Lieutenant Colonel Nicholas Zeisler
Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences
Bio
Lt Col Zeisler has served in Active Duty and the Air Force Reserves for over 26 years including time as an enlisted crypto-linguist Russian translator, a Wing Analyst, a Squadron Section Commander, an Analysis Flight Commander, Senior Operations Research Analyst, and Assistant Professor of Mathematics.
Additionally, in his civilian career he’s been a program manager, analyst, Process Engineer, Director of Customer Experience, and business consultant for companies such as Dell and Hewlett-Packard. He currently operates his own CX consultancy with clients in industries from oil and gas to technology to insurance and non-profits.
He lives in Denver, Colorado with his partner, Ron.
Education
Master of Military Operational Arts & Sciences, Air University, Air Command and Staff College, Maxwell AFB, AL (2009)
Master of Science, Operations Research, Air Force Institute of Technology, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH (2000)
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Colorado State University, Ft Collins, CO (1993)
Professional Experience
Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences, U.S. Air Force Academy (2018-present)
Senior Operations Research Analyst, Headquarters US Air Force, A9, Pentagon, D.C. (2012-2018)
Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences, U.S. Air Force Academy (2006-2012)
Honors & Awards
Meritorious Service Medal (w 1 device)
Air Force Commendation Medal (w 2 devices)
Air Force Achievement Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (w 1 device)
Air Force Organizational Excellence Award (w 3 devices)
Air Force Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal (w 1 device)
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon (w 1 device and gold border)
Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon (w 5 devices)
Armed Forces Reserve Medal (w hourglass and mobilization devices)
Air Force Training Ribbon (w 1 device)