build lasting relationships, Mary excels at forging collaborative connections with investors, colleagues and community partners.
As Director of Philanthropy, west region, Mary brings purpose, vision, and a growth mindset to every initiative she leads. Her deep personal commitment to supporting military families stems from her family members service including her son-in-law, an active-duty Gunnery Sergeant with the 2
nd
Reconnaissance Battalion of the U.S. Marine Corps.
In her free time, Mary and her husband enjoy traveling, outdoor adventures, and spending time with their three children, their spouses, and twin grandsons.
Pratima Persaud
Director of Philanthropy
Pratima Persaud
is an accomplished fundraising leader with more than 15 years of experience driving revenue growth and building strategic partnerships for mission-driven organizations. She has led successful multimillion-dollar campaigns, created innovative engagement strategies, and cultivated transformative relationships with individual donors and corporate partners alike.
Throughout her career, Pratima has held senior development roles at leading health and advocacy organizations, including Planned Parenthood, the American Heart Association, and the American Diabetes Association. Her results-driven approach has consistently exceeded fundraising goals — from doubling event revenue to launching new donor acquisition initiatives and securing major corporate support.
She recently joined the
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
as
Director of Philanthropy for the Southeast Region
, where her work is deeply personal — her husband is a Marine, which fuels her passion for supporting the children of those who serve. Pratima lives in Florida with her husband and their three children.
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Pratima Persaud
Director of Philanthropy
Pratima Persaud
is an accomplished fundraising leader with more than 15 years of experience driving revenue growth and building strategic partnerships for mission-driven organizations. She has led successful multimillion-dollar campaigns, created innovative engagement strategies, and cultivated transformative relationships with individual donors and corporate partners alike.
Throughout her career, Pratima has held senior development roles at leading health and advocacy organizations, including Planned Parenthood, the American Heart Association, and the American Diabetes Association. Her results-driven approach has consistently exceeded fundraising goals — from doubling event revenue to launching new donor acquisition initiatives and securing major corporate support.
She recently joined the
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
as
Director of Philanthropy for the Southeast Region
, where her work is deeply personal — her husband is a Marine, which fuels her passion for supporting the children of those who serve. Pratima lives in Florida with her husband and their three children.
Steve Fusco (CA)
Director
Steve Fusco joined Rewards Network as President in 2018, overseeing the Sales and Partnerships functions and serving in a general leadership position in support of the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and organization at large.
As a growth leader, Steve brings a strong background and deep experience in the fields of e-commerce, finance, banking, and technology, translating into the successful businesses he built at PayPal and before that, Citigroup.  At PayPal, Steve served in a number of roles of increasing responsibility. Most recently, Steve served as Vice President and General Manager of Global Distribution in which he led a global team responsible for partnership with technology platforms and marketplaces. Prior to PayPal, Steve served in a variety of executive roles at Citigroup, in both the Credit Card and Retail Banking businesses.
A native of New York and graduate of Duke University and UCLA’s Anderson School of Management, Steve spent his early career in the Marine Corps and remains active in veteran’s causes.  In 2014, he was recognized by the Silicon Valley Business Journal as one of Silicon Valley’s “40 under 40.”
Steve currently resides in Northern California with his wife and three children.
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Steve Fusco (CA)
Director
Steve Fusco joined Rewards Network as President in 2018, overseeing the Sales and Partnerships functions and serving in a general leadership position in support of the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and organization at large.
As a growth leader, Steve brings a strong background and deep experience in the fields of e-commerce, finance, banking, and technology, translating into the successful businesses he built at PayPal and before that, Citigroup.  At PayPal, Steve served in a number of roles of increasing responsibility. Most recently, Steve served as Vice President and General Manager of Global Distribution in which he led a global team responsible for partnership with technology platforms and marketplaces. Prior to PayPal, Steve served in a variety of executive roles at Citigroup, in both the Credit Card and Retail Banking businesses.
A native of New York and graduate of Duke University and UCLA’s Anderson School of Management, Steve spent his early career in the Marine Corps and remains active in veteran’s causes.  In 2014, he was recognized by the Silicon Valley Business Journal as one of Silicon Valley’s “40 under 40.”
Steve currently resides in Northern California with his wife and three children.
Jennifer Hazelton (TX)
Director
Jennifer Hazelton is the President and Founder of Windell Advisors, LLC, offering finance and accounting management services to nonprofit organizations.  An accomplished and strategic-minded senior operations executive and top corporate officer, she is a persuasive communicator with an engaging style and experience in public accounting, public and private corporations, and nonprofit organizations.
For more than 17 years, Hazelton served as Chief Financial Officer of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, one of Houston’s largest operating charities. A certified public accountant, she oversaw the accounting and finance departments, as well as operational areas including scholarship and grant management, purchasing, and membership departments. Prior to joining the Rodeo, Hazelton served as the Chief Financial Officer for GSA Management in Delaware, managing technical support and compliance for real estate and venture capital funds. She started her career at Arthur Andersen in Richmond, Virginia and is a certified public accountant.
Hazelton has been named a “Best CFO of the Year – Nonprofit” and a “Woman Who Means Business” by the Houston Business Journal.  She is committed to giving back and volunteers with and serves on boards of several literacy and education focused nonprofits, including Neuhaus Education Center, the Children’s Museum of Houston, and serves as the Treasurer and an Executive Committee member of the National Scholarship Provider’s Association.
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Jennifer Hazelton (TX)
Director
Jennifer Hazelton is the President and Founder of Windell Advisors, LLC, offering finance and accounting management services to nonprofit organizations.  An accomplished and strategic-minded senior operations executive and top corporate officer, she is a persuasive communicator with an engaging style and experience in public accounting, public and private corporations, and nonprofit organizations.
For more than 17 years, Hazelton served as Chief Financial Officer of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, one of Houston’s largest operating charities. A certified public accountant, she oversaw the accounting and finance departments, as well as operational areas including scholarship and grant management, purchasing, and membership departments. Prior to joining the Rodeo, Hazelton served as the Chief Financial Officer for GSA Management in Delaware, managing technical support and compliance for real estate and venture capital funds. She started her career at Arthur Andersen in Richmond, Virginia and is a certified public accountant.
Hazelton has been named a “Best CFO of the Year – Nonprofit” and a “Woman Who Means Business” by the Houston Business Journal.  She is committed to giving back and volunteers with and serves on boards of several literacy and education focused nonprofits, including Neuhaus Education Center, the Children’s Museum of Houston, and serves as the Treasurer and an Executive Committee member of the National Scholarship Provider’s Association.
