Type Of Business:
Training organization
Expertise:
Leadership; Mentorship
Major Product/SVS:
Military medical operations training for personnel preparing to deploy
Favorite Business Publication:
Money Magazine
Hobbies/Sports:
Latin dancing; Walking, Reading inspirational books; International travel
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Strategic Studies, U.S. Army War College (2006); Master's Degree in Human Resource Management, Central Michigan University
Affiliations Awards:
Joint Forces Staff College
Place of Birth:
Orangeburg
Children's Names:
William A. Butler II; Anthony L. Yeldell Jr.
Work History:
Social Worker, Military Operations and Training Officer, Office of Secretary of Defense -Counternarcotics, Office of Secretary of Defense-Legislative Affairs, Senior Reserve Advisor, U.S. Army Medical Command, Medical Training Brigade Commander
Spouse's Name:
Anthony Yeldell
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was being selected for brigade command; the first African American female chosen. The command was challenging and fulfilling; the perfect assignment.
Charity:
Volunteer, Whitman-Walker Health; Act of Charity; Lung Cancer Research
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
1
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to excellent mentors through the years, strength, challenges that pushed her and faith in God.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession when she was in college.
She initially started as a social worker for child protective services. Several years later she entered active duty with the U.S. Army Reserves.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Yeldell is a successful brigade commander for a medical training brigade, with units across the U.S. She has 26 years of active military service and is a dedicated professional. She is currently working toward a project management certification.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Training personnel from all branches of the military; Supervising staff and facilities; Providing realistic medical training to units preparing to deploy oversees
Awards/Honors:
Legion of Merit, Military Award (2011)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Yeldell hopes to be actively employed with the government as a director or assistant secretary at the Department of Defense; she wants to be a positive influence and helpful to society.