Founding leadership

Built by people willing to do the work.

The forum is in its founding season. Its leadership model pairs clear responsibility with counsel from experienced public servants, educators, and civic builders.

SV

President & Founder

Seth A. Villagomez

A Marine Corps infantry sergeant and National Security Studies graduate, CBYX alumnus, Eagle Scout, former missionary in Germany, and veteran of a year-long Pacific deployment.

TD

Vice President & Cofounder

Thomas E. Durham Jr.

A Marine Corps Reserve infantry sergeant and National Security Studies graduate pursuing a master's degree in Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security online through American University.

Leadership council

The founding team is taking shape.

These roles are intentionally open to people ready to assume real responsibility.

Director of Programs

Founding appointment

Open

Director of Partnerships

Founding appointment

Open

Director of Membership

Founding appointment

Open

The founding season

Help shape an institution
built to outlast us.

Join the founding circle