Biography

Tom Schmall is a man who has dedicated his life to service. He truly has a passion for helping others achieve their goals. Tom helps to maximize people's potential. Tom served in the US Coast Guard for over 20 years. During his time in the guard, Tom was the Command Financial Specialist. He was responsible for accounting, book keeping, keeping stock of inventory, and helping other people recover from debt. He served all over the country in places such as Alaska, Oregon, California, and Louisiana. Tom's proudest moment professionally speaking comes from his years in the Coast Guard. He helped 14 individuals grow into higher ranks. Tom was also inspired to go back to school because of his years in the US Coast Guard. Tom gives credit for his experience in the guard as the major contributor to successfully graduating from Upper Iowa University in 2016 with a Bachelor's of Business Administration. Tom is currently in graduate school to receive his Master's degree in Sport Administration from Upper Iowa University. Since retiring from the Coast Guard, Tom has been serving as the Masters Swim Coach at the Ochsner Fitness Center in Louisiana. Tom has been swimming since middle school; therefore, he naturally fell into the coaching profession. He coaches both the Master's and Junior's swim team, which consists of children ranging from 6-14 years old. Tom also does individual swim coaching as well. In the next few years, Tom hopes to become a Level IV masters swim coach. In his free time, Tom takes on many hobbies. Tom has an up and coming woodwork shop that he hopes to expand. Tom also enjoys traveling and has gone to places such as Sweden, France, Belgium, and Argentina. Tom also likes wine tasting and Malbec is his favorite type of wine. Tom enjoys horseback riding as well. Tom also volunteers at the local Food Bank in Louisiana.