“I had the privilege of being hired by TD Smyers at United Way of Tarrant County. He is an exceptional leader and truly believes in “team ball” which are his words for supporting his team, respecting their skills and talents and bringing out the best of them by allowing them to do their jobs. Everyone is part of the team. He is adept at working with Boards of Directors and bringing them along to share his vision. The most important lessons I learned from him: to empower your team, seek input from others, be open, allow for mistakes, and move forward by showing your team you trust them. I highly recommend him for executive leadership coaching and team building. ”
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Experience
Education
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United States Naval Academy
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Activities and Societies: Varsity Track four-year letterman and 800m school record holder, 16th Company Commander
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Activities and Societies: Eisenhower School (ICAF), Environment Industry Study, Director of Running Sports
Studied Industry and the Environment alongside other senior US military officers; foreign military leaders and private sector executives. Earned a Masters Degree in National Resource Strategy.
Formerly The Industrial College of the Armed Forces (ICAF), the new name of this institution is The Eisenhower School.
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Advisory Board
Airpower Foundation
- Present 1 year
i18n_veterans
I advise the Board and executive staff on resource acquisition and distribution to Veteran causes.
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Commissioning Chair, Past President
USS Fort Worth (LCS-3) Support Committee
- 10 years
Science and Technology
Created and led civilian involvement in the Commissioning of the US Navy Ship USS Fort Worth (LCS-3); first as the Navy's representative, then as Commissioning Committee Chairman. Subsequently led the continuing crew support effort as Support Committee President and stood up the organization as an independent 501(c)3.
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Past President, Alumni Association
Leadership North Texas
- 5 years
Economic Empowerment
Graduated with the fifth class of Leadership North Texas and led the Alumni Association for two years.
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Steering Committee Member
Blue Zones
- 2 years 6 months
Health
Fort Worth Blue Zones Project Steering Committee
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Assistant Scoutmaster
Boy Scouts of America
- 2 years 1 month
Education
Mentored young men and assisted in operations and program development for Troop 50, Longhorn Council.
Publications
Courses
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LeaderPrime - Leadership Fort Worth
2017
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Leadership North Texas
LNT 5 (2013 - 2014)
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Transformational Leader-Manager
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Honors & Awards
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Nonprofit CEO of the Year
Fort Worth Business Press
Named 2019 Nonprofit CEO of the Year by the Fort Worth Business Press in recognition of leading a historic turnaround in revenue and impact.
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Legion of Merit
Secretary of the Navy
Awarded for exceptionally meritorious performance while in command of Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base.
Organizations
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International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Member
- PresentAs a member in good standing, I adhere to the ICF Code of Ethics.
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Blue Zones Project Fort Worth
Member, Advisory Council
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Leadership North Texas
Past President, Alumni Association and Alumnus, Class 5 (2013 - 2014)
- PresentStudied the impact of regionalism on civic processes and commerce across North Texas. Engaging alumni of this program in sharing regional insights across sectors and industries.
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North Texas Commission
Board of Directors (ex officio)
- PresentEstablished the American Red Cross, North Texas Region, as a member of the Commission and joined the Board of Directors in August 2013.
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North Texas Leaders and Executives Advocating Diversity (LEAD)
Board of Directors
- PresentEstablished the American Red Cross, North Texas Region and the United Way of Tarrant County as LEAD Partner Employers; joined the Board of Directors in July 2013; and continue to serve.
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Fleet Reserve Association
Lifetime Member
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Armed Forces Bowl
Executive Council
- PresentUpon transitioning from the Navy, moved from an ex officio role to an active role on the Executive Council. Created a growing philanthropic partnership between the Bowl and the American Red Cross.
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US Naval Academy Alumni Association of North Texas
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Navy League of the United States, Fort Worth Council
Vice President for USS Fort Worth Support
-Led the Navy League, Fort Worth Council partnership with the crew and families of USS Fort Worth, as the mission moved from commissioning the Ship to continuing support.
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