Type Of Business:
Government organization dedicated to the protection of the United States
Expertise:
Weapon systems and automotive repair
Major Product/SVS:
Defense services
Hobbies/Sports:
Fishing; Bowling; Remodeling cars; Target shooting
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Computer Science
Affiliations Awards:
Society of the First Infantry Division; VFW
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of his career was driving along the A6 motorway in Germany at 320 kph in a friend's Porsche 911.
Charity:
National Rifle Association; American Diabetes Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
22
Number Of Years In Current Position:
22
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his knowledge, determination, leadership, and the hard work of his soldiers.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he wanted to further his education while serving in the U.S. Army, and to defend his country.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Powell was also in the automotive industry for eight months. He is a disabled veteran who had been helping spouses of deployed soldiers to maintain personal vehicles. He has taken part in three combat tours, and has received 36 awards and 17 ribbons from the U.S Army.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintaining Bradley Fighting Vehicle weapon systems; Overseeing the recovery section, Bradley section, welding shop, generator shop, and the quality assurance and quality control vehicle inspection station
Education Certifications:
Commercial Driver's License; Automotive Service Excellence Certification; Basic Training, U.S. Army; Advanced Individual Training, U.S. Army; Primary Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army; Basic Non-commissioned Officer Course, U.S. Army
Awards/Honors:
Presidential Unit Citation; Distinguished Graduate, Army Advanced Individual Training School; Certificate of Appreciation, 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army; Key to the City Award, Tecumseh, OK
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Powell hopes to serve at the Tinker Air Force Base.