Staff and Board Members

Meet the dedicated individuals behind Mission Roll Call. Many of our staff and board are veterans or come from military families. They bring a wealth of experience and passion to our mission, driving our initiatives and advocating for veterans with commitment and expertise. Learn more about the leaders who guide our efforts.

Staff

Our Mission Roll Call staff includes passionate professionals, many of whom are veterans or come from military families, working tirelessly to ensure the voices of veterans are heard and their needs are met.

Content Strategy Director

Brittany Myers

With over 15 years of experience in content creation, Brittany Myers is dedicated to amplifying the voices of veterans and their families. The daughter of two Army veterans and sister to two active-duty service members, she brings a passion for compelling storytelling to Mission Roll Call.

Director, Government and Community Relations

Cole Lyle

Cole Lyle, a former U.S. Marine Corps NCO, is the Director of Government and Community Relations at Mission Roll Call. He has advised the VA, the U.S. Senate, and The American Legion. Cole holds degrees from the U.S. Army War College and Texas A&M University.

Director, Development and Partnerships

James Karr

Jim is a 25-year Army and Navy veteran with extensive experience in special operations and intelligence. He passionately advocates for better veteran healthcare, job opportunities, and support, ensuring veterans and their families get the recognition and aid they deserve.

CEO

Jim Whaley

Jim Whaley is a 20-year Army veteran with a deep commitment to advocating for veterans' issues. His extensive experience in both military and civilian leadership roles drives his passion for making a positive impact in the lives of veterans and their families.

Strategic Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy

Mike Desmond

Mike is a 12-year U.S. Army veteran, having served in Special Operations before transitioning to the Intelligence Community, where he continued his service until retiring in 2021. Drawing on his extensive leadership experience, he is dedicated to advocating for veterans and their families, working to drive meaningful and positive improvements in their lives.

Community Development Director

Nate Kinney

With a career spanning over 25 years in corporate retail, small business consulting, and B2B/B2C services, Nate Kinney brings a wealth of experience to supporting local communities. Inspired by his family's military service, Nate's commitment to people drives his efforts to make a meaningful impact through Mission Roll Call.

COO

Ray Whitaker

Ray is a retired Army Sergeant Major with 23 years of distinguished service, including extensive experience in special operations. As a proven leader, Ray has led key operations with notable veteran service organizations, including the USO, bringing a wealth of knowledge and dedication to his role.

Head of Marketing and Communications

Rodger Fuller

Rodger had spent nearly three decades in the tech industry leading marketing, design, and product teams until joining MRC. Having three grandparents and four uncles who served gave him a deep respect for our veterans and he is now focused on impacting them.

Operations Manager

Valerie Bridgham

Valerie is a retired Army Warrant Officer, serving as a logistician for over 22 years and supporting several operations throughout the world. Now her focus is supporting our Veterans and their families, helping to remove the obstacles she’s encountered during retirement.

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