Norfolk Academy
Christopher Watson serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Pharos Hospitality since November 2015, leveraging extensive experience in organizational transformation and management consulting from a previous role at Booz Allen Hamilton. With a notable military career, Christopher held the position of Commanding Officer for the 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion in the United States Marine Corps from October 2015 to October 2017 and progressed through various significant roles, including Battalion Executive Officer and Battalion Operations Officer. Christopher's leadership in complex training and operational initiatives has resulted in improved performance and enhanced organizational efficacy within military units. Academic credentials include an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Washington and Lee University.
Norfolk Academy
Norfolk Academy is an independent co-educational day school serving Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth and Suffolk, Virginia. Founded in 1728, the school's most important tradition is the student-led Honor System.