Michael McKenzie Sr.

Jun, 2021
Hometown Hero Michael Mckenzie

Michael McKenzie Sr. is a decorated US Army veteran who successfully transitioned his military experience into leadership roles in both business and community service. He is now a dedicated leader in Charlotte, NC, where he owns a business and serves his local ministry.

A Distinguished Military Career

Michael chose to follow a family tradition by enlisting in the US Army, inspired by his cousin, a Sergeant First Class. Over his 22 years of service, Michael deployed in several operations, including Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Freedom’s Sentinel, and missions in Bosnia, Herzegovina, and Afghanistan.

His service earned him numerous prestigious awards. These include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, two Bronze Stars, and the Army Good Conduct Medal. Such accolades highlight his heroism and commitment to serving his country.

A Smooth Transition to Civilian Success

After retiring in 2016, Michael pursued higher education to further enhance his skills. He completed his Bachelor’s Degree during his service and later earned an MBA in 2018 from Northcentral University. Additionally, Michael achieved a Ph.D. from Kingdom Truth University, continuously striving for excellence.

Entrepreneurship and Professional Leadership

In 2016, Michael and his wife, Carolyn-Russ McKenzie, co-founded McKenzie Consulting Group, LLC. Their company specializes in consulting, advisement, and project management, assisting businesses with strategic growth. Michael’s military background provides invaluable expertise in guiding companies toward success.

Community Involvement and Leadership

Beyond his business ventures, Michael is deeply committed to his community. As a senior leader at True Kingdom Global Ministries in Charlotte, NC, Michael and his wife work tirelessly to provide food, clothing, and other essential services to those in need. They focus on supporting veterans and mentoring students and teachers within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System.

Recognition as a Hometown Hero

In recognition of his service and leadership, Michael McKenzie Sr. received the Hometown Hero Award. Branch Partner Michael Carson and Loan Officer Nicole Carson from ALCOVA Waxhaw were honored to present him with this prestigious award.

Pictured left to right Nicole Carson (left), Michael Carson (middle), and Michael McKenzie Sr. (right)

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