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

I am a founding member and current Treasurer of the SGT Mad Dog Watts Veterans Foundation. I was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, and have lived in Oregon all my life. I have dedicated 40 years to public service, primarily in the role of Public Works Director. My professional experience includes serving as a regional Incident Commander for significant emergencies, as well as serving as an instructor for the Northwest Public Works Institute, and as President, Board member, and National Delegate for the Oregon Chapter of the American Public Works Association.

In 2004, I had the honor of being recognized as one of the Top Ten Public Works Leaders in the nation. I have also been actively involved in my community, volunteering my time and efforts to various organizations and assisting in the establishment of two Non-Profit Foundations. 

Additionally, I am an enthusiastic motorcycle rider, having traveled extensively throughout the United States and Western Canada. I hold the position of Road Captain for the Sunset Harley Owners Group (HOG). I have been married for over 50 years and am grateful to have two children and two grandchildren.

DAVID DEMENT

Secretary

My name is David Dement. I was born 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 am an equipment technician for Intel, I have installed and maintained plasma etchers, RF/Microwave generators, and wet chemistry etching equipment. I started volunteering with Liberty Wildlife in Arizona, rehabilitating injured raptors. I also volunteered with Homes for the Troops, helping landscape new custom homes for injured vets. 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. Born at Fort Eustis, VA, I moved frequently due to my father's career as a Transportation Corp Officer. After high school, I enlisted in the Army, completing basic training at Fort Ord, CA, and learning Czechoslovakian at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA. I served 20 years, including time in law enforcement, administration, and as a recruiter, with stations in California, Maryland, Minnesota, Oregon, Washington, Europe, and Korea. After retiring, I served as a Reserve Police Officer in Hillsboro, OR, for 17 years. I've been married to my wife, Jan, for 49 years, and we have three children and four grandchildren. I hold a BS in Information Technology and an MS in Applied Information Technology. As a retired small business owner, I now focus on educating the elderly about online safety. I'm also a motorcycle enthusiast and a Road Captain for the Sunset Harley Owners Group (HOG) Chapter in Tigard. It’s been a pleasure serving on the board of The SGT Watts Veterans Foundation, giving back to those who served in the Armed Forces.

PAMELA ROYER

Board Member

I come from a strong military legacy, with my grandfather serving in WWI and my father earning two Purple Hearts in WWII. I proudly served as a USAF non-combat Vietnam Veteran for five years, stationed at Luke AFB in the elite MICAP/NORS Control team, earning a Commendation Medal while managing aircraft parts acquisition for the F-15 and F-4C. After returning to Oregon, I faced challenges as a female veteran and, in 1989, I married my husband and joined Legacy Health, where I managed product conversions until I retired in 2016 to care for him. Now, we enjoy traveling, riding motorcycles, and spending time with friends. I'm honored to support a foundation that helps veterans, and I lead a group of quilters creating quilts to remind them they are 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 values 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 degree in Educational Administration from California State University, Fullerton. He is also pursuing doctoral studies at the University of Southern California (USC). 

He began his career as a teacher in fourth grade and kindergarten, and then spent 37 years as a principal in Arizona and California. Federwisch dedicated 30 years to Rotary International, serving in various leadership roles, including President of the Rotary Club of Newberg. He also contributed to the State Board for the Association of California School Administrators.

Rod and his wife, Joyce, have been married for 24 years and have raised three sons and a daughter, along with six grandchildren. As a member of the SGT Watts Foundation Board, Federwisch is committed to fostering personal connections and creating a supportive environment for veterans seeking meaningful interactions and friendships.

Ron Gibson

Former President, Oregon Veterans Home Coordinator