Candidate For Vice President
Jay Wallace
Citadel Alumni Association
Preserving the Legacy, Engineering the Future
Jay Wallace, a distinguished alumnus of The Citadel (Tango Company, Class of 2004), offers a modern blend of executive leadership and an unwavering commitment to the core values of our institution. As a candidate for Vice President of the Citadel Alumni Association (CAA), Jay leverages a proven track record of institutional service and professional excellence to advance the mission of the Long Gray Line.
Professional Expertise & Strategic Vision – With an extensive background as a commercial real estate developer and owner-operator, paired with deep expertise in software solution deployment, Jay possesses the unique multidisciplinary skillset required to navigate the modern challenges facing our Alma Mater. His ability to combine complex operational needs with technological innovation ensures the CAA remains both efficient and impactful in a digital age while retaining our Core Values that define us as “Those Who Wear The Ring.”
A Legacy of Dedicated Service – Jay’s candidacy is grounded in over two decades of active leadership within the Citadel community, including:
- President & Officer (11 Years): The Citadel Club of Charleston.
- CAA District Director (over 10 Years): Strategic oversight and regional engagement.
- Committee Leadership (over 10 Years): Facilities Chairman, Big Red Chairman, and decade-long contributor to multiple standing committees.
Moving the Long Gray Line Forward – Jay is uniquely poised to enhance the alumni experience by bridging the gap between honored tradition and future-focused growth. His objective is to foster deeper alumni connections and implement sustainable strategies that honor our past while securing the prominence of The Citadel for generations to come.
J. E. (Jay) Wallace III
Life Member, CAA
CAA Board of Directors District 1
2245-C Ashley Crossing Drive, Suite 310
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 259-1660
Jay Wallace is a man whose actions consistently match his convictions. His integrity guides every decision, earning the trust of all who work alongside him. He carries a forward looking vision that inspires others to aim higher. His volunteer service to the community reflects a heart committed to making life better for those around him. Jay lives with a bias toward action, stepping in wherever leadership and courage are needed.
Core CAA Missions
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Our Mission: Preserving the Legacy, Engineering the Future
We are committed to ensuring that the Corps of Cadets’ unparalleled heritage and time-honored traditions remain the bedrock of our institution. By championing the values and character-forging environment that define the Citadel experience, we will continue to cultivate the next generation of principled, patriotic leaders ready to serve our nation with distinction in both Military and Civilian life.
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Unifying the Long Gray Line: Collaborative Leadership
We will cultivate a mutually beneficial partnership between our alumni, the CAA, and the school by fostering strategic alignment with The Citadel and Brigadier Foundation, we will unify our efforts to advance the core ideals and enduring mission of our institution.
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Explain the value of the CAA to all Alumni. Bring the CAA to you locally. Support our Clubs. Enhance our membership outreach efforts and help our local Citadel Clubs have better Alumni and Cadet events, better information and better representation precisely where they are.
Elevate the value of the CAA for every alumnus while clarifying our mission for the next generation of the Long Gray Line.
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Letter to Alumni
Elect Jay Wallace ’04 for Vice President, The Citadel Alumni Association
Fellow Bulldogs,
This August, we will elect the next Vice President of the Citadel Alumni Association—a leader who will ascend to the Presidency in two years. This is a pivotal moment to choose a representative who will not only safeguard our traditions but strategically navigate the future of The Military College of South Carolina.
A Lifetime of Commitment My bond with our Alma Mater is lifelong. As part of a multi-generational Citadel family—with graduates spanning from the Class of ’51, three graduates of ’77, ’84, ‘10, ’16—the values of Duty, Honor, and Respect are not just concepts to me; they are the standards by which I live and work.
Proven Leadership & Institutional Service for over 20 years, I have dedicated myself to serving both the Lowcountry and The Citadel through various charitable and professional organizations. Whether leading the Citadel Club of Charleston or serving on CAA Board, Facilities Chairman and Committees, my focus has always been on transformation. I have consistently worked to improve the operational health of these organizations, ensuring they deliver tangible value to the alumni and community members they support.
Driving Value in a Modern World as a business owner and software consultant, I understand that any organization—including our Alumni Association—must provide a clear Value Proposition to its members. I have built companies from the ground up and restructured others to meet modern challenges. I intend to bring this same rigor to the CAA, ensuring we provide the resources and networking our alumni need to thrive in today’s economy.
Strategic Communication is the lifeblood of a strong association. Leveraging my background in technological innovation, I will implement forward-thinking communication strategies that are effective, modern, and non-intrusive. My goal is to ensure the CAA serves as a powerful, independent voice—listening to your views and bringing that collective strength to the administration.
Protecting the Long Gray Line The Corps of Cadets is the heart of our institution. Our reputation is forged by the Four-Class System and the unique pressures that cultivate principled leaders. As alumni, our role is to protect the integrity of the “Band of Gold” and ensure our traditions remain relevant and respected in a changing world.
Bridging Tradition and Innovation I am a candidate who understands that our traditions are our brand. I have the unique ability to embrace our storied past while using modern technology to protect and advance it. I have stood up for these core values in boardrooms and club meetings for over a decade, and I am ready to do the same as your Vice President.
I humbly ask for your vote and your partnership in making the Long Gray Line stronger than ever.
