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| Born | Tim Sheehy November 18, 1985 |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | United States Naval Academy |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, combat veteran |
| Known for | Founder and CEO of Bridger Aerospace, Candidate for United States Senate |
| Spouse | Carmen Sheehy |
| Children | 4 |
Tim Sheehy (born November 18, 1985) is an American businessman and combat veteran. He completed over 200 missions[1] in various parts of the world, including Iraq, Afghanistan, South America, and the Pacific AO[2].
Early life and education
Sheehy graduated[3] from the US Naval Academy in 2008[4]. He was the first Midshipman to complete the US Army Special Operations exchange program and graduate from the United States Army Ranger School[5]. He finished as an Honor Graduate of his class.
Military service
Sheehy served as a Navy SEAL Officer and Team Leader[2]. During his deployments, he completed over 200 missions[1] and was involved[2] in dozens of engagements with enemy forces. He received multiple combat decorations, including[2] the Bronze Star with Valor for Heroism in Combat and the Purple Heart Medal.
Career
After being wounded in combat[6] and injured in the line of duty several times, Sheehy was medically discharged[7] from the military. He moved[8] to Montana to start Bridger Aerospace in late 2014 with an all veteran founding team[8]. Sheehy led the growth of Bridger and its sister company, Ascent Vision Technologies[9], to over 300 employees. Bridger eventually went public[10] on the NASDAQ in 2023. Through his businesses, Sheehy has created hundreds of jobs and over one billion in enterprise value[11] in the rural Montana economy. Today, Bridger Aerospace is a major Montana employer and recently joined the ranks of a small group of publicly traded companies in Montana.
Sheehy is an active firefighting pilot[12], working to combat wildfires in the CL415EAF "Super Scooper."
Political career
Tim Sheehy announced his run for the U.S. Senate as a Republican in Montana on June 27, 2023[13]. He stated that he believes America is ready for change and emphasized the need for a new generation of leaders who understand servant leadership[14]. The Montana Senate race is considered one of the most competitive in the nation and could help decide control of the Senate. Sheehy, who has been actively recruited by Senate Republicans, is set to run against Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.)[15].
Personal life
Sheehy met his wife, Carmen Sheehy, at the Naval Academy. She served as a Marine Officer[3] and is also a combat veteran. Sheehy and his wife Carmen are supporters[16] of the Bozeman Hospital and many other Montana charities[17]. They are also teaching their four children to ranch on their 20,000-acre cattle ranch[18] where they raise, feed, and process cattle for American consumption.
References
- ^ a b Kraushaar, Josh (2023-03-10). "Senate Republicans close to landing top recruit in Montana". Axios. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ a b c d Record, AL KNAUBER Independent. "Matter of valor: Former Navy SEAL awarded Bronze Star, Purple Heart". Helena Independent Record. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ a b RECORD, INDEPENDENT. "Belgrade businessman, wife, donate $500K for new heritage center". Billings Gazette. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Sign Up | LinkedIn". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "SPA Magazine Winter 2007 by St. Paul Academy - Issuu". issuu.com. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Sheehy Family Donates $500,000 to MTHS". news.mt.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ Miller, Alex. "Bozeman aerial firefighting company poised to go public". Bozeman Daily Chronicle. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ a b "Veteran-owned Ascent Vision & Bridger Aerospace Celebrate New Belgrade Facility". MT High Tech Business Alliance. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ Writer, By Abby Lynes Chronicle Staff. "Fighting fires and thwarting drones: Belgrade-based sister companies expanding". Bozeman Daily Chronicle. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Bridger Aerospace stock set to double on first day after SPAC merger completed". Morningstar, Inc. 2023-01-25. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "EX-99.1". www.sec.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Executive Team". Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Former Navy SEAL officer Tim Sheehy announces run for U.S. Senate in Montana". Axios. 2023-06-27. Retrieved 2023-06-27.
- ^ "Former Navy SEAL challenges vulnerable Dem senator in red state race vital for 2024 Senate majority". Fox News. 2023-06-27. Retrieved 2023-06-27.
- ^ "Tim Sheehy announces run for U.S. Senate in Montana". CNN. 2023-06-27. Retrieved 2023-06-27.
- ^ "Bozeman Health to Expand Pediatric Specialty Medical Services, Fueled by Largest Philanthropic Gift in Bozeman Health History". www.bozemanhealth.org. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "Bozeman area businesses making medical gowns, masks for hospital | Yellowstone Club Foundation". yellowstoneclubfoundation.org. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
- ^ "From Battlefield to Cattle Field | Edible Bozeman". 2022-09-26. Retrieved 2023-03-16.
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