Our Leadership

Gunnery Sergeant Jeff Shilanski / USMC / Retired
Executive Director
 
It was my honor & privilege to serve as an Infantry Unit Leader in the United States Marine Corps from January of 1993 to October of 2013. My battle with PTSD was nearly lost but with the support of my fellow veterans, I pulled through and am a living my best life.  I started FOB Rasor to pay it forward to those still suffering.  I cannot and will not loose another brother or sister.
 
Today, I work for Kirby Inland Marine as a dispatcher. I enjoy my family, our dogs, the outdoors and my life. My passions are my sobriety, my 12 step program and helping others discover the peace and happiness that life has to offer.
 
CarrieRae Munson / USMC Wife
Chairman
 
CarrieRae is the wife of Marine, Jeff Shilanski and daughter of purple heart veteran Jim Munson.  She was a speech language pathologist for 15 years and is an entrepreneur starting two clothing brands, www.undersummers.com & www.outstandingdna.com. 
 
CarrieRae has two boys in college and one in high school and is also a dog mom to 4 crazy canines.  She serves the alcohol and drug recovery community and enjoys speaking about her entrepreneurial journey.
 

 

 

Rudy Wentzler

Board Member

Rudy is a US Army Veteran, having served on active duty from 2001-2006, then again from 2008-2009 after being recalled from the Inactive Ready Reserve.  He served two tours in Iraq (’03-’04; ’08-’09).  Since leaving the service, he has been and always will be a passionate supporter of the Veteran community.  

 

Currently, Rudy is a financial advisor and Senior Vice President at Woodforest Wealth Strategies.  Prior to joining the financial services industry, he worked in various operations and supply chain management roles within the Chemical industry.  

 

Rudy has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The United States Military Academy at West Point (’01), and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin (’08).  He is a proud father of two incredible girls and husband to his amazing wife, Courtney.  Rudy enjoys traveling with his family, working out, rucking, and doing pretty much anything that will get him outside. 



Charles R. Thompson, MHRD, PRSSMajor, US Army Retired, Major, US Army Retired

Board Member 

Charles Ray Thompson, a dedicated graduate student at Lamar University , is pursuing a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with the goal of obtaining his Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) certification. His rich and diverse background, which includes military experiences and education, provides a unique perspective in his counseling practice. A native of Crosby (Barrett-Station), Texas, Charles has a distinguished military career spanning over 23 years, culminating in his retirement as a Major in the U.S. Army. His service included deployments during significant conflicts, such as Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership and resilience.

In addition to his military service, Charles has made significant contributions to education as the Senior Army Instructor for the Army JROTC program at Westfield High School in Houston, Texas. His academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Human Resources Development from Webster University, and he is well-equipped with training from various military courses. Charles is committed to fostering emotional well-being and resilience in his future clients, drawing from his extensive life experiences, military leadership, and educational background. He understands the complexities of mental health, especially among veterans and military families, and aims to provide compassionate and effective counseling to those in need.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Charles is a family man. He is married to Nancy Valenciana from El Paso, Texas, and they are proud parents of two children, Christiana Racquel and Aiden Patrick De-Jesus. Charles’s dedication to his family and community, along with his passion for helping others, drives his ambition to make a positive impact in mental health counseling.