Susan
Thaxton
Chief Strategy Officer
Washington D.C.
Most rewarding thing about working here.
I think the most rewarding thing about working at TMC is to directly engage with the veterans we serve to hear their excitement and deep commitment to serving in communities. They are full of ideas and are ready to execute, so being a part of that energy and force for good -whether through service projects or through one of our national leadership programs – is incredibly rewarding.
Job prior to The Mission Continues
Executive Director, Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake (greater Baltimore area)
Which is your favorite movie(s)?
Forrest Gump
What was your first concert?
CHICAGO – their Chicago 17 tour in 1984 – Hard Habit to Break, You’re the Inspiration – sooooo amazing for a 12-year-old girl
What is your hometown?
Annapolis, MD
What is your favorite food(s) or meal?
Pizza – simple, straight up cheese pizza
What brought you to TMC?
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