Dan Henderson (FL)
Director
A principal of CooksonPeirce, Dan serves as the firm’s chairman, working primarily out of their Naples Florida office.
Dan joined the firm in 2002 after a 10-year career in the investment advisory business. He and his partners grew the wealth management firm from $180M to $3B over the past two decades.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, they have offices in Akron, OH, Naples, FL and Greenville, SC.  Dan is responsible for key client relationships and CooksonPeirce’s strategic planning, including the overall marketing effort.
Dan received a B.S. in business with a concentration in finance from Boston University, which he attended on a full Navy ROTC scholarship. After graduating, Dan served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps. During his four years of active duty, he served in combat and was decorated during Operation Desert Storm. He received an honorable discharge in 1992 with the rank of captain.
He continued his education with courses from The American College, where he earned the Chartered Financial Consultant designation.
Dan has two grown sons, one living in NYC and the other in the DC/Maryland area.  Dan and his wife, Barb, live in Naples, Florida and take regular trips back to Pittsburgh throughout the year. When not spending time with his family or at work, Dan’s interests are traveling, riding his bicycle or Harley-Davidson, painting and going to concerts. He chairs the board of St. Barnabas Health System in Pittsburgh and co-chairs the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s annual Steel City Awards Dinner.
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Dan Henderson (FL)
Director
A principal of CooksonPeirce, Dan serves as the firm’s chairman, working primarily out of their Naples Florida office.
Dan joined the firm in 2002 after a 10-year career in the investment advisory business. He and his partners grew the wealth management firm from $180M to $3B over the past two decades.  Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, they have offices in Akron, OH, Naples, FL and Greenville, SC.  Dan is responsible for key client relationships and CooksonPeirce’s strategic planning, including the overall marketing effort.
Dan received a B.S. in business with a concentration in finance from Boston University, which he attended on a full Navy ROTC scholarship. After graduating, Dan served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps. During his four years of active duty, he served in combat and was decorated during Operation Desert Storm. He received an honorable discharge in 1992 with the rank of captain.
He continued his education with courses from The American College, where he earned the Chartered Financial Consultant designation.
Dan has two grown sons, one living in NYC and the other in the DC/Maryland area.  Dan and his wife, Barb, live in Naples, Florida and take regular trips back to Pittsburgh throughout the year. When not spending time with his family or at work, Dan’s interests are traveling, riding his bicycle or Harley-Davidson, painting and going to concerts. He chairs the board of St. Barnabas Health System in Pittsburgh and co-chairs the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s annual Steel City Awards Dinner.
Rear Admiral Keith Jones USN (Ret.) (TX)
Director
A native of Ferriday, Louisiana, Keith joined Toyota in 2005, leading diversity and inclusion initiatives to advance strategy, policy and programs to further diversify Toyota’s workforce, workplace and community connections across North America.
He lives in North Texas and works at Toyota’s national headquarters in Plano, TX.
Prior to joining Toyota, Keith chartered and led corporate diversity initiatives at Volkswagen of America, the Kellogg Company and Shell Oil Company.  Jones earned a MBA from California State University in Bakersfield and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
A proud Sailor in the United States Navy, Keith sailed aboard the USS Enterprise on active duty and still serves in the Navy Reserve component.  A logistician by training and experience across joint, combined and expeditionary commands, he has held command positions at every rank attainable and will close out his career in the Fall of 2020 as a Rear Admiral (Upper Half) and assignment as Deputy Director, Logistics, Fleet Supply and Ordnance, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Pearl Harbor, HI.
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Rear Admiral Keith Jones USN (Ret.) (TX)
Director
A native of Ferriday, Louisiana, Keith joined Toyota in 2005, leading diversity and inclusion initiatives to advance strategy, policy and programs to further diversify Toyota’s workforce, workplace and community connections across North America.
He lives in North Texas and works at Toyota’s national headquarters in Plano, TX.
Prior to joining Toyota, Keith chartered and led corporate diversity initiatives at Volkswagen of America, the Kellogg Company and Shell Oil Company.  Jones earned a MBA from California State University in Bakersfield and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
A proud Sailor in the United States Navy, Keith sailed aboard the USS Enterprise on active duty and still serves in the Navy Reserve component.  A logistician by training and experience across joint, combined and expeditionary commands, he has held command positions at every rank attainable and will close out his career in the Fall of 2020 as a Rear Admiral (Upper Half) and assignment as Deputy Director, Logistics, Fleet Supply and Ordnance, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Pearl Harbor, HI.
Ken Korngiebel (UT)
Director
Mr. Korngiebel is a Portfolio Manager on the U.S. micro/small cap and global research teams. He joined Wasatch Global Investors in 2015.
Mr. Korngiebel’s investment career has spanned decades, during which he has covered small, mid and large cap growth stocks across all sectors.
Prior to joining Wasatch, Mr. Korngiebel was a founder, partner and lead portfolio manager at Montibus Capital Management, which is a business backed by Stifel Financial Corp. At Montibus, he led a team of five investment professionals from 2006 to 2015, managing the firm’s long-only small and SMID cap growth portfolios totaling $1 billion in assets. Earlier in his career, he was a senior managing director and lead portfolio manager at Columbia Management Company—where he rebuilt a six-person investment team, implemented a new philosophy and process, and managed small, SMID and mid cap growth portfolios totaling $2.6 billion in assets. His tenure at Columbia Management was from 1996 to 2006.
Mr. Korngiebel holds a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Spanish from Stanford University. He is also a CFA charterholder.
Ken has lived in Venezuela, Spain and Switzerland. He speaks Spanish, and his French is passable. He is also an avid skier, wine collector and struggling golfer.
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Ken Korngiebel (UT)
Director
Mr. Korngiebel is a Portfolio Manager on the U.S. micro/small cap and global research teams. He joined Wasatch Global Investors in 2015.
Mr. Korngiebel’s investment career has spanned decades, during which he has covered small, mid and large cap growth stocks across all sectors.
Prior to joining Wasatch, Mr. Korngiebel was a founder, partner and lead portfolio manager at Montibus Capital Management, which is a business backed by Stifel Financial Corp. At Montibus, he led a team of five investment professionals from 2006 to 2015, managing the firm’s long-only small and SMID cap growth portfolios totaling $1 billion in assets. Earlier in his career, he was a senior managing director and lead portfolio manager at Columbia Management Company—where he rebuilt a six-person investment team, implemented a new philosophy and process, and managed small, SMID and mid cap growth portfolios totaling $2.6 billion in assets. His tenure at Columbia Management was from 1996 to 2006.
