Chris Barron
About Chris Barron
Chris Barron serves as the Engineer Battalion Coach for the JRTC Leader Training Program at Valiant Integrated Services and has extensive military leadership experience, including a 26-year career in the United States Army. He also works as a Senior Consultant at GEI Consultants, Inc., bringing strong skills in public communications and organizational planning to his roles.
Work at Integrated Services
Chris Barron has been serving as the Engineer Battalion Coach for the JRTC Leader Training Program at Valiant Integrated Services since 2018. In this role, he utilizes his extensive military leadership experience to coach and mentor emerging leaders. His responsibilities include planning and resourcing for organizational growth, which is essential for developing talent within the program. Barron’s strong skills in public communications and outreach enhance his effectiveness in this position.
Current Role at GEI Consultants, Inc.
Since 2019, Chris Barron has held the position of Senior Consultant at GEI Consultants, Inc. In this capacity, he applies his engineering expertise and leadership skills to provide consulting services. His background in military operations and team leadership informs his approach to problem-solving and project management within the consulting environment.
Military Leadership Experience
Chris Barron is a 26-year veteran of the United States Army, where he held various leadership roles. His experience includes serving as the District Commander for the US Army Corps of Engineers from 2014 to 2017 and as the Director of the Counter Explosive Hazards Center from 2011 to 2013. He also commanded the 7th Engineer Battalion from 2008 to 2010. His military career has equipped him with extensive experience in leading multifunctional teams in complex environments.
Education and Expertise
Chris Barron earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. He furthered his education by completing a Master of Arts in Military Operational Arts & Science at the USAF Air Command and Staff College in 2003. Additionally, he was a US Army War College Fellow at Queen's University, focusing on the Centre for International and Defence Policy from 2013 to 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in military operations and engineering.
Previous Positions and Contributions
Prior to his current roles, Chris Barron worked in various capacities that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Visiting Defense Fellow at Queen's University for 11 months and as a Senior Regulatory Specialist at Normandeau Associates, Inc. from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at the US Army included roles as an Engineer Officer and Engineer Division Chief, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of military engineering and leadership.