V/R,
J. E. Wallace III Tango ’04 Candidate for Vice President, CAA
- Endorsements
Endorsements (partial list)
| I endorse Wallace for VP: | I endorse Wallace for VP: | I endorse Wallace for VP: |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas McFarland 1963 | Christopher Chapman 1993 | William Murphy 2005 |
| Buddy Wallace 1977 | Louis Grant 1994 | Matthew Miller 2007 |
| Bruce Root 1987 | Walter Zink 2000 | Brad Bruggemann 2007 |
| Bruce Root 1987 | Jonathan Peavey 2001 | William Duke 2017 |
| Bruce Root 1987 | Brian Maloney 2001 | Ashley Cranfill 2022 |
| Jimmy Crook 1988 | Ben Cox 2003 | Ashley Cranfill 2022 |
| Phil Reichner 1989 | James McDaniel 2003 | Wyatt Miller 2023 |
| Phil Reichner 1989 | Brandon Wade 2004 |
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Jeff ate yellow snow once... He said, later, that was an ill conceived plan.
Education:
BS Business Administration
Minor in Management Information Systems
Professional Experience:
- Founder and President – Management BluePrints, LLC (MBP) – Development, Business Process Improvement & Operations Consultant in Charleston, SC.
- Specializing in for Profit and Not for Profit Business operations focusing on bringing value to Customers and Members.
- MBP specializes in Commercial Real Estate based businesses, their day to day operations along with the construction, acquisition and development of new and existing assets.
- Shortly after graduation, he started work with a regional Self Storage operator where he rose to be President.
- In 2012, Jay successfully negotiated and executed the sale of a large, $40 million Self Storage portfolio;
- a portfolio that he had worked to develop over the previous eight years.
- Currently, Jay owns and operates a regional self storage/commercial real estate development, consulting and software implementation firm.
- Jay is the founding President, 2009, of the Self Storage Association of South Carolina (SSASC),
- where he currently leads legislative and professional development efforts in South Carolina for his industry.
- In 2014, these efforts resulted in the passing of two new South Carolina State laws and the tripling of the membership base for the SSASC.
Alumni Involvement:
- Life Member of The Citadel Alumni Association (CAA)
- CAA District 1 Director: Strategic oversight and regional engagement.
- CAA Committee Leadership: Facilities Chairman
- Ring Committee
- Big Red Chairman
- Long Range Planning Committee
- and decade-long contributor to multiple standing committees.
- A Citadel Volunteer for more than 20 years
- 2026 Vice President of Kappa Alpha Order Theta Commission
- 2014-2020, Reformation President The Charleston Citadel Club – took club from 50 members and $9k annual budget to roughly 500 members and $200k annual budget (including Veterans Charity Fishing Tournament budgets).
- 2021-Current Officer and Treasurer, The Charleston Citadel Club
- Longtime Mentor in the Citadel School of Business Mentor Association
- Recurring Speaking Contest Judge for the Corp of Cadets
- Guest Speaker for Citadel Business Department Classes
Cadet Involvement:
- Investment Club Vice President 2003-2004 & Secretary 2002-2003;
- Wesley Foundation Vice President 2003-2004 & Treasurer 2002-2003 & Webmaster for Charleston Wesley Foundation and South Carolina United Methodist Student Movement
- SAVE program volunteer as a mentor/tutor to underprivileged children
- TeleCounselor for incoming Cadets
- PC Consultant for the IT Department
- Volunteer for several Citadel Alumni Association Programs
- A Founding Mentee in the Citadel School of Business Mentor Association
- Active Member of the Criminal Justice Society & Washington DC Trip Participant
- Member of the History Society
- Founding Member of the Paintball Club
- Member of the Charleston Area Society for Human Resource Managers (SHRM) & Acting Secretary for Diversity Committee of SHRM, Founding Treasurer and Member of the Human Resources Management Association Citadel Chapter President 2003-2004 & Treasurer 2002-2003 and Drinker of Happy Hour Beer at Weekly Meetings.
- Member of Several Charleston Area Toastmasters International Clubs, Area Governor for Charleston 2005-2006, Held Five Club Level Officer Positions, Charter Member of Toastmasters International “El Cid Toastdawgs” Vice President of Education 2003-2004.
Personal:
- Married for nearly 20 years to College of Charleston and Phi Mu Alumni Anna W. Wallace of Spartanburg
- Family that are Citadel Alumni: Grandfather-Mac Watkins ’51, Father-Buddy Wallace ’77, Uncle-Bill Watkins ’77, Cousin-Harry Wallace of the Atlanta Citadel Club ’77 Veteran Student, Uncle (In-Law)-John Myles ’84, Brother-Stuart Wallace ’10, Cousin ’16. – there are several other more distantly related graduates.
- Jay is a big fan of Citadel Athletics; Citadel football games are where his parents and he and his wife met.
- Jay and Anna live in West Ashley with their 2 children. On the weekends, you can most often find them sailing or cruising the Charleston water ways.
Candidate’s Statement:
A Commitment to Value: Strategic Leadership for the CAA
Value. This single word defines my professional philosophy and my personal mission for every member of The Citadel Alumni Association.
Whether building organizations from the ground up or enhancing established institutions, my career has been dedicated to a singular goal: driving tangible value and elevating groups to their maximum potential. This mission has been the cornerstone of my leadership at the Citadel Club of Charleston and in The Citadel Alumni Association and continues to guide my civic and professional endeavors.
Experience That Delivers
Having worked alongside the dedicated staff and members of the CAA for over 10 years, I have gained a deep, firsthand understanding of the operational excellence required to sustain our great organization. My candidacy is built on a foundation of proven experience:
Organizational Growth: A lifetime of experience building and scaling resilient organizations.
Member-Centric Focus: Committed to improving the alumni experience through strategic engagement and service.
Collaborative Leadership: A decade and a half of active partnership with the CAA to advance our collective goals.
I am running for Vice President to apply this mission and experience toward the future of the Long Gray Line. I invite you to learn more about my vision for our association.