Management Team

Mr. Denny is responsible for the leadership and management of Troop Transition International. The combination of his successful corporate upbringing, financial acumen, and entrepreneurial achievement allows him to lead TTi in its quest to redefine the military-to-civilian transition process for our nation’s military professionals.

Denny brings over 20 years of “big business” experience and leadership to TTi – from 3M to General Electric – and five years of financial and investment management to the table. In 1999, Mr. Denny left corporate America to scratch his entrepreneurial “itch” and successfully launched the first of several start-up companies. His ability to discover and monetize new market opportunities has led to a string of successful business ventures. A particular focus on service related endeavors makes him an ideal fit for Troop Transition International.

As Troop Transition’s Senior Military Advisor, Sergeant Major Frank E. Pulley (USMC, Ret.), advises the CEO and the entire Troop Transition team on a myriad of issues ranging from military culture, protocol, service-related customs and courtesies to installation awareness and base expansion initiatives.

SgtMaj Pulley’s distinguished Marine Corps career spans over 30 years. Pulley served in a wide variety of duty assignments, exercises and operations in both CONUS and OCONUS. He was promoted to Sergeant Major in 1997 and served in the USMC’s most senior enlisted rank/billet for more than ten years, including assignment as Sergeant Major for Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and Western Recruiting Region (MCRD/WRR). His last active duty assignment was as the Sergeant Major, 1st Marine Division, managing 22,000 active duty personnel, a clear acknowledgement of his leadership and military acumen.

In addition to his time as a Sergeant Major, he served successful tours of independent and special duty (recruiter, career retention specialist and drill instructor). During his career, he was meritoriously promoted and received numerous personal and service awards. He is also a graduate of the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) where he exceeded course standards and was named to the Commandant’s Honor Roll.

Sergeant Major Pulley is a member of the following organizations: Rotary International, Marine Corps Association, Marine Corps League, Marine Executive Association, Marine Memorial Association, Navy-Marine Association, 1st Marine Division Association, Fleet Reserve Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion.

He has a Bachelor of Science Degree (Summa Cum Laude) in Management/Human Resources and an Associate of Science Degree in Personnel Management from Park University.

Sergeant Major Pulley is married to the former Martha Alejandra Formariz-Ocampo of La Paz, B.C.S. MX and has three adult children: Josh, Brook and Chrisshonda. He is also the proud grandfather of three grandsons; Keenan, Armani and Malachi.

As the Vice President of Sourcing, Rob is responsible for the team that introduces servicemembers, who have already made the decision to leave active duty, to great civilian careers that capitalize on the valuable technical and life skills that the armed services have taught these fine young men and women.

Captain Bell started his career as a Marine infantry officer where he served in Operation Iraqi Freedom I & II as a rifle platoon commander in Baghdad and throughout Babil Province and as a Battalion watch officer in Najaf. After transitioning to civilian life, he gained experience in logistics operations with Pepsi Bottling Group. He then enjoyed two years with the military division of Lucas Group. There, he assisted in the transition of hundreds of servicemen and women into the civilian workforce, and helped companies in every industry identify the sought after skills military members can bring to their team.

He currently serves as a reserve platoon commander with 'A' company, 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance aboard Camp Pendleton, CA. He is a member of the Marine Executive Association, Marine Corps Association, US Naval Institute, San Diego Military Advisory Council, American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Captain Bell earned a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN while attending Naval ROTC at the University of Memphis. He resides in Carlsbad, CA with his wife of seven years.

Chris Lopez is Vice President of Placement Services at Troop Transition. He leads the strategy team responsible for identifying labor shortfalls and aligning employer workforce goals with long-term, credentialing and placement solutions.

Mr. Lopez brings more than 16 years of Management and Recruiting experience to Troop Transition's placement organization. For the past eight years, he was an Executive Senior Partner with an nationally recognized recruiting firm, where he developed staffing solutions for over 200 client corporations in 15 verticals.

Prior to getting his start in recruiting, Mr. Lopez served in Operations Management for the Pepsi Bottling Group and as an artillery officer in the United States Marine Corps.

Mr. Lopez holds a degree from the United States Naval Academy. He resides in Oceanside, CA with his wife of fourteen years, and two children.

As the General Manager of Troops 2 Roughnecks, Mr. Mathena's commitment to providing training excellence for rig workers in the oil industry, and his passion for Troop Transition's mission serve as a beacon to potential candidates and corporate clients.

Mike served for six years in the U.S. Navy as a reactor operator, primarily onboard the Trident submarine USS Georgia (SSBN 729). Following his honorable discharge in 1990, he entered the civilian nuclear power industry where he worked as a training specialist for Zion Nuclear Power, as an IT consultant in pharmaceutical and telecommunications industries, and later as a management consultant.

In 2006, Mr. Mathena joined the oil industry as the Training Manager for Noble Drilling, a major offshore drilling contractor. He managed the training, competency and licensing programs for Noble's 6,000 employees. As the 2008 Committee Chairman for the IADC Training Committee, Mike's expertise in oilfield worker competency and training programs adds significant value to the professional quality of the Troops 2 Roughnecks program.

Mike holds a BA in Natural Science from Shimer College in Chicago, Ill. He resides in Sugar Land, Texas with his fiancée, Karen Green.