Blake “Blakewater” Flannery

Blake “Blakewater” Flannery is an experienced Tactical Operations Instructor at Metris Global since September 2021, specializing in combat marksmanship and close quarters battle for the United States Coast Guard. As Chief Executive Officer of Maneuver Training Solutions, LLC, and Primary Instructor at Orion Training Group, Flannery provides expertise in small unit tactics and operational planning, offering training to law enforcement, military personnel, and civilians. Previous roles include CQB Lead Instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group, where Flannery trained Marine Expeditionary Unit detachments, and multiple leadership positions within Force Recon, including Unit Leader and Marine Free Fall Jumpmaster. Flannery's extensive background in reconnaissance training and military operations is supported by a high school diploma from New Canaan High School.