J. Clovis Yates

MSG Clovis Yates is a decorated veteran of over twenty plus years of the United States Army. Clovis served in storied units, including the 4^th Infantry Division, the 101^st Airborne Division (Air Assault), the 10^th Mountain Division. MSG Yates served two combat tours in Iraq and two combat tours in Afghanistan. He started graduating OSUT from Fort Benning as an Infantryman and his military education includes Ranger School, Airborne, Air Assault, Pathfinder, Master Leader’s Course, Master Educator’s Course, Joint Firepower Course, Observer-Coach/Trainer academy, University Senior Leader’s Course, FRIES/SPIES and Rappel Master Courses, along with various other courses. He held various roles and leadership positions, including Rifle Platoon Sergeant, Scout Platoon Sergeant, Pre-Ranger NCOIC Fort Campbell, Rifle Company First Sergeant, AC/RC Team NCOIC, and Senior Military Science Instructor.

In his spare time, Clovis enjoys wood working and other outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, and shooting.