Jim Wong
Chairman of the Board at National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. aka REBOOT- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Lynn Lowder
Jim Wong is a remarkable man who authentically cares about others' circumstances and gets involved personally to improve their lives. He is a rare blend of keen intellect, relentless work ethic, solid common sense, and astute goal-driven vision. I have known him well since our days together in Marine Corps boot camp 53 years ago. Since then, I have watched him repeatedly excel in numerous, varied settings to include: his stellar service to our nation as a Marine "Mustang" (ex-enlisted) officer and combat veteran, his many successes in leading both for-profit and non-profit businesses, and his national acclaim as a tireless advocate for entrepreneurial opportunities on behalf of our military veterans and military spouses. In the process of accomplishing so much, Jim has devoted countless hours in counseling and mentoring others seeking to find their "lane in life." I know of no one who has helped so many, so well, in this regard. He is an asset and force-multiplier to all who know him and a true Marine brother "to the core."
Gary Singleton
Jim served on the Heartspring Board of Trustees for ten years and was Chair of the Board for three consecutive years. Even before assuming the role of Board Chair, Jim was an informal leader among his fellow Board members, and he was an inspiration for staff and management. His concern for children and staff was always foremost, and his global experience and mindset were critical for our development of international outreach programs. Jim is a strategic thinker that challenges others to see multiple futures and possibilities. Though Jim was a member of our Board of Trustees, I always saw him as a friend and mentor, as did my entire family. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss Jim's many contributions to Heartspring.
Lynn Lowder
Jim Wong is a remarkable man who authentically cares about others' circumstances and gets involved personally to improve their lives. He is a rare blend of keen intellect, relentless work ethic, solid common sense, and astute goal-driven vision. I have known him well since our days together in Marine Corps boot camp 53 years ago. Since then, I have watched him repeatedly excel in numerous, varied settings to include: his stellar service to our nation as a Marine "Mustang" (ex-enlisted) officer and combat veteran, his many successes in leading both for-profit and non-profit businesses, and his national acclaim as a tireless advocate for entrepreneurial opportunities on behalf of our military veterans and military spouses. In the process of accomplishing so much, Jim has devoted countless hours in counseling and mentoring others seeking to find their "lane in life." I know of no one who has helped so many, so well, in this regard. He is an asset and force-multiplier to all who know him and a true Marine brother "to the core."
Gary Singleton
Jim served on the Heartspring Board of Trustees for ten years and was Chair of the Board for three consecutive years. Even before assuming the role of Board Chair, Jim was an informal leader among his fellow Board members, and he was an inspiration for staff and management. His concern for children and staff was always foremost, and his global experience and mindset were critical for our development of international outreach programs. Jim is a strategic thinker that challenges others to see multiple futures and possibilities. Though Jim was a member of our Board of Trustees, I always saw him as a friend and mentor, as did my entire family. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss Jim's many contributions to Heartspring.
Lynn Lowder
Jim Wong is a remarkable man who authentically cares about others' circumstances and gets involved personally to improve their lives. He is a rare blend of keen intellect, relentless work ethic, solid common sense, and astute goal-driven vision. I have known him well since our days together in Marine Corps boot camp 53 years ago. Since then, I have watched him repeatedly excel in numerous, varied settings to include: his stellar service to our nation as a Marine "Mustang" (ex-enlisted) officer and combat veteran, his many successes in leading both for-profit and non-profit businesses, and his national acclaim as a tireless advocate for entrepreneurial opportunities on behalf of our military veterans and military spouses. In the process of accomplishing so much, Jim has devoted countless hours in counseling and mentoring others seeking to find their "lane in life." I know of no one who has helped so many, so well, in this regard. He is an asset and force-multiplier to all who know him and a true Marine brother "to the core."
Gary Singleton
Jim served on the Heartspring Board of Trustees for ten years and was Chair of the Board for three consecutive years. Even before assuming the role of Board Chair, Jim was an informal leader among his fellow Board members, and he was an inspiration for staff and management. His concern for children and staff was always foremost, and his global experience and mindset were critical for our development of international outreach programs. Jim is a strategic thinker that challenges others to see multiple futures and possibilities. Though Jim was a member of our Board of Trustees, I always saw him as a friend and mentor, as did my entire family. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss Jim's many contributions to Heartspring.
Lynn Lowder
Jim Wong is a remarkable man who authentically cares about others' circumstances and gets involved personally to improve their lives. He is a rare blend of keen intellect, relentless work ethic, solid common sense, and astute goal-driven vision. I have known him well since our days together in Marine Corps boot camp 53 years ago. Since then, I have watched him repeatedly excel in numerous, varied settings to include: his stellar service to our nation as a Marine "Mustang" (ex-enlisted) officer and combat veteran, his many successes in leading both for-profit and non-profit businesses, and his national acclaim as a tireless advocate for entrepreneurial opportunities on behalf of our military veterans and military spouses. In the process of accomplishing so much, Jim has devoted countless hours in counseling and mentoring others seeking to find their "lane in life." I know of no one who has helped so many, so well, in this regard. He is an asset and force-multiplier to all who know him and a true Marine brother "to the core."
Gary Singleton
Jim served on the Heartspring Board of Trustees for ten years and was Chair of the Board for three consecutive years. Even before assuming the role of Board Chair, Jim was an informal leader among his fellow Board members, and he was an inspiration for staff and management. His concern for children and staff was always foremost, and his global experience and mindset were critical for our development of international outreach programs. Jim is a strategic thinker that challenges others to see multiple futures and possibilities. Though Jim was a member of our Board of Trustees, I always saw him as a friend and mentor, as did my entire family. I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss Jim's many contributions to Heartspring.
