Investing in the Future of Veterans, Military Spouses, and Currently Serving Military Members
Mission43 is proud to announce the selection of the 5th cohort of the Mission43 Leaders Fellowship. The Fellowship is a highly selective program designed to cultivate and enhance the leadership skills of a diverse group of veterans, military spouses, and currently serving military members who demonstrate exceptional potential and seek personal and professional growth.
The selected 24 Fellows have a combined 386 years of service, 77 deployments, and 124 PCS moves. This impressive group is made up of 9 enlisted, 9 officers, and 6 military spouses. They represent a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and military branches, but they share a common commitment to excellence and service.
“These individuals are exceptional leaders who have already made a significant impact in their military careers, and we are excited to invest in their continued development and growth.” ”
Over the course of the year-long Fellowship, the Fellows will participate in a series of intensive leadership development programs, including a wilderness immersion experience, group development sessions, and networking opportunities with accomplished leaders from across Idaho. Through this program, Mission43 aims to unleash the potential of these individuals and to increase their ability to positively impact the state of Idaho.
"I experienced an abrupt transition from my military career to civilian life myself, and the opportunity to be a Fellow in the first cohort of Mission43's Leaders Fellowship was the seminal event that changed the trajectory of my life as a civilian in Idaho,” said Nelson. “We believe that investing in the leadership potential of veterans, military spouses, and currently serving military members is critical to the success of our communities and our state, and we are honored to support them in their journey."
Mission43 is excited to support this next cohort of the Leaders Fellowship program and looks forward to the positive impact they will have on the great state of Idaho.
MEET THE FELLOWS
Alex Winkler, Boise, a retired Air Force pilot and current Chief Information Officer for the City of Boise.
Amy Gilbert, Caldwell, a military spouse, medical professional, and Education Coordinator for Mission43.
Christina Klitch, Coeur d’Alene, a military spouse and Business Development Program Manager for Idaho Business for Education.
Christopher Collins, Mountain Home, a recently retired Army Ops Research Analyst and combat engineer.
Dan Hingley, Boise, a recently retired Air Force pilot and active community member.
Daryn Colledge, Boise, a former Army Crewman and NFL football player who was recently the Director of the BSU Varsity B Alumni group.
Erik Farner, Boise, a former Reconnaissance Marine and JD Candidate at the University of Idaho.
John Moyle, Boise, a former Air Force Special Operations Combat Controller, and current farm and ranch sales manager.
Joseph Bledsoe, Boise, an active-duty Air Force fighter pilot and Director of Staff.
Justin Haynes, North Carolina, an Army Commander of the Joint Special Operations Command Intelligence Brigade.
Katie Redman, Boise, a military spouse and Senior Program Manager at Amazon.
Kyle Drobny, Northern Idaho, a former Army Armor Crewman currently serving the Department of Justice.
Laurie Smith, Washington D.C., a military spouse and currently a nutritionist and small business owner.
Lindsay Beeson, Boise, a former Naval officer and helicopter pilot who is currently a Senior Exercise Analyst for Dynamis.
Matt Johnson, Moscow, a retired Army Field Artillery Officer and currently the Director of Development at the University of Idaho.
Max Davis, Boise, a former Army special forces medic and currently the Director of Partnerships for AgAmerica.
Michele Bradford, Boise, a military spouse and communications and marketing consultant at Hey Michele B.
Mike Funk, Boise, a retired Air Force Production Superintendent and quality consultant at FUN-Kuality.
Nicole Sims, Emmett, a military spouse, and former sworn law enforcement officer who leads in her community.
Patrick O’Halloran, Post Falls, a retired Airforce Airman and current Director of Special Projects for North Idaho College.
Robert Brown, Nampa, a retired Marine Corps Officer and currently an outdoor guide.
Russell Davis, Boise, a former Navy Electronics Technician and currently a project manager at ESI Construction.
Terrence Kaup, Meridian, an active-duty Air Force Chief Master Sergeant, and active community member.
Tony Liles, Boise, a retired Army Brigade Command Sergeant Major and currently the Organizational Development Senior Manager for the City of Boise.
About Mission43
A lot of people who leave the military don’t know what to do next which is why Mission43 has helped thousands advance to a better quality of life in Idaho after the military. After choosing to serve, veterans and their spouses should have access to the best resources available. Led by a team with over 50 years of combined service, Mission43 has created an environment for men and women to lead, learn, and inspire throughout Idaho, the 43rd state. As an initiative of the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Family Foundation, Mission43 will soon be operating out of the state-of-the-art facility and campus, the Idaho Outdoor Fieldhouse.