Col. Donald “Doc” Ballard – Medal of Honor Recipient

Col. Donald “Doc” Ballard – Medal of Honor Recipient

Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Donald Everett Ballard was trained to keep the Marines he was tasked with protecting alive during the Vietnam War — even at the expense of his own life. Thanks to a lucky explosives malfunction, though, Ballard survived his mission....
Col. Kenneth Cordier – U.S. Air Force (POW, Ret.)

Col. Kenneth Cordier – U.S. Air Force (POW, Ret.)

It is our honor to announce that Colonel Kenneth W. Cordier, USAF (ret.), Former Vietnam Prisoner of War has become a part of the Airpower Foundation Advisory Board team. Kenneth W Cordier has had a distinguished career both in the military and in the private sector....
Capt. TD Smyers – US Navy (Ret.)

Capt. TD Smyers – US Navy (Ret.)

TD Smyers is a career leader with over 30 years of toplevel executive experience across all three major economic sectors. He now leverages his experience as a succession coach and advisor – working with executives to lead boldly, especially those new to the top job...
Mike Elliot – U.S. Army Golden Knights (Ret.)

Mike Elliot – U.S. Army Golden Knights (Ret.)

“Big Mike” Elliott is a combat veteran who had the honor of serving the United States Army for over twenty-six years.  Having served during two combat tours, he developed a passion for people and humanity.  He served his final eleven years in the Army as a...