JC Glick serves as the Chief Executive Officer of The COMMIT Foundation. JC brings with him a wealth of experience as a leadership consultant and career Army officer and is driven by a deep commitment to supporting veterans in their transition journey. Since transitioning from 20 years of military service in 2015, J.C. has been a founder and partner of two leadership companies, where his clients included Fortune 500 companies, international non-profit organizations, government agencies, the NFL, numerous NFL and NBA teams, and multiple NCAA programs. Over the course of his Army career, JC spent over seven years in the Ranger regiment, serving in two Ranger Battalions as well as Regimental Headquarters, participating in the Best Ranger Competition twice, and has over seven and a half years of command time with 11 combat deployments and numerous operational deployments around the world. JC is the author of two books, including A Light in the Darkness: Leadership Development for the Unknown. In 2017, he was selected as a TEDX Speaker and delivered Rethinking Leadership at TEDX Hammond. JC is also an adjunct professor at St. John’s University in Queens, New York. He holds degrees from the University of Rhode Island and the Naval War College and is a doctoral candidate at Columbia University. JC is also a Liberty Fellow, part of the Aspen Institute.

Margaret Riley serves as the Chief Operating Officer with The COMMIT Foundation. Margaret brings with her over 18 years of legal, military, and veteran nonprofit experience. In this position, she is responsible for the operational and strategic leadership of The COMMIT Foundation and guides key organizational initiatives and performance outcomes. Before joining The COMMIT Foundation, Margaret worked with PsychArmor Institute as the External Relations Director and Wounded Warrior Project as the Community Partnerships and Investments Director. Additionally, she has worked in higher education at the University Of Southern California, Center of Innovation and Research for Veterans and Military Families (CIR) and Chapman University AMVETS Legal Clinic. Margaret has also worked with the Illinois Attorney General’s Office in Military and Veterans Rights. Margaret earned her bachelor’s degree from Clemson University and her law degree from California Western School of Law. Upon graduation from law school, she joined the U.S. Army as a direct commission and served as a JAG officer with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). Originally from Long Island, NY, Margaret now lives in Jacksonville, FL with her twin sons.

Alex is the Director of Veteran Services at The COMMIT Foundation, where she supports service members, spouses, and their families throughout their transition journeys from military to civilian life. Before joining The COMMIT Foundation, Alex worked for another non-profit veteran organization and, prior to that, served four years as a Nuclear Missiles Officer, developing critical leadership and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments. Alex earned her undergraduate degree in Community Health from The University of Texas at San Antonio, where they cultivated a passion for supporting communities and advocating for holistic well-being. In her role at COMMIT, she is dedicated to ensuring veterans and their families receive the guidance, resources, and personalized support they need during their transition process. Residing in Texas with her husband and two daughters, Alex is deeply committed to empowering the veteran community. She enjoys balancing a fulfilling career with family life, always ensuring her dedication to veterans remains a top priority.

Adrianne Huls joins The COMMIT Foundation with over 20 years of professional experience working in military command structure, higher education and non-profit sectors. Placing emphasis on service to the whole person, she feels that communication with authenticity is key to helping others. She received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from East Carolina University focusing on Interpersonal Communication (undergraduate) and Strategic Communication (graduate), as well as a graduate certificate in Military and Civilian Trauma Studies. She is a proud retired USMC spouse after twenty-two years of faithful service, and recognizes the importance of transition for the whole unit. Adrianne was born in Virginia, has two adult children, and currently resides in North Carolina with her husband, where they enjoy RVing, watching and playing sports.

Kristen Lauerman is a development professional with extensive frontline experience. She has raised critical support for large nonprofits in the arts and higher education sectors. Kristen has expertise in major gifts, annual giving, volunteer management, and event planning. Kristen believes that successful fundraising goes beyond the transactional. She collaborates with donors to explore their passions and finds opportunities for them to fulfill their philanthropic goals. She works to build strong, personal relationships with donors so they can have a life-long connection and relationship with the organization. Kristen holds an MFA in Film Studies from Boston University and an MS in Nonprofit Management from Simmons College. A former film curator and educator, Kristen has established herself as a high-energy, creative, and results-driven fundraiser who enjoys telling a great story. A Coast Guard spouse, Kristen lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with her husband and two children.

