Center for Creative Leadership's Coaching Services

Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Col. (R) Reese Turner is a trainer at ProFormance Health & Well-Being and an indoor cycling instructor at Cyclebar. While serving in the Army, Col. (R) Reese Turner was afforded the opportunity, along with only a select few fellow senior officers, to attend and complete the executive leadership program at the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL).

Operating from 12 offices around the world, CCL has provided education programs in leadership development for almost 50 years, during which time it has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies. CCL offers coaching services as part of the company’s research and education efforts and considers coaching as one of the most effective ways to support leadership development within organizations.

CCL’s coaching services are designed for individuals and groups and are facilitated coaches who have a variety of professional backgrounds and expertise in different industries. Coaching services offered through CCL are flexible, tailored to meet the specific needs of organizations, and designed to be integrated as part of organizations’ leadership development initiatives. Coaches with CCL complete rigorous training and are continuously monitored to ensure they are providing maximal value to their clients.

The 2019 MOAA Military and Veteran Networking Forum

As the vice president of skills with Interapt in Louisville, Kentucky, Col. Reese Turner leads a diverse team of IT professionals and provides comprehensive IT project management. He formerly led military personnel as a colonel in the U.S. Army. Col. Reese Turner continues to support his fellow veterans and enlisted service members as a member of the Military Officers Association of America.

The largest professional group of military officers in the United States, the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) supports strong national defense and advocates for military officers and their families at all career phases and stages. As part of these efforts, MOAA sponsors its annual Military and Veteran Networking Forum.

The 2019 MOAA Military and Veteran Networking Forum will take place on September 19, 2019, at the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. MOAA has designed this event to help active service members, veterans, and military spouses network with executives, human resource professionals, and other key representatives of leading companies with military-friendly reputations.

How Women Veterans Can Overcome Challenges of Civilian Workforce

A retired army officer, Col. Reese Turner spent almost three decades in the U.S. Army. Now the vice president of skills at Interapt in Kentucky, Col. Reese Turner looks forward to assisting veterans, including women veterans, transition to civilian life as part of the Interapt skills program.

The fastest growing segment of the military is women. They comprise 14 percent of military forces in active duty and 9 percent of veterans. To date, over 280,000 women have been deployed in conflict areas in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the number of women veterans is expected to double by 2045.

Despite their growing contribution to the security of the country, however, women veterans are still facing challenges joining the job market. On top of the challenges that all veterans face like difficulty using military skills in the workplace and exaggerated concerns about post-traumatic stress disorder, women veterans face additional challenges like gender stereotypes, the wage gap, and difficulty balancing work and caregiving responsibilities. All these make their transition that much harder. 

For women transitioning into the civilian job market, there are a number of helpful coping tips. First, seek employment in firms that value veterans. These can be found through sites like militaryfriendly.com or through references from other women veterans. Research potential employers before applying to find out about their internal policies and any assistance programs they have for veterans. Second, learn to leverage military skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership to advance your career. Last, build a strong professional network, including a woman veteran mentor, to help with your job search and career progression.

City of Refuge Provides Mercy Care

The Vice President of Skills at Interapt in Louisville, Kentucky, Col. Reese Turner, who has led units in the United States Army for nearly three decades, leads a team of 15 people that provide a proven workforce development program in information technology that empowers people with the technical, business and life skills needed by today’s employers. Interapt and Col. Reese Turner support organizations such as City of Refuge in Atlanta, dedicated to providing opportunities through technology to transform the lives of those selected for the program and empower them to positively impact their lives and their community.

For more than 21 years, the City of Refuge has pioneered programs for social renewal, assisting numerous people who are living beneath the federal poverty line. The organization partners with other local groups to further its reach. For example, its Mercy Care program involves a partnership with the local Saint Joseph Health System.

Mercy Care provides medical care, including vision and dental services, to thousands of individuals each year. Patients can also receive mental health care through the program. Mercy Care strives to carry on the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy by bringing hope and compassion to each patient.

CycleBar Offers Multi-Sensory Riding Experience with Statistics

Recently retired from the U.S. Army where he served in several executive positions at, most recently at Fort Knox, Kentucky, COL Reese Turner, retired, now works in the IT field as the Vice President of Skills for the IT firm Interapt in Louisville. A believer in the importance of coaching, teaching, and mentoring, COL Reese Turner, retired, also teaches at CycleBar in Louisville, which gives him the opportunity to continue inspiring people in a class of as many as 50 people.

A company dedicated to premium indoor cycling, CycleBar offers a variety of classes and other experiences for new and experienced riders. Its Cycle Theater provides an immersive experience with the latest technology in audio, lighting, and video.

The Cycle Theater can host as many as 50 custom indoor bikes on its multi-tiered levels. Other features range from personal data monitoring equipment to two enormous flat-screen TVs.

In order to supplement riders' experience in the Cycle Theater, CycleBar offers additional programs such as CycleStats, which keeps track of key fitness statistics such as RPM and calories burned. CycleStats then sends the day's stats to riders by email to assist them in tracking their workout goals.

Louisville Urban League Prepares Students for College Education

The recipient of a master’s degree in strategic studies from U.S. Army War College, Col. Reese Turner has held various leadership positions throughout his career in the United States Army. For the past two years, Col. Reese Turner has performed his military duties stationed at Fort Knox, while concurrently serving on three non-profit boards in Louisville and being an avid supporter of many others in the Louisville community to include the Louisville Urban League.

An interracial community service organization, the Louisville Urban League advocates for social and economic equality for African-Americans and other disadvantaged groups of people. Working with community leaders, public officials, and business professionals, the organization promotes racial harmony in various areas of life, including education.

