The Wondering Dutchmen Podcast - Episode 415: The Rest of The Story of Lt. Col Derrick Williams

Armor Cavalry Officer to Washington D.C. to Huntingburg, Indiana: The Rest of the Story with Lt. Col. Derrick Williams (Ret.) Lieutenant Colonel Derrick Williams, Retired, is back to finish his story with The Wondering Dutchmen Podcast Raised as the son of a military officer, Derrick attended over 11 different schools and lived around the world before turning 18. That early exposure to discipline, adaptability, and global culture shaped his path into the United States Army.Beginning his career as an Armor Cavalry officer, Lt. Col. Williams served more than 20 years in the U.S. Army. From his first tour in Germany and returning to Germany to finish his Army Career, Derrick's career was full of twist and turns. Settling in Washington D.C. for a private citizen career, his journey reflects leadership, resilience, and the realities of military life at the highest levels.In the finale we dive into his time as a White House Aide, his post-military career, his time working on highly classified projects, the move into the private sector of contracting, and then finally how he ends up in our little neck of the woods.If you haven't viewed Part 1 yet, we suggest you find it, because Lord knows there is some good stuff there to set you up for the finale!