Jimmy Rogers knows first-hand the power and possibility of the American dream. After struggling through young adulthood, he joined the Navy in 2011 and was deployed in 2015 as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. As he served with the armed forces overseas, Jimmy saw a need for care packages that actually connected with service members as individuals. Together with his wife, they launched the nonprofit Boots For Troops before he even returned home from deployment. Today, Boots For Troops provides custom care packages to deployed troops around the globe. Each package includes a pair of boots chosen by the service member and other items tailored to their unique tastes and functional needs.

Since founding the organization, Jimmy has served as President and Executive Director, overseeing organizational operations, fundraising, marketing, and community outreach initiatives. Driven by a desire to affect positive change, Jimmy applies his exceptional work ethic and entrepreneur mind-set to raise community awareness and support through unique benefit events such as the annual Concert in the Country. This event features live performances by country legends and up-and-coming artists and raised over $500K in its first five years. Jimmy’s initiative and leadership at Boots For Troops has resulted in over $2.5M funds raised and 5,000+ care packages sent to deployed troops around the world.

Committed to continued personal and professional growth, Jimmy recently earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Entrepreneurship from the American Military University. He has also founded/co-founded the Valor business enterprise line, including Valor Entertainment, Valor Apparel, and Valor Tix. His work with Boots For Troops has been featured in multiple news outlets, including Texas Metal, Great Day Houston, and Wrangler Network.

During his military service, he earned promotions at every opportunity and received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Military Good Conduct Award, and Military Letter of Commendation. He has also been presented the Hometown Hero award by Modern Woodmen of America. In his free time, Jimmy enjoys cheering on local Houston sports teams and spending time with his wife of 5 years.