Our Team
Danny Tackett- President
Danny has served as VXA President since 2021. He’s a husband, and a dad to 6 kids and one grandson. He’s a Christ Follower and believes that our mission to help veterans find community is predicated on introducing them to Jesus. Danny served 8 years in the Marine Corps, deploying to Iraq for the invasion in 2003 for OIF I. He is currently a Strategic Accounts Manager for United Rentals. “I am honored to be a part of this mission and feel it’s right where God wants me.”
Taylor Johnson- Vice President
As the longest standing member of VXA, Taylor joined in the early stages in 2014. He has served as Secretary before taking the role of vice president. Taylor served in the Marine Corps from 2003-2007 with a tour in Iraq during OIF. He is a full time firefighter/paramedic, and father of one to his pitbull, Leo. “I’ve always believed in the mission of VXA. Although the method has changed over time, the goal is still the same!”
Brent Walters - Treasurer / Secretary
Brent is a former M1 Abrams Tank Commander in the Texas Army National Guard and holds a BBA in Finance from UT Arlington. He is currently the CFO of Netomd Holdings, Inc. Married to Suzy since 1995, he is a proud father of two adult children. Passionate about serving others, he finds joy in cooking and giving back to his community.
Chase Vance - Sponsor and Land Owner Outreach Director
Chase has been an integral member of VXA since 2018. Chase is a husband and entrepreneur in the Powersports space across the nation. His call came to help veterans when a stranger came into his dealership years ago and asked if they could rent a side by side because they had a stranded veteran. Without any hesitation, he had a brand new SXS on a trailer and headed to the downed SXS to get the veteran out of the field. He continues to support veterans through as many platforms as possible across multiple organizations.
Jason Brickel - Marketing Director and Weapons Training
Jason spent 7 years active duty in the US Army as an airborne infantryman. After service, Jason spent time as a government contractor and advocating for the betterment of veterans mental health. While being proud of your service is important, it’s more important to continue the mission and become a better version of yourself. Jason found a passion for photography and videography as a personal form of therapy and loves sharing that version of himself. Outside of VXA Jason is in sales and training for IRay USA. Jason owns a fire arms training business, teaching long range and advanced weapons handling to civilians and law enforcement. “Don’t let serving your country be the best thing you ever did.”
Chris Cannon - VXA Alumni Program Manager and Veteran Outreach
Chris is a Maryland native, now calling Fort Worth home with his wife and four kids. Serving actively in the US Air Force, Chris’s priorities include his love for God, family, and country. Beyond his military commitment, he finds joy in working out, hunting, coaching his son’s baseball team, and embracing the great outdoors. Chris is deeply passionate about helping others, a commitment reflected in his role on the board with VXA. He is deeply honored to be a part of the board and excitedly anticipates what the future holds!