Congratulations to the New National Jamboree Director, Matt Myers!

Matt Myers has been charged as the National Jamboree Director, effective July 1, 2016.

Matt began his Scouting career as a district executive in the Oregon Trail Council, in Eugene, Oregon.

He has held numerous positions during his BSA career in councils including; Silicon Valley, Redwood Empire, Pacific Skyline, San Francisco, and Detroit. Matt also served on the national staff as director of the STEM/NOVA Initiative. He was promoted to Scout executive in the Greater Wyoming Council in 2012.

Matt is an Eagle Scout, Vigil Honor Order of the Arrow member, and Rotarian. He is also a Major in the Army Reserves specializing in logistics planning with 16 years of experience. In addition, Matt was on active duty with the Army Reserves in 2007-2009. He enjoys running, traveling, and chess.

Matt and his wife, Michelle, have two children, Jennifer and Michael, and a dog, Missy.

Summit Group Director, Dan McCarthy will continue providing leadership to all other operations at the Summit and will transition Jamboree leadership duties to Matt Myers. Dan and Matt will work together to help ensure a successful 2017 National Scout Jamboree experience for all.

Please join us in congratulating and welcoming Matt as he joins in partnership with the volunteers and staff of the National Jamboree team to deliver quality Scouting experiences to young people. Wish him well in the comments below!