Jason Pak

Jason Pak is a fellow West Point graduate, soccer teammate, and dear friend of Drew and the Drew Ross Memorial Foundation. Born into a military family, Jason followed in his father's
footsteps to West Point, where he met Drew and formed an immensely close bond.

In 2012, Jason was injured by a dismounted pressure plate IED in Afghanistan during combat
operations. One of the first to visit him at Walter Reed Army Medical Center was Drew, who
encouraged Jason and greatly influenced his determination and positive spirit. After medically
retiring from the Army as a Captain, Jason shared his recovery story nationwide, serving as a
keynote speaker and mentor to many.

Following his deployment, Jason served as a military fellow for Senator Jack Reed of Rhode
Island, contributing to policy development and congressional relations. He then joined Boeing,
where he spent nearly a decade working his way up to Director of Military Veteran Initiatives,
leading outreach and engagement efforts, and supporting the military community globally.

In January 2022, Jason was appointed Deputy Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs,
overseeing the Virginia Department of Veteran Services and leading initiatives to strengthen
relationships with Virginia-based military and defense communities. He now serves as a Senior
Director of Government Affairs for Hanwha, continuing his work in corporate affairs and
defense for a Fortune 500 global company in Washington, D.C.

Jason’s dedication to the Drew Ross Memorial Foundation is deeply personal. He has witnessed
the critical impact of DRMF and is committed to supporting its mission. His journey reflects a
steadfast commitment to service, leadership, and honoring the memory of Drew and countless
others who gave their all for this country.