Scott Bethel has enjoyed a distinguished career focused on leadership, intelligence operations, and military service. His educational background includes degrees in political science from Northern Illinois University and Boston University, along with a master’s degree in strategic intelligence from the National Intelligence University, where he graduated with honors. Over his 27 years in the U.S. Air Force, Scott Bethel held various leadership roles, including commander, targeteer, and intelligence officer, earning commendations such as the Bronze Star Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Air Force Combat Action Medal.