Mr. Korngiebel holds a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Spanish from Stanford University. He is also a CFA charterholder.
Ken has lived in Venezuela, Spain and Switzerland. He speaks Spanish, and his French is passable. He is also an avid skier, wine collector and struggling golfer.
R. Scott LaRue (CA)
Director
Scott LaRue currently serves as vice chairman of investment banking at Piper Sandler.
Prior to assuming his current responsibilities, LaRue served for eleven years as global co-head of investment banking and capital markets. He joined Piper Sandler in 2003 and spent much of his career covering the consumer sector, ultimately serving as co-head of Piper Sandler consumer investment banking. LaRue was also a founding member and continues to serve on the investment committee for the Piper Sandler merchant banking group.
In the course of LaRue’s 30 years in the investment banking industry, he has completed numerous transactions across a wide range of industries including packaged goods, food and beverage, agribusiness, retailing, real estate, gaming, lodging and diversified industrials. His extensive background in corporate finance includes mergers and acquisitions, public stock offerings, leveraged finance, asset securitizations and public and private debt offerings.
Prior to joining Piper Sandler, LaRue led the food and beverage industry team at CSFB/DLJ, where he was the firm’s senior consumer product banker on the West Coast. Before that, he was a managing director at Bank of America Securities.
LaRue is a graduate of the University of Southern California.
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R. Scott LaRue (CA)
Director
Scott LaRue currently serves as vice chairman of investment banking at Piper Sandler.
Prior to assuming his current responsibilities, LaRue served for eleven years as global co-head of investment banking and capital markets. He joined Piper Sandler in 2003 and spent much of his career covering the consumer sector, ultimately serving as co-head of Piper Sandler consumer investment banking. LaRue was also a founding member and continues to serve on the investment committee for the Piper Sandler merchant banking group.
In the course of LaRue’s 30 years in the investment banking industry, he has completed numerous transactions across a wide range of industries including packaged goods, food and beverage, agribusiness, retailing, real estate, gaming, lodging and diversified industrials. His extensive background in corporate finance includes mergers and acquisitions, public stock offerings, leveraged finance, asset securitizations and public and private debt offerings.
Prior to joining Piper Sandler, LaRue led the food and beverage industry team at CSFB/DLJ, where he was the firm’s senior consumer product banker on the West Coast. Before that, he was a managing director at Bank of America Securities.
LaRue is a graduate of the University of Southern California.
Frank Martell (CA)
Director
Frank Martell is a business executive, advocate for financial empowerment, and leader in the housing industry. Frank has over 35 years’ executive leadership experience in the marketing, financial services, and business information industries.  He is currently the president, chief executive officer, and a member of the board of directors of loanDepot, Inc. a leading independent mortgage lender and digital commerce company committed to supporting its customers throughout the homeownership journey.  Prior to joining loanDepot in April 2022, Frank held various executive positions at CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions provider where he served as president, chief executive officer and Board member from March 2017 to January 2022. Before joining CoreLogic in 2011, Frank served as the president and chief executive officer of the Western Institutional Review Board, and before that as chief financial officer of Information Services Group, Inc. and Advantage Solutions. From 1996 to 2006, he held various leadership positions at ACNielsen Corporation, including vice president and treasurer, chief operating officer, and president of Asia Pacific and Emerging Markets; executive vice president of the Marketing Information Group, and chief operating officer of ACNielsen and president of Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Frank spent the initial 15 years of his business career in a variety of financial leadership roles at General Electric.
Frank serves on the global board of directors of Operation HOPE, a best-in-class provider of financial literacy empowerment for youth, financial capability for communities, and financial dignity for all. Frank is also a member of the board of directors of Compass, Inc. and previously served in a similar capacity at Bank of the West and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). He was named by the Orange County Business Journal as the 2013 Outstanding CFO of a Public Company. Frank has also received various awards for his distinguished leadership in the housing industry from Inman and HousingWire.  He holds a B.S. degree in accounting from Villanova University.
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Frank Martell (CA)
Director
Frank Martell is a business executive, advocate for financial empowerment, and leader in the housing industry. Frank has over 35 years’ executive leadership experience in the marketing, financial services, and business information industries.  He is currently the president, chief executive officer, and a member of the board of directors of loanDepot, Inc. a leading independent mortgage lender and digital commerce company committed to supporting its customers throughout the homeownership journey.  Prior to joining loanDepot in April 2022, Frank held various executive positions at CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions provider where he served as president, chief executive officer and Board member from March 2017 to January 2022. Before joining CoreLogic in 2011, Frank served as the president and chief executive officer of the Western Institutional Review Board, and before that as chief financial officer of Information Services Group, Inc. and Advantage Solutions. From 1996 to 2006, he held various leadership positions at ACNielsen Corporation, including vice president and treasurer, chief operating officer, and president of Asia Pacific and Emerging Markets; executive vice president of the Marketing Information Group, and chief operating officer of ACNielsen and president of Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Frank spent the initial 15 years of his business career in a variety of financial leadership roles at General Electric.
Frank serves on the global board of directors of Operation HOPE, a best-in-class provider of financial literacy empowerment for youth, financial capability for communities, and financial dignity for all. Frank is also a member of the board of directors of Compass, Inc. and previously served in a similar capacity at Bank of the West and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). He was named by the Orange County Business Journal as the 2013 Outstanding CFO of a Public Company. Frank has also received various awards for his distinguished leadership in the housing industry from Inman and HousingWire.  He holds a B.S. degree in accounting from Villanova University.
Peter Pace, Jr (IL)
Director
Pete is a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs and leads a private wealth business based in Chicago.
After earning his undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University, Pete served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Captain.
He joined Goldman in 2006 after completing his MBA at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, earning concentrations in Finance, Accounting, and Entrepreneurship.  Pete helped launch the Goldman Sachs Veteran’s Network in 2011 and is active with a number of organizations focused on veteran’s issues. After frequent moves growing up in a military family Pete, his wife Lynsey and their three children are happy to call Chicago home.
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Peter Pace, Jr (IL)
Director
Pete is a Managing Director at Goldman Sachs and leads a private wealth business based in Chicago.
After earning his undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University, Pete served as an infantry officer in the United States Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Captain.
He joined Goldman in 2006 after completing his MBA at the University of Chicago's Booth School of Business, earning concentrations in Finance, Accounting, and Entrepreneurship.  Pete helped launch the Goldman Sachs Veteran’s Network in 2011 and is active with a number of organizations focused on veteran’s issues. After frequent moves growing up in a military family Pete, his wife Lynsey and their three children are happy to call Chicago home.
