Ta'Wone White has extensive work experience in the military, particularly in the field of aviation maintenance. Ta'Wone has served in various roles and positions throughout their career, starting as an Aircraft Mechanic and Crew Chief in the US Army from 2004 to 2009.
In 2011, Ta'Wone White joined the US Army again and worked as an ACFT Maintenance Instructor/Writer, responsible for developing lesson plans and training materials for Aviation Maintenance Soldiers. Ta'Wone held this position until 2014.
After that, Ta'Wone White served as a Platoon Sergeant, managing training, combat readiness, and professional development of soldiers and their families. Ta'Wone also mentored NCOs within the unit, maintained accountability of aircraft and aviation equipment, and assumed the duties of the Company 1SG.
From 2015 to 2016, Ta'Wone White worked as a Maintenance Platoon Sergeant, overseeing the maintenance program for AH-64D Apache Helicopters and supporting split-base missions. Ta'Wone then served as a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, advising the Brigade Commander on SHARP issues and coordinating sexual assault responses.
In 2017, Ta'Wone White became a Senior Aviation Operations NCO, providing operational management and tracking of routine and emergency events. Ta'Wone also served as a Senior Aviation Operations NCO and managed the training, combat readiness, and professional development of officers and NCOs.
From 2018 to 2019, Ta'Wone White served as a First Sergeant, managing administrative and training records, supervising company preparation for inspections, and mentoring NCOs and officers. Ta'Wone then worked as a Production Control NCOIC, managing aviation maintenance production and implementing necessary solutions to reduce costs.
In 2020, Ta'Wone White became a Senior Aviation Operations NCOIC, coordinating humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. From 2021 to 2023, they served as a First Sergeant, interpreting procedures, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, and providing strategic performance directives.
Most recently, Ta'Wone White worked as a Mission Command System Trainer, planning and delivering mission command training and providing analytical and technical support to projects. Ta'Wone also monitored training and modified scenarios to achieve customer objectives.
Throughout their career, Ta'Wone White has demonstrated strong leadership, expertise in aviation maintenance, and a commitment to personnel development and safety.
Ta'Wone White has a comprehensive education history. Ta'Wone obtained a Master of Science in Management with a focus in Organizational Leadership from Excelsior University. Ta'Wone completed this degree in 2021. Before that, they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Liberal Studies, with an Administration and Management Concentration, from the same institution from 2011 to 2014. Prior to their bachelor's degree, Ta'Wone attended Central Texas College and earned an Associate of Arts in General Studies from 2008 to 2011.
Additionally, Ta'Wone has obtained various certifications throughout their education and career. Ta'Wone became a Demonstrated Senior Logistician through the International Society of Logistics in February 2014. In May 2012, they became a Certified Universal Technician, both through the US Environmental Protection Agency and the United States Department of Defense. In September 2010, they obtained a GMDSS Radio Maintainer's License and a General Radiotelephone Operator License from the Federal Communications Commission. Furthermore, Ta'Wone acquired a State of North Carolina Notary Public certification in August 2021. Finally, they hold a Certified Department of Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Level I certification, although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.
May, 2023 - present