Teex Executive and Leadership Team

Tracy Foster, the Deputy Agency Director and Chief Financial Officer at Teex, manages the fiscal health and long-term financial planning for the agency. Overseeing the budgeting process for emergency response and workforce training programs, the Deputy Agency Director and Chief Financial Officer ensures that resources support the agency's strategic objectives. This leadership role involves monitoring revenue streams from international and domestic training contracts to maintain economic stability. By implementing robust financial controls, Tracy Foster drives fiscal accountability across all departments. The Deputy Agency Director and Chief Financial Officer provides critical data to the Board to inform investment in new technical services and infrastructure. Through careful management of grants and operational funds, Foster supports the expansion of training capabilities. Ultimately, Foster secures the financial future of the agency, ensuring that the organization possesses the necessary capital to continue delivering high-impact educational services to a global audience.

Tony Crites, the Deputy Agency Director and Chief Operating Officer at Teex, manages the daily execution of emergency response and technical training operations. Overseeing the logistical requirements for hands-on training, the Deputy Agency Director and Chief Operating Officer ensures that all facilities maintain peak readiness for diverse student populations. This leadership role involves optimizing internal processes to support the delivery of homeland security exercises. By streamlining operational workflows, Tony Crites directly impacts the efficiency of service delivery for clients worldwide. The Deputy Agency Director and Chief Operating Officer coordinates with other executive leaders to align resource allocation with the agency's strategic goals. Through rigorous oversight of training infrastructure, Crites maintains the high standards required for international certification. Ultimately, Crites ensures that the operational framework supports the agency's commitment to workforce development, providing a stable foundation for the expansion of technical services across various industrial sectors.

Vita Vaughn, the Director, Marketing Communications & Chief Marketing Officer at Teex, directs all brand positioning and outreach initiatives. Overseeing the promotion of emergency response and homeland security training, the Director, Marketing Communications & Chief Marketing Officer ensures consistent messaging across international markets. This leadership role involves managing complex communication channels to reach over 200,000 annual participants. By aligning marketing strategies with the agency's mission, Vita Vaughn drives engagement and awareness for technical assistance programs. The Director, Marketing Communications & Chief Marketing Officer collaborates with internal departments to amplify the impact of workforce training services. Through data-driven campaigns, the marketing division expands the reach of Teex into new global territories. Ultimately, Vaughn secures the agency's reputation as a premier provider of professional development and safety education, ensuring that the value of these critical services remains visible to stakeholders across the United States and beyond.

Christina Foley, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Teex, directs all talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational culture initiatives. Overseeing the recruitment of specialized instructors and technical experts, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that the agency retains a workforce capable of delivering world-class emergency response training. This leadership role involves designing comprehensive professional development programs that align with the evolving needs of the homeland security sector. By fostering an environment of continuous learning, Christina Foley drives employee retention and operational excellence. The Chief Human Resources Officer collaborates with department heads to implement performance management systems that support the agency's mission. Through strategic workforce planning, Foley addresses the human capital requirements necessary for scaling technical assistance services. Ultimately, Foley secures the organizational health of the agency, ensuring that the staff remains equipped to meet the complex demands of training professionals from across the globe.

Stephanie Bjune, the Assistant Agency Director and Chief of Staff at Teex, coordinates executive operations and facilitates communication between the leadership team and the broader organization. Overseeing the implementation of strategic initiatives, the Assistant Agency Director and Chief of Staff ensures that all departments remain aligned with the agency's core mission of homeland security and workforce training. This leadership role involves managing high-level projects that cross functional boundaries, including the integration of new technical assistance programs. By streamlining executive decision-making, Stephanie Bjune drives organizational agility. The Assistant Agency Director and Chief of Staff acts as a primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that the agency's goals remain clear and actionable. Through the management of administrative priorities, Bjune supports the overall efficiency of the agency's leadership. Ultimately, Bjune secures the cohesion of the executive team, enabling the agency to respond effectively to the dynamic needs of the global training market.