One of the Louisville Urban League’s education programs is the Project Ready Program. This out-of-school youth development and education program seeks to assist students in their preparation and transition from high school to college. Project Ready prepares the youth through college and career exploration, individual goal planning, academic enrichment, and leadership development.

Through the guidance of the Individual College Development Plan (ICDP), the curriculum focuses on improving students’ life skills, communication skills, and leadership skills. Through these efforts, the program aims to empower students and teach them resilience and success in life and academics.

MOAA Military Spouse Program Earns Prestigious Award

The recipient of a bachelor's degree in engineering management from West Point and a master's degree in strategic studies from the U.S. Army War College, Col. Reese Turner is an experienced United States Army officer who serves as executive director at Fort Knox and strategic advisor to the director of enlisted assignments for the Operations Support Division. Supplementing his experience, Col. Reese Turner holds a lifetime membership with the Military Officers Association of American (MOAA).

The MOAA has been working diligently to improve employment opportunities for spouses of military members over the past few years, and its flagship MOAA Military Spouse Professional Development program was recognized in that regard. The program recently earned the prestigious "Power of A" Silver Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its "Keeping a Career on the Move" symposia series and social media platform, both of which focus on the career transition of spouses of service members. The honor comes six years after the MOAA Career Transition program earned ASAE's highest national honor, the ASAE Summit Award.

The "Keeping a Career on the Move" initiative was launched following a 2014 study commissioned with the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University that found there was a 20 percent unemployment rate among military spouses who wanted to work. The study also uncovered an underemployment rate of more than 90 percent given the spouses' experience and education. The symposia series has been able to expand and offer one-day seminars throughout the United States and overseas thanks to funding support from USAA and a collaboration with the Hiring Our Heroes program founded by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

The Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii

Col Morris Reese Turner, currently a Support Division Chief at the Army’s Human Resource Command in Fort Knox Kentucky, has nearly three decades of experience serving in the United States Army. Early in his career, Col Reese Turner was stationed at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. While there, he enjoyed many of the beautiful sites and the magnificent culture of our nation’s 50th state.

Hundreds of years ago, Polynesians from the Marquesas Islands and later from Tahiti settled in Hawaii. As time marched into the 20th century, Mormon missionaries David McKay and Matthew Cowley recognized that Polynesian culture was becoming diluted and forgotten. In an effort to preserve these beautiful cultures, they started an annual production called “Polynesian Panoramas” on the island of Oahu, which showcased elements of many of these island cultures. In 1963, with the purchase and development of land on the North Shore, the annual shows became an important tradition of the new Polynesian Cultural Center.

The Polynesian Cultural Center offers visitors an opportunity to experience the unique traditions of six islands in the South Pacific: Tonga, Tahiti, Hawaii, Fiji, Aotearoa, and Samoa. When exploring each of the six islands’ historical villages, visitors can experience each culture by listening to music, learning history, and participating in traditional games and activities.

Guests of the Polynesian Cultural Center can also participate in the award-winning Ali’i Luau. At the luau, guests witness a royal celebration of Hawaii’s heritage. Delicious, authentic Hawaiian food such as steamed tropical fish, shoyu glazed chicken, and teriyaki marinated strip loin are included on the menu.

The Polynesian Cultural Center is one of Hawaii’s most popular attractions and gives visitors rich and authentic insight into the cultures of the Pacific.

The MOAA’s Three Membership Types

An officer with the United States Army, Col. Morris Reese Turner has a proven track record of inspiring others. Through his more than 20-year career, he has held such roles as commander at the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute, battalion commander at Fort Bragg, and brigade deputy commander at Fort Sill. Col. Reese Turner also belongs to the MOAA.

The Military Officer Association of America (MOAA), the largest association of military officers in the United States, maintains three types of membership that each offer a variety of benefits. These three membership types are briefly described below:

- Basic: an electronic, no-fee membership designed for junior officers, the MOAA basic membership gives individuals the chance to participate in career fairs and various networking opportunities. Members also receive travel and product discounts and newsletters.

- Premium: available in one, two, or three year subscriptions, premium membership starts at $40 and offers the same benefits as basic memberships. It also includes all of the MOAA’s career resources and exclusive publications, along with access to scholarships and financial advice.

- Life: the most elite membership option, life membership varies in cost depending on age and includes all benefits of the other membership types. However, it does include several exclusive benefits such as the option to waive Army and Navy Club fees and extra travel rewards.

When to Visit Jamaica

Col. Morris Reese Turner is a dedicated United States Army officer and has held various staff and command positions over the course of nearly three decades. He has earned several awards and decorations such as the Combat Action Badge and two Bronze Star medals. An avid traveler, one of Col. Reese Turner’s favorite places to visit is Jamaica.

Although temperatures in Jamaica hover between the 70s and 80s throughout the year, the country still has high and low tourist seasons. High season generally lasts from January through March. During these months, temperatures are breezy and warm. Hurricane season is also over by this time, so rainfall is at its lowest. Due to the popularity of visiting during this time, both crowds and costs are large.

Much of the rest of the year sees fewer tourists and cheaper prices, but weather can be a strong deterrent depending on the month. From July to September, rainfall steadily increases and many attractions and hotels close. However, rates are often lowest during these months because tourism follows a steep decline. Between April and June the country also experiences increased rain. However, it is often more manageable, so most hotels stay open and offer extra deals.

Perhaps the best time to visit Jamaica is from October to December. Although rainfall normally reaches its peak in October, the Caribbean hurricane season begins to calm down during these months. Most resorts maintain low prices because of the continued risk of rain, but the risk is quite low and many travelers enjoy clear skies and average temperatures during this time. Unfortunately, some hotel services are reduced and hotels may be undergoing repairs.