Colonel Tim Cole USMC Retired
Honoring the Legacy
of American Patriots
Keynote Speaking
Bring your audiences an engaging and refreshing perspective from a full bird colonel like none other!
James T. “Tim” Cole is a retired military officer and passionate advocate for our nation’s military, veterans, and their families. He served 31 years with the United States Marine Corps and Reserve, retiring at the rank of Colonel in May 2013.
With decades of leadership experience directing large scale supply chains in both military and private sector roles, Tim is uniquely qualified to address the practical, daily challenges of mission critical leadership.
As a person, Tim is the type of man you want on your side: Present, attentive and empathetic. Eager to receive feedback and embrace improvement. Practiced in the art of exceeding expectations. And fully prepared to give all he has, to help every keynote attendee confidently show up, suit up, and genuinely contribute in life!
Keynote Address
Show Up, Suit Up, and Contribute!
A challenging keynote where retired USMC colonel Tim Cole confronts the clear and present danger of procrastination and imposter syndrome; and the victory that awaits each of us when we choose to bring the best we have to all we do.
Colonel Tim Cole
USMC Retired • Keynote Speaking • HPL Events
Legacy Events
Honoring Patriot Legacies (HPL)
The once-in-a-lifetime event every proud veteran deserves!
Military service remains one of our nation’s most respected professions. Americans value our nation’s freedoms, liberties, and opportunities. However, among non-veteran Americans – 93% of the population – few are conversant on the missions of the five military service branches and U.S. conflict history. Most Americans are unfamiliar with military honors, protocols, and traditions, including the variety of military awards, decorations and recognition; and veterans are often hesitant to inform family and friends about their military service, especially combat operations. HPL events successfully address these challenges.
- World War II veterans, renowned as “the greatest generation” are also known as “the silent generation” who did not have a National monument until nearly 50 years after they fought to save the world from tyranny.
- The same is true for the veterans of the Korean War, now labeled “the forgotten war.”
- In an unforgivable, darkest hour for our nation, political discord was turned directly against the individual citizen soldiers (veterans) who served during the Vietnam War.
HPL events speak for these brave Americans who, whether by choice or selection, entered military service to fight tyranny and protect the American way of life.
- When friends and family are challenged to properly celebrate, honor, and value their beloved veteran’s military service, HPL events provide appropriate structure and sensitivity for proper recognition.
- When non-veterans struggle to simply understand their beloved veteran’s military service, HPL events provide education and appreciation.
- When time is of the essence, HPL events can provide a virtually turn-key experience; allowing you to focus more attention on your beloved veteran and less on the logistics of event planning
In short, HPL events serve the family and close friends of U.S. military service veterans, just as much as the beloved veterans themselves.
“Thank you for your service” or “I’m glad you made it home” can be healing, helpful words on Veterans Day, but clearly lacks full appreciation of the sacrifices and accomplishments our veterans have made. Now, truly appropriate recognition, with honor and respect, is available to promote healing and appreciation for all involved beyond simple words.
To learn more about honoring your beloved veteran with an HPL event, contact Tim Cole today.
Recent HPL Events
Meet the Colonel
James T. “Tim” Cole is a retired military officer and passionate advocate for our nation’s military, veterans, and their families.
He served 31 years with the United States Marine Corps and Reserve, retiring at the rank of Colonel in May 2013.
Following the 9/11 attacks against our nation, he served seven (7) years in active duty assignments, both here at home and overseas, earning numerous military awards.
Prior to 9/11, Tim worked with Lockheed Martin and Bell Helicopter within the aviation manufacturing sector. He currently serves as Private Sector Liaison to citizens located within FEMA’s Region VI – the states of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Tim is a graduate of Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa (BA, Business Administration) and Marine Corps Command & Staff College. He has 23 years business experience in contracting, supply chain and program management, as well as expertise building collaboration across diverse sectors.
Tim’s wife Mary Anne is a retired Texas educator. They are proud parents of five adult children (2 military service members) and three amazing grandchildren.
Colonel Tim Cole
USMC Retired • Keynote Speaking • HPL Events
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