Jason was born and currently resides in Newport News, Virginia and is a single father to a five-year-old daughter. He is a decorated United States Army Combat Veteran, an elite OCR athlete, and a PhD student.
Growing up he played several sports through high school and went on to receive a football scholarship at the University of the Cumberlands, playing Defensive Back and Wide Receiver. Upon graduation, Jason was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army.
He was a decorated officer during his seven years of active duty that included three combat tours in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His awards and decorations include:
- 2 Bronze Star Medals
- The Meritorious Service Medal
- The Army Commendation Medal
- The Combat Action Badge for being actively engaged in direct combat with an enemy
- The Parachutist Badge or Jump Wings (Airborne).
He was also inducted into the Military Order of Saint Christopher and was named the 2009 Transportation Corps Regimental Officer of the Year.
In 2011, Jason completed his service in the Army and began working as a Department of Defense contractor while also continuing his educational pursuits.
In 2013, he received his Master’s Degree in Disaster Relief Logistics and is currently pursuing his Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Leadership. When he’s not at work, spending quality time with his daughter, or doing research for his PhD, Jason can be found in the gym, on the trails, or looking for his next OCR race.
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