George S. Mentz, JD, MBA CWM — Qualified to
Lead
International lawyer, award-winning educator, CEO, and former White
House Commissioner — prepared to serve as a transformational Chief Executive Officer or top governmental official.
Executive Summary
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25+ years leading complex organizations in law, education, standards/accreditation,
and public service
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CEO/General Counsel experience across 30+ countries with university, corporate, and government
partners
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Security-vetted federal
service; oversight of public-safety workforces and
major public budgets
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300+ graduate-level courses
taught in law/finance; award-winning author and
program architect
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Cross-border negotiator with deep regulatory, compliance, and risk management expertise
Public Service & Security-Vetted
Leadership
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Appointed White House Commissioner, U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (2019–2022)
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Civil Service Commissioner overseeing ≈1,500 police and fire personnel; responsible for $250M+
budget
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Airport Commissioner, Colorado Springs—governance at a facility with multi-billion-dollar regional
impact and U.S. Space Force presence
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Experienced in hearings, investigations, due-process
rulings, and public-safety accountability
Executive & Boardroom Readiness
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CEO/General Counsel of international standards and credentialing bodies (GAFM/IBS), operating
in 30+ countries
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Built alliances with corporations and universities;
implemented ISO 9001, 21001, 29993 systems
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Service on boards/committees including
Loyola University Alumni Association, QAHE,
ECLBS, and organizations serving the disabled
(>$40M operations)
Legal, Financial & Regulatory Depth
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Juris Doctor (JD) and MBA in International Business
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Licensed attorney in state and federal courts;
former FINRA/NASD Series 7, 63, 65
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25+ years in cross-border contracts, dispute resolution,
compliance, and governance
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Expertise in capital markets, fiduciary duty, consumer protection,
and administrative law
Education, Workforce & Thought
Leadership
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Graduate Law Professor (Texas A&M School of Law; formerly Thomas Jefferson School of Law)
teaching Wealth Management, FinTech, Tax, Risk, and Ethics
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300+ courses delivered; recognized as an award-winning educator and program builder
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Author of 100+
books/manuals/certifications; syndicated writer on
economics, markets, and governance
Global Perspective & Diplomacy
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Led initiatives and trainings across
Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and the
Americas
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International honors including the title Datuk Seri for humanitarian and interfaith work
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Skilled in public-private partnerships, investment promotion,
trade education, and standards cooperation
Core Competencies
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Governance & Compliance
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International Law & Trade
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Capital Markets & Fiduciary Duty
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Public-Safety Oversight & Due Process
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Higher-Ed Leadership & Accreditation
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Program Design & Credentialing
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Risk Management & Regulation
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Intellectual Property & Brand Protection
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Economic Policy & Workforce Strategy
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Negotiation, Mediation & Stakeholder
Management
Selected Leadership Experience
International Board of Standards
(GAFM/IBS) — CEO & General Counsel
(2001–Present)
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Leads global strategy, licensing, and compliance in 30+
countries
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Negotiated alliances with Fortune-level corporations and
universities
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Oversight of credential portfolios and accreditation
programs
U.S. Presidential Scholars Program (White House / Dept. of
Education) — Commissioner (2019–2022)
City of Colorado Springs — Civil Service Commissioner; Airport Commissioner (Current)
Texas A&M University School of
Law — Graduate Law Professor (2016–Present)
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Courses in Wealth Management, FinTech, Tax, Risk, and
Ethics
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Designed curricula; delivered 300+ graduate-level
courses
Education & Credentials
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JD (ABA-accredited)
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MBA in International Business
(AACSB-accredited)
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Graduate Certification in International Law
(CILS)
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Former FINRA/NASD Series 7, 63, 65; Licensed
Notary
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ISO leadership in ISO 9001, 21001, 29993 implementations
Honors & Recognition
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Datuk Seri (international humanitarian/interfaith honor)
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Honorable Colonel (Commonwealth Governmental patent and recognition for Extraordinary
Service)
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Recognized among Top Global Influencers in Wealth Management, FinTech, EdTech, Finance, HR, and
Management
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Award-winning author &
educator; works cited on leading industry
lists
Roles Ready to Lead
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Chief Executive Officer / Chief Legal & Strategy
Officer
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Ambassador-at-Large (International Education &
Economic Strategy)
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Board Member – Development finance or standards
bodies
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Senior Advisor – National Economic Council / Domestic
Policy
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U.S. Representative – OECD, UNESCO, or UN
missions
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Federal/Administrative Judge or Commission
Chair
Value Proposition
George Mentz blends CEO-level execution with legal rigor,
public-sector accountability, and international reach. He has operated under federal ethics rules, governed
public-safety functions, scaled accreditation institutions, and negotiated globally. This unique mix —
law, markets, standards, education, and
government — equips him to lead complex organizations,
safeguard public trust, and deliver measurable results.
Contact
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Email:gmentz@gmail.com
Phone: (504) 495-1748
References: Available upon request
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