Experience
-
National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. aka REBOOT
-
United States
-
Civic and Social Organizations
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Chairman of the Board
-
Oct 2014 - Present
Helping Veterans successfully transition from the battlefront to the homefront, NVTSI is a San Diego-based 501(c)(3) dedicated to assisting veterans in their reintegration back into the civilian sector. We accomplish this by providing an early-stage cognitive-behavioral educational intervention, via a 3-week intensive workshop – REBOOT – followed by related mentoring and other services. Co-founders Ronne Froman (RAdm, USN ret) and Maurice Wilson (MCPO, USN ret) have been recognized by the White House as Champions of Change. Show less
-
-
-
-
Chairman
-
Jul 2020 - Present
-
-
-
-
Board Member
-
Jan 2021 - Present
-
-
-
MIT Social Entrepreneurship Alumni Group
-
United States
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
Member
-
Apr 2021 - Present
Organized under MIT Alumni Association, our mission is to build a community around MIT and affiliates to promote, support, and invest in ventures that are intentionally working towards building a better world in alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). mighty networks: https://mit-seag.mn.co/ webiste: https://seag.alumgroup.mit.edu/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mit-seag Medium:https://medium.com/@mitseagselab Organized under MIT Alumni Association, our mission is to build a community around MIT and affiliates to promote, support, and invest in ventures that are intentionally working towards building a better world in alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). mighty networks: https://mit-seag.mn.co/ webiste: https://seag.alumgroup.mit.edu/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mit-seag Medium:https://medium.com/@mitseagselab
-
-
-
Main Street Launch
-
United States
-
Financial Services
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Board Member
-
Oct 2017 - Present
-
-
-
Veteran Launch
-
United States
-
Chairman, Veteran Launch Advisory Board
-
Jan 2018 - Present
-
-
-
THE ROSIE NETWORK
-
United States
-
Armed Forces
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Board member
-
Jan 2018 - Present
Facilitating veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs. Facilitating veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs.
-
-
-
Franchise BIZ Experts, LLC
-
United States
-
Business Consulting and Services
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Franchise Advisory Coach
-
May 2013 - Present
Founder Dick Humphrey, a Marine aviator and good friend, was such a great ally during my tour as VBOC director that I've joined his team, helping veterans and those contemplating self-employment to obtain franchises. With only a 3% chance of failure in the first year, and 8% failure within 5 years, franchises are a very resilient segment of our economy. Having been a franchisee for 10 years, with 19 restaurants, I can help veterans and others who want to be a business owner, but would prefer the safety net of a franchise. No fee for our consultation with fellow veterans, of course. Our job is to help match passion, skills, experience, and financial resources with the best fitting franchise. http://www.franchisebizexperts.com/menuitem/4200 Show less
-
-
-
Veteran Business Project
-
United States
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Chief Strategy Officer
-
Aug 2019 - Nov 2021
The Veteran Business Project promotes military, veteran, and spouse small business ownership. We do this by proudly offering our unique “vharmony™️” business match-making service, connecting veterans/spouses seeking to acquire established businesses with business owners wanting to divest. Our “vharmony™️” service includes a caseworker to facilitate the often challenging road to purchase, as well as a seasoned business mentor after the completed transaction. The Veteran Business Project promotes military, veteran, and spouse small business ownership. We do this by proudly offering our unique “vharmony™️” business match-making service, connecting veterans/spouses seeking to acquire established businesses with business owners wanting to divest. Our “vharmony™️” service includes a caseworker to facilitate the often challenging road to purchase, as well as a seasoned business mentor after the completed transaction.
-
-
-
-
Director
-
Aug 2012 - Jan 2013
VBOC is a force multiplier, helping vets and vet-owned businesses succeed in our economy. VBOC is a force multiplier, helping vets and vet-owned businesses succeed in our economy.
-
-
-
Heartspring
-
United States
-
Non-profit Organizations
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Chairman
-
2007 - 2010
Our mission, in partnership with parents, professionals and the community, is to help children with special needs grow and learn on a path to a more independent life. Dr. Gary Singleton is President & CEO. Our mission, in partnership with parents, professionals and the community, is to help children with special needs grow and learn on a path to a more independent life. Dr. Gary Singleton is President & CEO.
-
-
-
Directions International
-
United States
-
Music
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
CEO
-
Apr 1988 - Apr 1999
Management Consulting & Value Engineering. Clients included American Express, ARCO Chemical, Budget Rent a Car, Compaq, Darden Restaurants, EDS, Hitachi, Honeywell, Ito Yokado, Kodak, Marine Corps Association, PepsiCo, Price Waterhouse, Sara Lee, Teledyne, Tricon Global Restaurants, V-Grow Logistics, and Welch's. Management Consulting & Value Engineering. Clients included American Express, ARCO Chemical, Budget Rent a Car, Compaq, Darden Restaurants, EDS, Hitachi, Honeywell, Ito Yokado, Kodak, Marine Corps Association, PepsiCo, Price Waterhouse, Sara Lee, Teledyne, Tricon Global Restaurants, V-Grow Logistics, and Welch's.
-
-
-
Frito-Lay, Inc.
-
United States
-
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Group Manager, Productivity Consulting & Technical Training
-
1983 - 1988
-
-
-
-
Manager, Quality & Productivity Center
-
1981 - 1983
Turnaround manager Turnaround manager
-
-
-
United States Marine Corps
-
United States
-
Armed Forces
-
700 & Above Employee
-
Assistant Chief of Staff, Comptroller, 1st Marine Brigade, FMFPac
-
1974 - 1980
-
-
-
-
Enlisted service – NCO
-
1967 - 1969
-
-
Education
-
1980 - 1981
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management
Master of Science, Management -
MIT
-
UC Berkeley
-
University of Oregon
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Community
