Bill Langham, Founder, MTB Vets

Retired Army First Sergeant Bill Langham served more than 22 years in the US Army, as an Airborne Ranger, Trainer, Mentor and Leader. Throughout his highly decorated career as a Non-Commissioned Officer, he conducted combat operations during Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Upon retirement, Bill transitioned to the private sector. He served and led High Threat Dignitary Protection Security (HTP) teams for a leading provider of mission support and integrated security services to government agencies and multinational corporations in high risk and complex environments across the globe. Returning stateside, Bill focused on delivering training and keynote addresses on leadership development, combining leadership principles with practical execution.

However, with transitioning into the civilian community, Bill found his identity slipping and his heart breaking with the loss of military friends by suicide. Mountain biking became his therapy and the mountain biking community his brotherhood.

Experiencing ‘trail therapy’ firsthand, Bill knows it could help other veterans and founded MTB Vets. His lifelong commitment to serving our great country continues in this new journey with MTB Vets.

Bill resides in St Simons Island, GA with his wife and high school sweetheart, Tamara.

Recognitions include: Bronze Star with Valor, Bronze Star (2), Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman Badge (2), Expert Infantryman Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Pathfinder Torch, Air Assault Badge, Order of Saint Maurice