I am a veteran of the United States Army, where I retired as a Sergeant Major. I was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi where I graduated from Clarksdale High School. I am married to Jacquelyn Meeks of Clarksdale, MS and have two daughters, Andrea and Brianna. My military background consists of 23 years in various leadership roles in the United States Army. I have held all leadership positions throughout the military. I have completed all the military leadership courses to include a graduate of the United States Army Sergeant Major Academy Class # 59. I have served as an Adjunct Professor for 6 years teaching numerous leadership, management and process improvement courses from high school to graduate school. I enjoy running, reading, and visiting amusement parks. I am proud to say that I have visited all of Disney locations (Disneyland in California, Paris, Tokyo and Disneyworld in Florida) except Hong Kong which is currently on my bucket list.
Academic Achievement Doctorate in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Master of Arts in Organizational Management Master’s Certificate in Project Management Master’s Certificate in Business Analysis Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Certified Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma
Professional Organizations American Society for Quality Project Management Institute Alpha Phi Alpha Inc. Life Member Ancient Egyptian Arabi Order Nobles Mystic Shrine North and South America Inc. Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, P.H.A Southern Jurisdiction Knights of The York Cross of Honor P.H.A. Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Oklahoma F & A.M.