LEE MCCARTY

President

Born in Billings MT, I met my wife at Montana State University. Together we raised two boys, both with families of their own. I spent 30 years in the financial services industry, retired in 2015 as Executive Vice President at Ally Financial and founded L. G. McCarty Consulting, LLC. For the past 10 years, I have specialized in consulting private businesses, executive coaching, and advisory work with University MBA Programs, holding a BS in Business Management, and an Executive MBA from the University of Notre Dame. I have a passion for coaching, spending 10-years as a USA Amateur Hockey Coach and 7 years as an ACHA Division II Collegiate Hockey Coach for the University of Michigan. I serve as a professional mentor, striving to pay-forward the good advice and mentorship I received over the years. I’m also a member of Sunset HOG, a motorcycle enthusiast and honored to call Steve my friend. I am committed to successfully leveraging my passion and experience in strong support of Steve’s legacy and all veterans who proudly served our country.

DAN BOSS

Treasurer

My name is Dan Boss, and I serve on the Board of the Mad Dog Watts Veteran’s Foundation as Treasurer.  I was born in Eugene and have lived in Oregon all of my life. I spent my entire career in public service, working in Local Government for 40 years, mostly as Public Works Director. I have served as a regional instructor in Incident Command, Public Works Leadership, and I’m currently on the Board of the Oregon Chapter of the American Public Works Association. I have volunteered in my community most of my life including Scout Leader, Soccer Coach, Patriot Guard Rider, Food Pantry, Kiwanis, Mt Hood Kiwanis Camp, and I helped to establish 2 other Foundations.  I’m an avid motorcycle rider, and I’ve ridden all over the US and Western Canada. I’m a Road Captain for Sunset Harley Owners Group (HOG), married 48 years, with 2 kids, and 2 grandkids.

DAVID DEMENT

Secretary

My name is David Dement. I was born and raised in South Dakota, enlisted in the US Marine Corps after high school, and served 4 years during Desert Storm, where I maintained reverse osmosis water purification equipment, water heaters and diesel generators. After leaving the Marine Corp, I attended Colorado Tech and UCCS, studying Electrical Engineering Technology and Applied Physics. I have worked for Intel Corporation for 29 years, the first 15 years installing and maintaining plasma etchers and RF/Microwave generators, and the past 14 years on wet etch equipment. I have volunteered with Liberty Wildlife, rehabilitating injured wild animals, and educating the public on the species. I have volunteered with Homes for the Troops, helping landscape new custom homes for injured vets “returning home”. I also volunteered and helped assemble the traveling wall for Vietnam Veterans in Oregon and then again in Sturgis, SD. I met Steve Watts in 2014, thru the Sunset Chapter of HOG and rode many miles with him thru Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. I am honored to support his legacy through this foundation and the various veteran’s charities we support.

J. MICHAEL (MIKE) CUCITI

Board Member

My name is J. Michael (Mike) Cuciti, and I serve on the SGT Watts Veterans Foundation. I was born at Fort Eustis, VA, as my father was a Transportation Corp Officer. Before my father's

retirement, we lived in Virginia, France, Kansas, Florida, and California. After graduating from high school, I enlisted in the United States Army, completing basic training at Fort Ord, CA, and then to the Defense Language Institute (DLI) in Monterey, CA. to learn Czechoslovakian. I then went on

the train as a Voice Intercept Operator and was stationed on the German/Czech border. In my 20 years of service, I also served in law enforcement, administration, special projects, and as a recruiter. I have been stationed in California, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington, Europe, and Korea. Once retired, I served my community as a Reserve Police Officer for the City of Hillsboro, OR, for 17 years. I have been married to my wife, Jan, for the past 49 years, and we have three grown children and four grandchildren. I have a BS degree in Information Technology and an MS in Applied Information Technology (MIS). I am a retired small business owner who supported a diverse clientele with their technology needs. I currently work with the elderly and teach them how to identify scams and stay safe online. I am an avid motorcycle enthusiast and have toured in both Europe and the United States. I currently serve as the Director and a Road Captain for the Sunset Harley

Owners Group (HOG) Chapter – Tigard. It has been my pleasure serving as a board member for

The SGT Watts Veterans Foundation giving back to those who selflessly served in the Armed Forces of the United States.

PAMELA ROYER

Board Member

I come from a strong military legacy dating back to the Civil War. My Grandfather

served in the Army during WWI and my father served in the Navy during WWII earning

two Purple Hearts. I am a proud USAF non-combat Vietnam Veteran of five years.

After training, I was stationed at Luke AFB and served in the elite MICAP/NORS Control

team earning a Commendation Medal. At Luke, I had global responsibility for acquiring

aircraft parts for the F-15 Eagle and F-4C Phantom Jets while maintaining meticulous

records. Upon returning to Oregon, I faced the challenges of an era where military

service, especially for women, wasn’t always recognized. In 1989, I married the love of

my life and consequently joined Legacy Health where I managed product conversions

with a focus on nurse training and product cost effectiveness. In 2016, I retired as a

manager of Legacy Good Samaritan Materials to care for my husband, who faced

serious health challenges. Today, we enjoy spending time with each other while

traveling, riding motorcycles and spending time with friends. I am humbled to be a part

of this Foundation that focuses on making a difference in the lives of our veterans who

have sacrificed so much for our freedom and now need a hand up. I formed a group of

quilters and we are busy making quilts, and distributing them to our veterans to remind

them we have not forgotten.

MICHAEL SWINARSKI

Board Member

My father, a Vietnam veteran, and my mother, the wife of an Air Force airman, have always been my role models in service to country, community, and family. While I have not served in uniform, I carry that same spirit of service with me today. Since moving to Oregon in 2010, I have volunteered with many community projects that support wildlife, education, and, most recently, veterans in the Pacific Northwest.

In my career, I help businesses as a leader in Information Security. My job is to build relationships and find the balance between keeping data safe and meeting business goals. I often act as a technical consultant, educator, and business advocate. My goal is to use this experience to help the SGT Watts Veterans Foundation grow and continue to make an impact.

Like many others, I love the open road and the roar of a motorcycle engine. I also believe the motorcycle community is filled with big hearts and people who are always ready to support a great cause. It is an honor and a privilege to be part of the SGT Watts Veterans Foundation and to give back to those who have served our country.

ROD FEDERWISCH

Board Member

Rod Federwisch was born at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, Arizona, where his father served

as a flight mechanic in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up surrounded by airmen and strong family

bonds instilled in him a lifelong respect for those who serve. Mr. Federwisch holds a bachelor’s

degree in Music and Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University and a master’s in

Educational Administration from California State University, Fullerton, also pursuing doctoral

studies at USC. He began his career as a fourth-grade and kindergarten teacher, then spent 37 years as a principal in Arizona and California. Federwisch dedicated 30 years to Rotary

International, serving in several leadership roles, including President of the Rotary Club of

Newberg, and contributed to the State Board for the Association of California School

Administrators. He and his wife, Joyce, have been married for 24 years, raising three sons, a

daughter, and six grandchildren. As a member of the SGT Watts Foundation Board, Federwisch

is committed to fostering personal connections and a supportive environment for veterans

seeking meaningful human interaction and friendship.

RON GIBSON

Former President, Oregon Veterans Home Coordinator