ABOUT ME:

Brent brings his leadership skills to Patriots’ Pride with a deep understanding of the military community with his dedication now to provide opportunities for qualified veterans to build successful careers in the civilian community. He insists on being the first point of engagement with veterans who may be interested in becoming their own boss and building a business that helps them achieve their goals and dreams.

Brent served 21 years in The United States Army, beginning his career (as did our CEO Jud Simpson) in the elite and legendary 75th Ranger Regiment. Recognized by the SOCOM Commander General Downing for his excellence, Brent was sent to flight school, eventually retiring as Chief Warrant Officer 4 flying Kiowa Warriors OH-58D® Helicopters with over 4,000 hours, most of which were night operations flying by instrument panel navigation through Night Vision Goggles (NVGS) while communicating with Tactical Operations Centers (TOC) and troops on the ground. 

During his service, Brent deployed 7 times overseas, including tours in Kuwait, Iraq, Bosnia and several other non-combat roles. He was deployed to Bosnia with the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) working alongside Delta Force and Seal Team Six as part of a Combined-Joint Special Operations Task Force (CJSOTF). During this Operation to catch war criminals flying more than 400 hours, he was part of the team that captured Serbia’s Slobodan Milosevic. As part of Operation Iraqi Freedom Brent flew over 1000 hours and receiving two Air Medals, The Order of St Michael and the Army Commendation Medal with “V” device for his many combat operations and Air Mission Commander roles while serving. Brent suffered a catastrophic helicopter crash in Iraq and sustained head to toe injuries, requiring more than 14 surgeries and years of rehab and recovery.

During his decorated career, Brent learned how to work with a Chain of Command and communicate with every level, from an Army Private to Four Star Generals, Pentagon personnel, Dignitaries, and Heads of State. He served as a Helicopter Standardization Instructor Pilot, Teaching and Instructing Warrant Officers at every level. He has extensive International Business experience from his time in the military and as a civilian working as a Comptroller, Supply Officer, Logistics Coordinator, and Senior Level Program Executive in Acquisitions working closely with Government and Non-Government Organizations (NGO’s).