Michael Wood
About Michael Wood
Michael Wood is a Trainer/Instructor IV at Tapestry Solutions, with extensive experience in the U.S. Army, including roles as Battalion Operations Officer and Recruiting Company Commander. He has a strong educational background in military science and physics, and specializes in training operations for U.S. Army, Joint, and NATO environments.
Current Role at Tapestry Solutions
Michael Wood has been serving as a Trainer/Instructor IV at Tapestry Solutions since 2018. His role is based in Grafenwöhr, Bavaria, Germany. In this position, he is responsible for developing and executing training programs for operations within U.S. Army, Joint, or NATO environments. His focus includes various warfighting functions and the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
Military Experience and Leadership
Michael Wood has extensive military experience, having served in various capacities within the U.S. Army. He held the position of Battalion Operations Officer (Major) from 2010 to 2012, where he operated in Fort Drum, NY, and Afghanistan. His previous roles include US Army Recruiting Company Commander and Transition Team Chief, among others. His military career spans from 1993 to 2013, with significant leadership responsibilities in training and operations.
Education and Professional Development
Michael Wood's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Mississippi College and a Master of Science in Physics from the University of Pittsburgh. He has also completed several military training programs, including the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course and the Command and General Staff College. His studies have focused on military operations, leadership, and decision-making processes.
Training and Scenario Development Expertise
In his current and previous roles, Michael Wood has been responsible for scenario development that includes Corps level orders for both U.S. and NATO forces. He develops and executes training for various military operations, focusing on areas such as ADP 3-0 Operations and ADP 5-0 The Operations Process. His expertise extends to after-action review products and assessments for staff training and exercises.
Notable Military Assignments
Throughout his military career, Michael Wood has held various significant positions, including Observer, Coach/Trainer, and Operations and Plans Officer. He has been involved in exercise planning and has provided coverage for units such as the 41st Field Artillery Brigade and the 197th Field Artillery Brigade. His experience encompasses both domestic and international assignments, including deployments in Afghanistan and service in Germany.