Preston is an Associate Consultant at Greencastle, where he contributes to solving complex, high‑impact challenges facing communities. Before joining Greencastle, Preston spent three years in higher education administration, specializing in operational and financial management. During this time, he was recognized with a university‑level wellness innovator annual award, received a college‑level professional excellence annual award, and built from the ground up a mentoring and professional development program for military‑connected graduate students.
Preston’s career is grounded in a distinguished record of military service. He served on active duty in the United States Air Force as a Battle Manager, retiring at the rank of Major. His service is marked by numerous team and individual accolades, including award recognition at the Headquarters Air Force level for performance during combat operations. Throughout his career, he deployed frequently to lead battle management operations involving all military branches, various other governmental agencies, and many allied partners. Among all accomplishments, Preston remains most proud of his teammates, remembered as sisters and brothers, who embodied integrity, selfless service, and excellence in all aspects of life.
Preston holds three master’s degrees: Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma, Public Policy and Management from the Ohio State University, and Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Geomatics Engineering from the Ohio State University.
