Dave Neely is an O2X Lead Instructor from Chattanooga, TN. A class of 2003 U.S. Naval Academy graduate, he served 5 years as a Surface Warfare Officer. After the Navy, Dave enlisted in the National Guard and served 4 years in 19th Special Forces Group before transitioning to active duty where he was assigned to 5th Special Forces Group as a member of a Military Free-Fall specialty team and a Combat Diver/Maritime team. His final assignment before retirement was to the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) in Ft. Bragg, NC. He is a veteran of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. Dave is a Crossfit athlete and enjoys long distance running and swimming. He is currently pursuing his master’s degree in military and veterans counseling at William and Mary.