Lt Col McLeod retired from the United States Air Force in 2002 after serving on active duty for 30 years and then served another 15 years in uniform as the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor with the Thomasville High School Air Force JROTC program. Col McLeod is married to the former Kathy Taylor and they are proud parents of two daughters, Melinda Fulton and Lesli McMillan. They also have been blessed with seven grandchildren. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminology from Florida State University and his Master of Science Degree in Human Resources Management from Golden Gate University. Col McLeod's passion continues to be developing citizens of character, dedicated to serving their community and nation.