Hi there I’m Knight! After graduating from the Naval Academy in 2006, I excelled in flight school, learning to pay attention to detail, manage fear, and control risk with my team. I earned the top graduate spot. I also earned my Wings of Gold and led Sailors on two deployments to the Pacific conducting theater security and counter piracy operations. Looking for a change of pace, I went back to the Naval Academy and earned my master’s degrees in leadership from UMD and the Naval War College. More importantly I had the honor of leading over 700 Midshipmen. From tackling 24-hour crucible events alongside my people to teaching advanced leadership theory, I left the tour with a burning passion for helping people reach their potential as leaders. After one more deployment on an Aircraft Carrier, I decided to pursue leadership development full time. Having a goal to climb the high point in every state- only 10 left now- I found deep satisfaction in climbing mountains. Observing the limitations of teaching leadership in a classroom, I knew outdoor activities would be a perfect place for leaders to thrive. While working on a Management PhD at George Washington University, I started teaching rock climbing, hiking, and mountain biking for REI Outdoor School. Knight then did a 30-day expedition in Alaska with NOLS to certify as a mountaineering instructor. Seeing the need for quality and hands-on leadership training, I switched gears to complete an Executive Leadership Coaching Certificate at Georgetown University. I’m passionate about combining disparate ideas to get gestalt moments, creating inspiring adventures where leaders forge community and deep growth, and spending time with my wife and daughter in the wilderness.