Paul "Mickey" Pohl (PA)
Director
Mickey Pohl has extensive trial and appellate experience having handled such cases throughout the country for more than 40 years. He has tried a wide variety of jury and non-jury cases across the United States and has argued numerous appeals in state and federal courts. Mickey has counseled clients on U.S. litigation issues in Europe, South America, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. His practice includes product liability, toxic tort, antitrust, corporate governance, telecommunications, natural resources, and health care matters. He is one of few lawyers who has tried massive public nuisance cases.
Mickey is a Life Member of The American Law Institute where he has taught trial advocacy, and he is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He also has chaired the Lawyer's Advisory Committee of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and has served as Chairman of the Board of the Rand Corporation's Institute for Civil Justice. Mickey is listed in
The Best Lawyers in America
in four categories, and
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
has listed him as the "Best Lawyer" in "Bet-The-Company" litigation. In 2017, the
Legal 500
publication named Mickey to its inaugural "Hall of Fame" for his litigation successes.
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Paul "Mickey" Pohl (PA)
Director
Mickey Pohl has extensive trial and appellate experience having handled such cases throughout the country for more than 40 years. He has tried a wide variety of jury and non-jury cases across the United States and has argued numerous appeals in state and federal courts. Mickey has counseled clients on U.S. litigation issues in Europe, South America, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. His practice includes product liability, toxic tort, antitrust, corporate governance, telecommunications, natural resources, and health care matters. He is one of few lawyers who has tried massive public nuisance cases.
Mickey is a Life Member of The American Law Institute where he has taught trial advocacy, and he is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers. He also has chaired the Lawyer's Advisory Committee of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and has served as Chairman of the Board of the Rand Corporation's Institute for Civil Justice. Mickey is listed in
The Best Lawyers in America
in four categories, and
Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
has listed him as the "Best Lawyer" in "Bet-The-Company" litigation. In 2017, the
Legal 500
publication named Mickey to its inaugural "Hall of Fame" for his litigation successes.
Lieutenant General Lori Reynolds USMC (Ret.) (MD)
Director
Lieutenant General Lori Reynolds (retired) graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1986. She was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps and assigned as a communications officer. Commands in the operating forces include command as a LtCol of 9th Communication Battalion from 2003-2005 where she deployed the battalion to Fallujah Iraq in support of 1st Marine Expeditionary Force from 2004-2005.
As a Colonel, she commanded 1st Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group from 2009 – 2011 where she deployed the MHG to Camp Leatherneck Afghanistan. In that capacity, her command built and she commanded Camp Leatherneck, the home of NATO Regional Command Southwest. She also commanded AO Belleau Wood, the area of operations surrounding Camp Leatherneck.
In the supporting establishment, she commanded Recruiting Station Harrisburg, PA, as a major. As a Brigadier General, from 2011-2014, she commanded Marine Corps Recruit Depot/Eastern Recruiting Region Parris Island SC, where she was responsible for recruiting and training 30,000 new Marines a year.
Her staff positions include staff and leadership billets at Marine Corps Systems Command, Headquarters Marine Corps C4 and the Joint Staff J6. From 2014-2015, following her time at Parris Island SC, she served as Principal Director, South and Southeast Asia, Office of Secretary Defense for Policy. From 2015 – 2018, she has commanded the Marine Corps component of United States Cyber Command, Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command. Most recently, she served as the Deputy Commandant for Information, US Marine Corps. She retired from active service in July 2021.
She is a graduate of the Naval War College and the Army War College.
Her decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, The Legion of Merit, and The Bronze Star Medal.
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Lieutenant General Lori Reynolds USMC (Ret.) (MD)
Director
Lieutenant General Lori Reynolds (retired) graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1986. She was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps and assigned as a communications officer. Commands in the operating forces include command as a LtCol of 9th Communication Battalion from 2003-2005 where she deployed the battalion to Fallujah Iraq in support of 1st Marine Expeditionary Force from 2004-2005.
As a Colonel, she commanded 1st Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group from 2009 – 2011 where she deployed the MHG to Camp Leatherneck Afghanistan. In that capacity, her command built and she commanded Camp Leatherneck, the home of NATO Regional Command Southwest. She also commanded AO Belleau Wood, the area of operations surrounding Camp Leatherneck.
In the supporting establishment, she commanded Recruiting Station Harrisburg, PA, as a major. As a Brigadier General, from 2011-2014, she commanded Marine Corps Recruit Depot/Eastern Recruiting Region Parris Island SC, where she was responsible for recruiting and training 30,000 new Marines a year.
Her staff positions include staff and leadership billets at Marine Corps Systems Command, Headquarters Marine Corps C4 and the Joint Staff J6. From 2014-2015, following her time at Parris Island SC, she served as Principal Director, South and Southeast Asia, Office of Secretary Defense for Policy. From 2015 – 2018, she has commanded the Marine Corps component of United States Cyber Command, Marine Corps Forces Cyberspace Command. Most recently, she served as the Deputy Commandant for Information, US Marine Corps. She retired from active service in July 2021.
She is a graduate of the Naval War College and the Army War College.
Her decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal, The Legion of Merit, and The Bronze Star Medal.
Lieutenant General Steven Rudder USMC (Ret.)
Director
Steven Rudder joined the Lockheed Martin Corporation in March 2025 after completing 38 plus years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps and 2 years in Defense Industry and International Sales as a Business Development Consultant.  He is currently the LMGA Vice President, Navy-Marine Corps Programs. He retired after 38 years as the Commanding General, Marine Forces Pacific where he commanded all US Marine air and ground operations in the Asia-Pacific.
During his career, he commanded a Light Attack Helicopter Squadron, Marine Air Group, Marine Air Wing, and Marine Pacific Forces. His General Officer leadership positions included the Director of Marines Corps Legislative Affairs, Commander of 1st Marine Air Wing in Japan, and Director of Policy and Plans (J5) for INDOPACOM. Before assuming command of Marine Forces Pacific, he served as the Deputy Commandant for Aviation where he managed all Marine Aviation aircraft procurement and sustainment programs.
Mr. Rudder is a graduate of Boston University, a Graduate of the US Army War College, Marine Corps Command and Staff (C&S), and holds a Master in National Security Strategy. He has over 5000 hours in multiple aircraft and is the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross.
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Lieutenant General Steven Rudder USMC (Ret.)
