The Dixon Center / Operation College Promise
Wendy Lang is the senior advisor for policy and research (military and veteran services) with the Dixon Center and is the founder of Operation College Promise, a national leader in veteran student success, whose policy, training, and research initiatives have transformed how higher education supports military learners.
PsychArmor
Jenna Pryor, VP of Partnerships with PsychArmor, draws on her experience as a military kid and social worker to design and lead national partnerships that strengthen systems of support for service members, veterans, and their families through education and training.
Military Officers Association of America
John Regni is a retired Air Force Lieutenant General and strategic consultant with decades of leadership in education, defense, and public service.
Active Duty
Brandon Smart is a Marine Corps leader, strategic innovator, and agile trainer whose work in policy, technology, and leadership development has shaped education and innovation across the Department of Defense.
50strong
Kandi Tillman is a mission-driven leader and founder of 50strong, leveraging 20+ years in corporate strategy and a personal commitment to the military community to bridge employers and higher education in building military-ready workforces.
Former SEAC
John Troxell is the 3rd SEAC and founder of PME Hard Consulting, continuing to serve the military community through leadership training and advocacy.
VA's Advisory Committee on Women Veterans
Wanda Wright is a retired Colonel and Director at Arizona State University, leading veteran and military academic engagement and policy initiatives.
Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Education
Mick Zais is a retired Brigadier General and former Deputy Secretary of Education with a lifelong commitment to military service and educational leadership.