Meet The Team That Gets It Done
Blaine Zimmerman
Blaine, a former infantry noncommissioned officer, spent time in the Army’s 10th Mountain Division before moving to Indiana, earning an MBA from Butler University and becoming a commissioned officer in the Indiana National Guard. Blaine’s experience gives him a great perspective as he leads as our President and CEO .
blaine@invets.org
Name: Blaine Zimmerman
Title: President & CEO
Military branch: U.S. Army
Favorite military job: Company Radio Telephone Operator (RTO)
Years of service: 14
Rank: 1st Lieutenant
Favorite movie: Empire Records
Favorite book: The Breaks of the Game by David Halberstram
Favorite podcast: The Presiquential Podcast
Best vacation: Sanibel Island with my family
My pet’s name is: Beverly
In my spare time, you can find me: Running, probably
Favorite restaurant in Indiana: Alibi’s
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Hinkle Fieldhouse
Sarah Harrison
Sarah is a communication, business development, and sales professional with an international multicultural background. She served in the U.K. Territorial Army for eight years—equivalent to the Army National Guard. Sarah worked for the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership initiative, Conexus Indiana, for five years.
sarah@invets.org
Title: VP of Veteran Engagement
Military branch: United Kingdom Territory Army, 212 + 219 Field Hospital
Favorite Military Job: Combat Medic Technician
Years of service: 8
Rank: Corporal
Favorite food: My default meal is good cheese & crackers (make it smelly cheese!)
Favorite band: Eclectic music taste, Motown and Soul are my two favorites.
Favorite vacation: Too many to count. I want to go to Africa Serengeti
My pet’s names are: Alfie and Duncan (Mutt and Cockapoo)
My dream car is a: Not really a car person but I would not walk away from a Porsche 911
In my spare time, you can find me: Hiking with my dogs, kayaking, enjoying time with the young adults that started out as my kids
Favorite drink: Malbec and tea of course
Favorite restaurant in Indiana: Not a massive foodie but Provisions is good.
Favorite road trip destination: Anywhere, love road trips
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Southern Indiana
Jerry Young
Jerry retired from the military after a dual-branch career in both the active-duty Air Force and the Indiana National Guard. Jerry has also had a diverse civilian work history that he draws upon to connect veterans and their spouses with employers and resources across the state.
jerry@invets.org
Title: Veteran Engagement Manager
Military branch: U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army
Favorite Military Job: Infantry Platoon Sergeant
Years of service: 20
Rank: Sergeant First Class
Favorite movie: The Big Lebowski
Favorite podcast: The Joe Rogan Experience
Favorite food: Steak, medium rare
Favorite phone app: Google maps; I travel a lot!
Favorite athlete or celebrity: Robert Downey Jr.
The last video game I played was: Angry Birds 2
My pet’s names are: Lanx, Jacob, Nola (dogs)
Weird fact about me: Babies and puppies melt my heart and I love to cuddle them
My dream car is a: The EarthRoamer XV-HD
In my spare time, you can find me: In my shop building custom lamps from reclaimed parts, watching Netflix, riding my Harley, and fishing with my fiancé
Favorite band: Machine Head
Favorite drink: Rip It energy shots
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Anywhere I can go fishing with my fiancé
Katelyn Colclazier
Katelyn received her degree from Indiana State University and later enlisted in the United States Army Reserves. She has since become a commissioned officer, and currently still serves as an Executive Officer of the 932nd Forward Surgical Team in Indianapolis, IN. Katelyn’s military and civilian experiences provide her with a unique perspective, allowing her to better help connect with a number of resources.
kate@invets.org
Title: Veteran Engagement Lead
Military branch: United States Army Reserve
Favorite Military Job: Executive Officer(XO)
Years of service: 7
Rank: 1LT
Favorite food: Mexican food
Favorite band: Machine Gun Kelly
Favorite vacation: Dominican Republic
My pet’s names are: Morty and Major
My dream car is a: Black Range Rover
In my spare time, you can find me: Traveling, volunteering, working out or riding around on a scooter downtown.
Favorite drink: Old Fashion
Favorite restaurant in Indiana: The Oakmont
Favorite road trip destination: San Antonio, TX
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Nashville, IN
Brian Evans
Brian manages company relationships after spending time in the Marine Corps and working for the White House as a civilian. He provides resources and guidance for employers looking to hire and retain veterans. Brian earned his Bachelor’s of Science at Liberty University in Government-Public Administration with a Minor in History.
brian@invets.org
Title: Outreach & Partnerships Manager
Military branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Favorite military job: Dover Dignified Transfer NCOIC
Years of service: 4.5
Rank: Sergeant
Favorite movie: Tombstone
Favorite book: Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Favorite podcast: The Joe Rogan Experience
Favorite food: Bacon and Eggs
Favorite athlete or celebrity: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
My pet’s name is: Cooper, a mixed terrier
My dream car is a: 1970 Chevy Chevelle SS
In my spare time, you can find me: Reading, writing, watching Netflix, and spending time with my wife and son.
Favorite drink: Coffee
Favorite restaurant in Indiana: St. Elmo Steak House
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Nashville, Indiana
Rajendra “Tony” Singh
Tony is our INvets Ambassador located in North Carolina. As a retired Marine 1SGT, Tony has always had a passion for taking care of service members. Tony is dedicated to making sure everyone has a solid plan for their transition.
Rajendra “Tony” Singh’s LinkedIn
Title: INvets Ambassador
Military branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Favorite job: Infantryman/Combat Instructor
Years of Service: 22
Rank: First Sergeant
Favorite movie: Rambo First Blood
Favorite book: We Were Soldiers Once, and Young
Favorite album: Thriller by Michael Jackson
Favorite podcast: Dan Bongino
Best vacation: Destin, FL
My pet’s names are: Harley and Panda
Favorite Food: Curry Chicken
In my spare time, you can find me: Spend quality time with my family & building cornhole boards
Favorite drink: Yuengling
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Lake Michigan
Favorite Restaurant in Indiana: Tippecanoe Place in South Bend
Kelsay Little
Kelsay is the Operations Assistant and brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge in organizational procedures, finance, and non-profit processes. She is also the co-founder of a non-profit youth track and field organization, called AthLead Indy, where she manages all of the operational and day-to-day responsibilities.
Title: Operations Assistant
Favorite food: Street Tacos
Favorite band: Adele
Favorite vacation: Charleston, South Carolina
My pet’s name is: Flash, a sheepadoodle
My dream car is a: I don’t dream about cars
In my spare time, you can find me: Running a youth non-profit called AthLead Indy, spending time with family, and making home improvements
Favorite drink: Coffee in the morning, Kentucky Mule in the evening
Favorite restaurant in Indiana: Ivanhoes
Favorite road trip destination: St. George Island, Florida
Favorite Indiana day trip destination: Bloomington
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