Director
Steven Rudder joined the Lockheed Martin Corporation in March 2025 after completing 38 plus years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps and 2 years in Defense Industry and International Sales as a Business Development Consultant.  He is currently the LMGA Vice President, Navy-Marine Corps Programs. He retired after 38 years as the Commanding General, Marine Forces Pacific where he commanded all US Marine air and ground operations in the Asia-Pacific.
During his career, he commanded a Light Attack Helicopter Squadron, Marine Air Group, Marine Air Wing, and Marine Pacific Forces. His General Officer leadership positions included the Director of Marines Corps Legislative Affairs, Commander of 1st Marine Air Wing in Japan, and Director of Policy and Plans (J5) for INDOPACOM. Before assuming command of Marine Forces Pacific, he served as the Deputy Commandant for Aviation where he managed all Marine Aviation aircraft procurement and sustainment programs.
Mr. Rudder is a graduate of Boston University, a Graduate of the US Army War College, Marine Corps Command and Staff (C&S), and holds a Master in National Security Strategy. He has over 5000 hours in multiple aircraft and is the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Harvey Seegers (MD)
Director
Harvey Seegers is the Associate Dean of the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.  In addition to his headquarters leadership responsibilities as Associate Dean, Harvey is also a member of the senior faculty.  He is an Associate Professor, teaching Executive Leadership, Operations Management, Quantitative Analysis, and Business Law courses to graduate students in the school’s Master of Science in Business program.
Harvey was an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for 12 years on active duty and for 12 years as a reservist. His active duty roles included:  Infantry Company Commander in the 4
th
Marines; Judge Advocate at Marine Corps Base Quantico; Adjutant of the Marine Barracks in Washington, DC; and Aide-de-Camp to the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General P.X. Kelley. His awards and decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals.
Following his active duty service, Harvey assumed various senior leadership roles in the civilian sector. Highlights include:
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of General Electric’s electronic commerce division, a $600 million global enterprise doing business in over 40 countries;
Founder and President of The Home Depot’s electronic commerce division, homedepot.com; currently a $5 billion business in North America; and
Chairman of the Board, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a PK-12 Catholic Girls’ School in suburban Maryland with over 700 students.
Harvey received a B.A. degree with distinction from The University of Virginia, an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School, and a J.D. from Catholic University, where he was an Executive Editor of the Law Review. He is a Member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court.
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Harvey Seegers (MD)
Director
Harvey Seegers is the Associate Dean of the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.  In addition to his headquarters leadership responsibilities as Associate Dean, Harvey is also a member of the senior faculty.  He is an Associate Professor, teaching Executive Leadership, Operations Management, Quantitative Analysis, and Business Law courses to graduate students in the school’s Master of Science in Business program.
Harvey was an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for 12 years on active duty and for 12 years as a reservist. His active duty roles included:  Infantry Company Commander in the 4
th
Marines; Judge Advocate at Marine Corps Base Quantico; Adjutant of the Marine Barracks in Washington, DC; and Aide-de-Camp to the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General P.X. Kelley. His awards and decorations include two Meritorious Service Medals.
Following his active duty service, Harvey assumed various senior leadership roles in the civilian sector. Highlights include:
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of General Electric’s electronic commerce division, a $600 million global enterprise doing business in over 40 countries;
Founder and President of The Home Depot’s electronic commerce division, homedepot.com; currently a $5 billion business in North America; and
Chairman of the Board, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, a PK-12 Catholic Girls’ School in suburban Maryland with over 700 students.
Harvey received a B.A. degree with distinction from The University of Virginia, an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School, and a J.D. from Catholic University, where he was an Executive Editor of the Law Review. He is a Member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court.
Linda Silver (TX)
Director
Linda Silver, Ed.D., joined the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in July 2017 as the Eugene McDermott Chief Executive Officer. Under her leadership, the Perot Museum celebrated its 10th anniversary year and expanded its impact to more than 11 million people since its opening. Remaining singularly focused on the Museum’s mission of inspiring minds through nature and science, Linda has delivered year-on-year surpluses allowing the Museum to make critical investments back into its staff, exhibit floors, and education programs, all the while ensuring financial aid remains available to allow every school in North Texas to benefit from the Perot Museum’s many science education initiatives. In 2020, Linda doubled down on the Museum’s commitment to advancing new knowledge by unveiling a state-of-the-art science and collections facility which houses the Museum’s paleontology team, their laboratories and 150,000 scientific specimens.
Prior to leading the Perot Museum, Linda worked for the government of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates where she served as associate director of the Technology Development Committee. While in this position, she oversaw the creation and growth of informal science education initiatives designed to build a sustainable and diversified knowledge economy aimed at integrating the emirate into the global ecosystem. Prior to this position, she spent eight years as the president and CEO of Great Lakes Science Center – one of the nation’s leading science and technology centers. She led the center in its first-ever strategic planning process and achieved a financial turnaround, taking the institution from operating losses to a balanced budget and creating a 75% earned-revenue business model. Linda began her museum career at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County where she spent 13 years in positions of increasing responsibility which culminated in the role of vice president of Education and Guest Relations for the 5 museums that comprised the NHMLAC family of museums.
She holds degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles – Bachelor of Arts; Pepperdine University – Master of Business Administration; the University of Southern California — Doctorate of Education and Harvard Business School – Executive Education Program. Linda is a passionate and experienced museum leader with an unparalleled track record of delivering exceptional science education, civic and community engagement, and operational excellence.
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Linda Silver (TX)
Director
Linda Silver, Ed.D., joined the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in July 2017 as the Eugene McDermott Chief Executive Officer. Under her leadership, the Perot Museum celebrated its 10th anniversary year and expanded its impact to more than 11 million people since its opening. Remaining singularly focused on the Museum’s mission of inspiring minds through nature and science, Linda has delivered year-on-year surpluses allowing the Museum to make critical investments back into its staff, exhibit floors, and education programs, all the while ensuring financial aid remains available to allow every school in North Texas to benefit from the Perot Museum’s many science education initiatives. In 2020, Linda doubled down on the Museum’s commitment to advancing new knowledge by unveiling a state-of-the-art science and collections facility which houses the Museum’s paleontology team, their laboratories and 150,000 scientific specimens.
Prior to leading the Perot Museum, Linda worked for the government of Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates where she served as associate director of the Technology Development Committee. While in this position, she oversaw the creation and growth of informal science education initiatives designed to build a sustainable and diversified knowledge economy aimed at integrating the emirate into the global ecosystem. Prior to this position, she spent eight years as the president and CEO of Great Lakes Science Center – one of the nation’s leading science and technology centers. She led the center in its first-ever strategic planning process and achieved a financial turnaround, taking the institution from operating losses to a balanced budget and creating a 75% earned-revenue business model. Linda began her museum career at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County where she spent 13 years in positions of increasing responsibility which culminated in the role of vice president of Education and Guest Relations for the 5 museums that comprised the NHMLAC family of museums.
