Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) has appointed Brooke Millard as its new Chief Executive Officer according to a post on LinkedIn, a significant leadership transition for the non profit serving the Coast Guard for 100 years.
Cari Batson Thomas, CAE of Coast Guard Mutual Assistance, shared the news on LinkedIn, highlighting Millard’s extensive background and commitment to the service. “A seasoned operator with years of experience at sea, writer, wife, and mother, Brooke understands what today’s service women and men need for their financial resilience. I know you’ll join me in supporting her transition to the business world,” said Thomas.
Millard recently concluded her distinguished career with the U.S. Coast Guard, where she last served as the Commanding Officer of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bear. Her leadership was marked by her ability to develop high-performing teams and implement innovative solutions in resource-constrained environments.
Millard’s LinkedIn profile underscores her adaptive leadership style, which emphasizes deliberate risk management and continuous improvement. She is known for her disruptive thinking and problem-solving skills, driving enhancements in team performance, processes, and policies. Additionally, Millard has demonstrated expertise in preparing strategic and crisis communications for both internal and external audiences.
Her educational background includes a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy.