A retired military officer with more than three decades of service, Col. Reese Turner (Ret.) is the co-creator of Boots2Lead, a seven week leadership boot camp designed to instill 14 principles of leadership, while experiencing the physical and mental rigors of a military-type boot camp workout, coupled with learning 7 principles in fitness, at Proformance Health & Well-Being in Louisville, Kentucky. He is also an indoor cycling instructor where he motivates up to 50 riders at one time to push themselves physically and mentally, for both CycleBar locations in Louisville, Kentucky. Additionally, Col. Reese Turner is a longtime member of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). MOAA provides many support services to military members and their families. One of the most important is the MOAA Educational Assistance Program and Scholarship Fund, which helps children of military members fund their undergraduate education through scholarships and loans with no interest. The fund has been in place for more than 70 years, and is made possible through donations from corporate partners, MOAA members, and fundraising events.One such event is the Jeff Peck Memorial Golf Classic in Clifton, Virginia. In 2019, the annual function brought in $70,000 to help provide for scholarships and loans through the program.To find out more about the awards or to apply, visit moaa.org/education.
Col(R) Reese Turner spent more than 30 years in various leadership roles in the United States Army, including his most recent role as an executive director and division chief. He also has experience in the public sector, recently serving as the vice president of skills at Interapt, a mobile and web application development company in Louisville, Kentucky. Beyond his military and professional experience, Col (R) Reese Turner supports philanthropic organizations such as Boys and Girls Haven of Louisville.Boys and Girls Haven was established by Father James C. Maloney in the 1940s to serve Louisville’s children in need. Today, the organization provides programs in areas of in-home foster care, residential foster care, transitional living, independence readiness, and Haven Family Services.Support through Haven Family Services, which functions as the organization’s preventative wing, is available to children and families with children, particularly children at risk of hospitalization or out-of-home care due to mental health or behavioral issues. The program’s services include counseling for individuals and families, extensive medical support, and case management support. In addition, families can access outpatient substance abuse treatment through Haven Family Services.To learn more about the services of Boys and Girls Haven, visit www.boysandgirlshaven.org.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