She holds degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles – Bachelor of Arts; Pepperdine University – Master of Business Administration; the University of Southern California — Doctorate of Education and Harvard Business School – Executive Education Program. Linda is a passionate and experienced museum leader with an unparalleled track record of delivering exceptional science education, civic and community engagement, and operational excellence.
Henry Stoever (VA)
Director
Henry is a Principal with the Brentwood Advisory Group, a leading team of experienced C-level executives, that provides interim and fractional executive management and consulting services focused on helping clients fill key resource gaps, solve mission-critical issues, and improve operating results.
Previously, Henry served as the President & CEO of the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) where he was responsible for the leadership and operations of the $17 million, 52-person national organization, serving more than 1,300 boards, and representing more than 40,000 individual trustees, across more than 2,000 member institutions, systems, and foundations worldwide. At AGB, he provided a deep understanding of the importance of citizen governance and a wealth of experience in building on the strengths of a member-focused organization.
Prior to AGB, Henry served as the Chief Marketing Officer at the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), where he inspired the marketing, partner relations, and board-development teams, helping to provide insights on critical issues that shape board agendas for the largest association of corporate directors in the United States.
Prior to NACD, Mr. Stoever spent four years at Brazos Higher Education Service Corporation where he developed and launched StudentLoans.com. He has also held several marketing leadership positions for CoStar Group, Inc., Sprint-Nextel Corporation, LexisNexis Group Inc., and Kraft Foods, Inc. Mr. Stoever also served for five years in the United States Marine Corps, resigning at the rank of captain.
In addition to his service as a trustee for the United States Naval Academy Foundation’s Academic and Scholarship Programs board, Henry serves as an advisory council member for the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue. Previously, Henry served as a board member for Cycurion, Inc., a private cybersecurity company, Boulder Crest Retreat for Wounded Warriors, the Chesapeake Bayhawks, and Bethesda Lacrosse. He was also a visiting professor at American University’s Kogod School of Business from 2010 to 2014.
Henry holds a BS in economics from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA in marketing and strategy from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. Mr. Stoever and his wife, Glenn, reside in Alexandria, VA. He is the father of five children.
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Henry Stoever (VA)
Director
Henry is a Principal with the Brentwood Advisory Group, a leading team of experienced C-level executives, that provides interim and fractional executive management and consulting services focused on helping clients fill key resource gaps, solve mission-critical issues, and improve operating results.
Previously, Henry served as the President & CEO of the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) where he was responsible for the leadership and operations of the $17 million, 52-person national organization, serving more than 1,300 boards, and representing more than 40,000 individual trustees, across more than 2,000 member institutions, systems, and foundations worldwide. At AGB, he provided a deep understanding of the importance of citizen governance and a wealth of experience in building on the strengths of a member-focused organization.
Prior to AGB, Henry served as the Chief Marketing Officer at the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), where he inspired the marketing, partner relations, and board-development teams, helping to provide insights on critical issues that shape board agendas for the largest association of corporate directors in the United States.
Prior to NACD, Mr. Stoever spent four years at Brazos Higher Education Service Corporation where he developed and launched StudentLoans.com. He has also held several marketing leadership positions for CoStar Group, Inc., Sprint-Nextel Corporation, LexisNexis Group Inc., and Kraft Foods, Inc. Mr. Stoever also served for five years in the United States Marine Corps, resigning at the rank of captain.
In addition to his service as a trustee for the United States Naval Academy Foundation’s Academic and Scholarship Programs board, Henry serves as an advisory council member for the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue. Previously, Henry served as a board member for Cycurion, Inc., a private cybersecurity company, Boulder Crest Retreat for Wounded Warriors, the Chesapeake Bayhawks, and Bethesda Lacrosse. He was also a visiting professor at American University’s Kogod School of Business from 2010 to 2014.
Henry holds a BS in economics from the United States Naval Academy and an MBA in marketing and strategy from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. Mr. Stoever and his wife, Glenn, reside in Alexandria, VA. He is the father of five children.
Brian Wenzel (CT)
Director
Brian Wenzel is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Synchrony, one of the nation’s premier consumer financial services companies.
As CFO, Brian ensures the continued execution of Synchrony’s financial and growth
objectives, bringing a deep understanding of Synchrony’s business, people and partners to help drive sustainable earnings and long-term strategic objectives. His responsibilities include accounting and controllership, financial planning and analysis, tax, investor relations, treasury, capital management, the consumer bank, sourcing and real estate.
Prior to being appointed to his current role in 2019, Brian was Synchrony’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer, and earlier, the Chief Financial Officer of the Retail Card platform. He was an integral part of the Retail Card leadership team, helping develop and expand key partnerships, while having responsibility for strategic plans, quarterly operating results and financial management of new and existing relationships. Brian continued to strategically diversify and expand this platform to best optimize growth for Synchrony and its partners.
Brian also held roles in business development, growth and investments for Synchrony. Prior to Synchrony’s founding, he held several roles in financial planning and analysis, treasury, pricing and controllership for various divisions at GE. Earlier, Brian worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers and held various roles in a start-up healthcare venture.
Throughout the years, Brian has been a champion for all Synchrony employees, including as the executive sponsor of the company's Veterans Network+.
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Brian Wenzel (CT)
Director
Brian Wenzel is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Synchrony, one of the nation’s premier consumer financial services companies.
As CFO, Brian ensures the continued execution of Synchrony’s financial and growth
objectives, bringing a deep understanding of Synchrony’s business, people and partners to help drive sustainable earnings and long-term strategic objectives. His responsibilities include accounting and controllership, financial planning and analysis, tax, investor relations, treasury, capital management, the consumer bank, sourcing and real estate.
Prior to being appointed to his current role in 2019, Brian was Synchrony’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer, and earlier, the Chief Financial Officer of the Retail Card platform. He was an integral part of the Retail Card leadership team, helping develop and expand key partnerships, while having responsibility for strategic plans, quarterly operating results and financial management of new and existing relationships. Brian continued to strategically diversify and expand this platform to best optimize growth for Synchrony and its partners.
Brian also held roles in business development, growth and investments for Synchrony. Prior to Synchrony’s founding, he held several roles in financial planning and analysis, treasury, pricing and controllership for various divisions at GE. Earlier, Brian worked for PricewaterhouseCoopers and held various roles in a start-up healthcare venture.
