John L. Gronski Major General, USA (Ret.) [email protected] 610-463-5492
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE • Served for over 40 years in the United States Army on active duty and in the Pennsylvania National Guard retiring at the rank of Major General. Currently a Senior Mentor – Highly Qualified Expert for the U.S. Army Mission Command Training Program, an adjunct fellow with the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA), president of Leader Grove Consulting, LLC, and an independent national security analyst focusing on transatlantic issues. Holds a top secret security clearance.
• Key military operational leadership experience includes from 2016 to 2019 served on active duty as United States Army Europe, Deputy Commanding General, Army National Guard assisting the Commanding General in leading over 30,000 Soldiers. Commanded the 28th Infantry Division, leading 15,000 Soldiers from 2012 to 2016. Deployed to Ramadi, Iraq in 2005 and 2006 as a brigade commander leading a force of over 5,400 U.S. service members and 5,000 Iraqi Soldiers during combat operations. Deployed to the central region of Europe between 2002 and 2003 as a brigade commander leading a force of approximately 2,000 Soldiers. In 2000 was assigned for one year as the Military Liaison Team Chief in the Republic of Lithuania. Commanded National Guard infantry units at every level from company to division. • In the civilian sector, led diverse teams as a management consultant for over 13 years. Provided oversight and leadership to implementation teams responsible for planning and executing large complex projects in Fortune 500 companies. Served as an executive coach for senior business leaders. Provided large group facilitation during training seminars and meetings. • Experienced public speaker and seminar leader. Developed leadership seminar material including presentations, breakout sessions, and team exercises. Presented leadership seminars, keynote addresses, and provided group facilitation to many large organizations and companies including the United States Army, the National Conference on Ethics in America at West Point, PECO Energy, Exelon, Comcast, the YMCA, the Freedom Alliance, Penn State University, Drexel University, Widener University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, Albert Einstein Health Network, Buckman’s Inc., Delaware Valley Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, Schlouch Inc., Boy Scouts of America, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, the Young Presidents Organization, and Wilkes University.
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS
Kennedy School, Harvard University, August 2018 Senior Executive National and International Security Course
Penn State Great Valley, Malvern, PA, September 1998 – December 2003 Master of Business Administration
US Army War College Carlisle, PA, July 1999 – July 2001 Master of Strategic Studies
University of Scranton, Scranton, PA, September 1974 – May 1978 BS, Human Services
Alvernia University, Reading, PA, August 2009 – May 2010 Attended Doctoral Program, Corporate Leadership
Villanova University, Villanova, PA, March 2011 Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Masters Certificate
Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification, August 2009
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John L. Gronski Major General, USA (Ret.) [email protected] 610-463-5492
MILITARY TRAINING US Army War College, Senior Executive in National and International Security Course at The Kennedy School Harvard University, Army Strategic Education Program Advanced Course 18-02, Command and General Staff Course, Dual Status Commander Course, Infantry Officer Advance Course, Ranger Course, Airborne Course, Suicide Intervention Officer Course, Resiliency Training Assistant Course, Winter Mountaineering Course, Air Ground Operations School, Master Fitness Trainer Course.
MILITARY AWARDS
Distinguished Service Medal with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Legion of Merit with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (with 2 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters), Army Achievement Medal, Navy Unit Commendation (2nd Award), Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (6th Award), National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Service Star), Iraq Campaign Medal (with 2 Bronze Service Stars), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal (with Gold Hourglass with M Device and Numeral 2), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (with Numeral 2), Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon, Pennsylvania Meritorious Service Medal, Pennsylvania Twenty Year Service Medal (with 1 Silver Star), Major General Thomas R. White Jr. Medal, Pennsylvania Recruiting and Retention Medal, General Thomas J. Stewart Medal, Governor’s Unit Citation, Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badge.
ACHIEVEMENTS
• The AUSA Lieutenant General Raymond S. McLain Medal - Awarded to a serving or former member of the United States National Guard who has contributed most to the advancement of the Association’s goal of a seamless and component-integrated Army, presented October 2019. • Cross of the Knight of the Order for Merits to Lithuania – For active promotion of military cooperation between Lithuania and the United States of America, awarded February 2019. • The Golden Polish Army Medal – For promoting the history and traditions of the Polish Army outside of Poland, presented August 2019. • National Infantry Association Order of Saint Maurice in the rank of Primicerius – Awarded to those who have made a significant contribution to the Infantry, awarded August 2011. • Frank J. O’Hara Award in the Government Service Category - This is the highest award bestowed jointly by the University of Scranton and the Alumni Society for outstanding achievements in government service. • James E. West Fellow and Silver Beaver Award - Awarded by the Boy Scouts of America for contributions to the scouting program and serving area youth. • Eagle Award – Awarded by the Pennsylvania VFW in recognition of superior leadership and combat service. • The Washington Crossing Foundation Award – Awarded by the Washington Crossing Foundation for service and dedication to the ideals of our Founding Fathers. • Patriotic Service Award – Awarded by the Knights of Columbus acknowledging patriotic service ethics. • Outstanding Citizenship Award – Awarded by the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution in recognition of the highest ideals of character and citizenship. • Republic of Lithuania Medal of Merit – For meritorious service while serving in the Republic of Lithuania from January 2000 through January 2001.
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