Born and raised in central New York, Reggie joined the U.S. Navy shortly after High School and had a celebrated career spanning over 23 years. His worldwide military tours culminated with his final assignment as the Master Chief for Fleet Electronic Warfare for Headquarters, Pacific Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. After retiring in September 2016, Reggie’s desire to support transitioning veterans coupled with his own post-military hurdles found him in the classroom for nearly three years, assisting veterans with their military transitions. Reggie joined the COMMIT Foundation team in January 2020 and further realized his flow state involves helping people, a passion in his life. He is a true believer in the power of belief, building & cultivating deep connections, and surrounding yourself with a like-minded tribe. Reggie holds a degree from Brandman University and is a proud member of The John Maxwell Leadership Team. He is an avid sports fan and lover of the outdoors and currently lives in the beautiful and sometimes sunny Pacific Northwest.

Michele Olive is the Vice President of Alumni Engagement with the COMMIT Foundation. She brings her expertise in clinical counseling and a wealth of leadership development experience in both the military and civilian sectors. She has assisted military members and their families as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 15 years. Michele uses her training in assessments and her knowledge of high performing teams to help others achieve their goals. A native of Virginia, she received her Masters degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University and her undergraduate degree from Longwood University. She shares COMMIT’s passion to connect transitioning veterans with opportunities that match their caliber of talent and vision. Michele and her husband Joel enjoy the sunshine and lots of baseball in Virginia Beach with their three sons and two dogs.

Prior to joining the COMMIT Foundation, Brian Rauch served from 2009 through 2015 as a Chaplain in the United States Air Force Reserves. His civilian career experience involved working software development for Palm Inc, HP Global, IT Consulting, Check-6 Inc, and PFL. During the 2012 national elections, Brian ran IT and Data Analytics for a US Congressman’s bid for the US Senate. More recently, he is a leading member of Salesforce’s Military Trailhead program where he actively trains and helps veterans learn the Salesforce platform. Brian also runs local Salesforce education and community groups. He attended the University of Montana for his undergrad in Information Systems, and Liberty University for a double Master’s in Military Chaplaincy and Theology. He enjoys small town Montana with his two young daughters.

Prior to joining The COMMIT Foundation, Tanya served more than 20 years as a military officer, working throughout Europe and Asia. She has a myriad of experience in both public and private sectors as a program manager and strategic thinker. Tanya met her husband in the Army and has lived through the challenges of transitioning from the military; Tanya was inspired by the mission of COMMIT and is excited to join the team. Her service extends to the community as well as she is an elected trustee on the Bozeman Public School Board and a Stephen Leader in the United Methodist Church. Tanya earned her MPA from the University of Oklahoma and her bachelors from Montana State University. She lives in Bozeman and has two children in college.

Meagan Thrift brings over 20 years of experience in the career counseling field to COMMIT, including work in higher education, private sector, government services and independent contracting. As a Nationally Certified Counselor, she has worked with students, civilians, transitioning military and military spouses in all aspects of career transition. She holds two graduate degrees in counseling with a specialization in career counseling from Florida State University. With more than 17 years as a military spouse to a recently retired special operations officer, Meagan understands the military transition process both personally and professionally. She is a native of Louisiana and now calls Virginia Beach home with her husband and three kids.

Lisa Vargas is based in Miami, Florida, and is the spouse of an active-duty service member. She has two children, ages 11 and 5. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Lisa's experience as a military spouse has taught her resilience, adaptability, and the ability to thrive under pressure. She has lived all around the country, including in Washington, Virginia, and California. Professionally, Lisa is an expert in time management and organizing complex schedules. She was a teacher for 10 years, during which she developed a keen ability to learn quickly, adapt to diverse environments, and demonstrate strong leadership. Throughout her career, she has honed her skills as a capable and consistent problem-solver, excelling in prioritizing and managing projects efficiently. Lisa is QuickBooks certified and is currently pursuing additional certifications to become SHRM certified. She is also advancing her education by working towards a master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. In the future, Lisa aims to leverage her extensive experience and education to become a leader in organizational development, helping companies optimize their workforce and improve productivity. She is passionate about creating supportive work environments and aspires to mentor other military spouses in their professional journeys.