Throughout the years, Brian has been a champion for all Synchrony employees, including as the executive sponsor of the company's Veterans Network+.
General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.) (TX)
Chairman Emeritus
General Robert B. Neller served the Marine Corps for more than 40 years, retiring in 2019 as the 37th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps. Prior to that assignment, he served as the Commander, Marine Forces Command from July 2014 to September 2015 and Commander, Marine Forces Central Command from September 2012 to June 2014.
A native of East Lansing, Michigan, General Neller graduated from the University of Virginia and was commissioned in 1975. He has served as an infantry officer at all levels, including command of Marine Security Force Company Panama during Operations JUST CAUSE and PROMOTE LIBERTY; 3d Light Armored Infantry Battalion during Operation RESTORE HOPE; 6th Marine Regiment; and 3d Marine Division.
General Neller also served as Deputy Commanding General, I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (05-07); Assistant Division Commander for 1st and 2d Marine Divisions; and President of Marine Corps University.
His Joint assignments include service in the Policy Division of Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Casteau, Belgium, and as the Director of Operations (J-3) of the Joint Staff in Washington, D.C.
General Neller is a graduate of the Armor Officer Advanced Course, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, NATO Defense College, and the Armed Forces Staff College. He holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Pepperdine University.
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General Robert B. Neller USMC (Ret.) (TX)
Chairman Emeritus
General Robert B. Neller served the Marine Corps for more than 40 years, retiring in 2019 as the 37th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps. Prior to that assignment, he served as the Commander, Marine Forces Command from July 2014 to September 2015 and Commander, Marine Forces Central Command from September 2012 to June 2014.
A native of East Lansing, Michigan, General Neller graduated from the University of Virginia and was commissioned in 1975. He has served as an infantry officer at all levels, including command of Marine Security Force Company Panama during Operations JUST CAUSE and PROMOTE LIBERTY; 3d Light Armored Infantry Battalion during Operation RESTORE HOPE; 6th Marine Regiment; and 3d Marine Division.
General Neller also served as Deputy Commanding General, I Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (05-07); Assistant Division Commander for 1st and 2d Marine Divisions; and President of Marine Corps University.
His Joint assignments include service in the Policy Division of Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Casteau, Belgium, and as the Director of Operations (J-3) of the Joint Staff in Washington, D.C.
General Neller is a graduate of the Armor Officer Advanced Course, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, NATO Defense College, and the Armed Forces Staff College. He holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Pepperdine University.
General William L. “Spider” Nyland USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
General William L. "Spider" Nyland served the Marine Corps more than 37 years, retiring in November 2005 as the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. His distinguished career included 122 combat missions with fighter attack squadrons in Vietnam, and subsequent combat sorties in Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. He commanded VMFA-232, MATSG Pensacola and 2d Marine Aircraft Wing. He was the first Naval Flight Officer(NFO) ever selected to the general officer ranks. Gen has been a very active supporter of, and faithful attendee at, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation balls and golf tournaments for many years. He resides with his wife, Brenda, in Pensacola, FL.
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General William L. “Spider” Nyland USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
General William L. "Spider" Nyland served the Marine Corps more than 37 years, retiring in November 2005 as the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. His distinguished career included 122 combat missions with fighter attack squadrons in Vietnam, and subsequent combat sorties in Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. He commanded VMFA-232, MATSG Pensacola and 2d Marine Aircraft Wing. He was the first Naval Flight Officer(NFO) ever selected to the general officer ranks. Gen has been a very active supporter of, and faithful attendee at, Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation balls and golf tournaments for many years. He resides with his wife, Brenda, in Pensacola, FL.
Lieutenant General Jeffrey W. Oster USMC (Ret.) (VA)
Chairman Emeritus
Lieutenant General Jeffrey Oster served in a civilian capacity in Iraq from February through June 2004 as the Deputy Administrator and Chief Operating Officer of the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA), one of two principal deputies to Ambassador L. Paul Bremer. He remained in Iraq to assist in the transition of governance from the CPA to Iraqi sovereignty and to support the establishment of the US Embassy.
During the last five of his 35 years on active duty, LtGen Oster served and commanded at every level of the Marine Corps Operating Forces. Additionally, he has focused on Christian ministry, philanthropic and service activities, including serving as the chairman of the Executive Committee of the Military Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ International; as vice chairman of the Board of Governors of the Marine Corps Association; and as vice chairman of the Board of Directors of the Navy Mutual Aid Association.
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Lieutenant General Jeffrey W. Oster USMC (Ret.) (VA)
Chairman Emeritus
Lieutenant General Jeffrey Oster served in a civilian capacity in Iraq from February through June 2004 as the Deputy Administrator and Chief Operating Officer of the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA), one of two principal deputies to Ambassador L. Paul Bremer. He remained in Iraq to assist in the transition of governance from the CPA to Iraqi sovereignty and to support the establishment of the US Embassy.
During the last five of his 35 years on active duty, LtGen Oster served and commanded at every level of the Marine Corps Operating Forces. Additionally, he has focused on Christian ministry, philanthropic and service activities, including serving as the chairman of the Executive Committee of the Military Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ International; as vice chairman of the Board of Governors of the Marine Corps Association; and as vice chairman of the Board of Directors of the Navy Mutual Aid Association.
Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele enlisted in the Marine Corps in January 1965. He rose from private to three-star general, culminating his military career as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans, Policies, and Operations at Headquarters, US Marine Corps, in Washington, DC in August of 1999.
Upon his retirement from active duty in 1999, he served as President & CEO of the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum, the largest naval museum in the world. LtGen Steele also served as the Associate Vice President for Veterans Research, the Executive Director of Military Partnerships, and Co-Chair of the Veterans Reintegration Steering Committee at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, until his retirement in December of 2016.
LtGen Steele is a graduate of the University of Arkansas where he obtained a BA degree in History (’74) and was recognized as a Distinguished Graduate of the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. He also holds three Masters Degrees from Central Michigan University, Salve Regina College, and the Naval War College.
Married to the former Cynthia Bayliss of Little Rock, Arkansas, they are the parents of three adult children, and have three grandchildren. Their son, David, is a selected Colonel in the Marine Corps having served three tours of combat in Afghanistan.
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Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and raised in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele enlisted in the Marine Corps in January 1965. He rose from private to three-star general, culminating his military career as the Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans, Policies, and Operations at Headquarters, US Marine Corps, in Washington, DC in August of 1999.
