Brian C. Smith, Jr.

Brian C. Smith, Jr. has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Brian began their career with the United States Marine Corps in 1994, where they served as a Marine Aviator and Officer until 2016. During their time with the Marine Corps, they held various roles including Charlie Company and served as a Commanding Officer and MV-22 Pilot for Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261 Reinforced (VMM-261 REIN).

In 2014, Brian joined USSOCOM as a Lieutenant Colonel until 2016. Brian then attended the US Army War College as a Resident Student from 2013 to 2014.

In 2016, Brian transitioned to the civilian sector and joined Frontline Insurance. Brian started as a Senior Business Development Analyst and quickly advanced through various positions such as Risk Mitigation Manager, Director of Claims Operations, and Vice President of Business Development. In August 2018, they became the Senior Vice President of Business Development, and in January 2019, they were promoted to Chief Supporting Services Officer. Prior to these roles, they also served as the Chief Pilot for Frontline Insurance.

Overall, Brian C. Smith, Jr. has demonstrated excellent leadership, aviation, management, and business development skills throughout their extensive career in the United States Marine Corps and in the civilian sector with Frontline Insurance.

Brian C. Smith, Jr.'s education history is as follows:

- From 2013 to 2014, they attended the United States Army War College and obtained a Master's Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies.

- In 2011, they completed the Commander's Course at Marine Corps University.

- In 2009, they attended the Naval Aviation Schools Command and completed the Aviation Maintenance Officer Course.

- From 2003 to 2004, they attended the United States Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School.

- From 1991 to 1994, they attended Wilmington University and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management.

- In 1990 to 1991, they attended the College of Aeronautics for Aviation Maintenance.

In addition to their education, Brian C. Smith, Jr. has obtained various certifications, including a Cirrus Vision Jet SF-50 Type Rating from the Federal Aviation Administration in June 2018, a Single Pilot Certified Type Rating Phenom 300 EMB-505 from the Federal Aviation Administration in August 2016, an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in May 2015, a Commercial Privileges certification for Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL), Powered-Lift, and Instrument Powered-Lift from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in May 2015, an FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator certification from the Federal Communications Commission in April 2015, and a Medical Certificate First Class from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in November 2015.