Upon his retirement from active duty in 1999, he served as President & CEO of the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum, the largest naval museum in the world. LtGen Steele also served as the Associate Vice President for Veterans Research, the Executive Director of Military Partnerships, and Co-Chair of the Veterans Reintegration Steering Committee at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, until his retirement in December of 2016.
LtGen Steele is a graduate of the University of Arkansas where he obtained a BA degree in History (’74) and was recognized as a Distinguished Graduate of the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. He also holds three Masters Degrees from Central Michigan University, Salve Regina College, and the Naval War College.
Married to the former Cynthia Bayliss of Little Rock, Arkansas, they are the parents of three adult children, and have three grandchildren. Their son, David, is a selected Colonel in the Marine Corps having served three tours of combat in Afghanistan.
Lieutenant General George J. Trautman III USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
Lieutenant General George Trautman retired from the Marine Corps in March 2011. During his final military assignment as the Marine Corps Deputy Commandant for Aviation, he oversaw aviation forces consisting of almost 40,000 officers and enlisted Marines and was responsible for developing requirements and transition plans for the delivery of new aircraft, weapons, and aviation command and control systems to the Marine Corps.
After departing military service, he founded G. J. Trautman Enterprises, a defense and aerospace consulting firm dedicated to providing beneficial and insightful guidance to clients in both government and industry. Lieutenant General Trautman learned the importance of core values and the formative impact of education at an early age as the son of a Marine Corps Sergeant Major.
He’s worked on several initiatives to support the educational needs of transitioning military-connected students, including the Joint Venture Education Forum in Hawaii and as a national advisor to the Military Child Education Coalition. A 2009 recipient of the Pennsylvania State University Distinguished Alumni Award, Lieutenant General Trautman was a charter member of the Penn State Vertical Lift Research Center of Excellence Advisory Board for the university’s Department of Aerospace Engineering. Lieutenant General Trautman graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
He later received a Master of Science degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California and Master of Arts degrees in International Relations from Salve Regina University and in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. He is a graduate of the Armed Forces Staff College and has served as a Fellow in residence at the Brookings Institution.
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Lieutenant General George J. Trautman III USMC (Ret.) (FL)
Chairman Emeritus
Lieutenant General George Trautman retired from the Marine Corps in March 2011. During his final military assignment as the Marine Corps Deputy Commandant for Aviation, he oversaw aviation forces consisting of almost 40,000 officers and enlisted Marines and was responsible for developing requirements and transition plans for the delivery of new aircraft, weapons, and aviation command and control systems to the Marine Corps.
After departing military service, he founded G. J. Trautman Enterprises, a defense and aerospace consulting firm dedicated to providing beneficial and insightful guidance to clients in both government and industry. Lieutenant General Trautman learned the importance of core values and the formative impact of education at an early age as the son of a Marine Corps Sergeant Major.
He’s worked on several initiatives to support the educational needs of transitioning military-connected students, including the Joint Venture Education Forum in Hawaii and as a national advisor to the Military Child Education Coalition. A 2009 recipient of the Pennsylvania State University Distinguished Alumni Award, Lieutenant General Trautman was a charter member of the Penn State Vertical Lift Research Center of Excellence Advisory Board for the university’s Department of Aerospace Engineering. Lieutenant General Trautman graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
He later received a Master of Science degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California and Master of Arts degrees in International Relations from Salve Regina University and in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. He is a graduate of the Armed Forces Staff College and has served as a Fellow in residence at the Brookings Institution.
Margaret B. Davis
President Emerita
As President and CEO of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation from 2009-2017, Margaret Davis led the Foundation through nine year of record-setting mission success. Upon retirement from the Foundation, the Board of Directors named her President Emerita, only the second in the Foundation's history.
Prior to the Scholarship Foundation, Margaret's experience spanned a 30-year professional career in nonprofit management, communications, and resource development, as well as almost 20 years of volunteer leadership with Marine Corps Family Readiness programs.
Her work at the civic and national levels included being Associate Dean at Washington National Cathedral and of counsel or on staff with National Children’s Museum, the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, Ravinia Festival, and Northwestern University.
In addition to her years of volunteer family support work with major Marine commands (including Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces Europe, and Marine Corps Mobilization Command), she was awarded the Department of the Navy Superior Public Service Medal in 2008. With a life-long commitment to education and family welfare, Margaret has also served on the boards of Milton Academy, Family Focus, and Chicago Children’s Museum. She is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College.
Margaret is a granddaughter of a WWI Marine Corporal. She and her husband, retired Marine Major General Andrew “Drew” Davis, live in Annapolis, MD.
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Margaret B. Davis
President Emerita
As President and CEO of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation from 2009-2017, Margaret Davis led the Foundation through nine year of record-setting mission success. Upon retirement from the Foundation, the Board of Directors named her President Emerita, only the second in the Foundation's history.
Prior to the Scholarship Foundation, Margaret's experience spanned a 30-year professional career in nonprofit management, communications, and resource development, as well as almost 20 years of volunteer leadership with Marine Corps Family Readiness programs.
Her work at the civic and national levels included being Associate Dean at Washington National Cathedral and of counsel or on staff with National Children’s Museum, the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, Ravinia Festival, and Northwestern University.
In addition to her years of volunteer family support work with major Marine commands (including Marine Forces Reserve, Marine Forces Europe, and Marine Corps Mobilization Command), she was awarded the Department of the Navy Superior Public Service Medal in 2008. With a life-long commitment to education and family welfare, Margaret has also served on the boards of Milton Academy, Family Focus, and Chicago Children’s Museum. She is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College.
Margaret is a granddaughter of a WWI Marine Corporal. She and her husband, retired Marine Major General Andrew “Drew” Davis, live in Annapolis, MD.
Dr. James Weinlader
President Emeritus
Dr. Weinlader has been actively involved with the Foundation since 1977, serving with the Chicago Marine Scholarship Ball committee for seventeen years, and on the Foundation's Board of Directors beginning in 1983.  Jim's dedication culminated in his election as President of the Foundation in 1994, a position he held until the end of 2004.  A retired Marine Corps Reserve colonel, he spent his working career in education, serving for two decades in college teaching and administration and sixteen years with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
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Dr. James Weinlader
President Emeritus
Dr. Weinlader has been actively involved with the Foundation since 1977, serving with the Chicago Marine Scholarship Ball committee for seventeen years, and on the Foundation's Board of Directors beginning in 1983.  Jim's dedication culminated in his election as President of the Foundation in 1994, a position he held until the end of 2004.  A retired Marine Corps Reserve colonel, he spent his working career in education, serving for two decades in college teaching and administration and sixteen years with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.
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