Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Christopher Plamp, COO

Christopher Plamp leads the development and execution of the USO’s mission delivery strategy, overseeing operational, programming, expeditionary, and entertainment teams from more than 250 locations across the globe.

His prior roles include serving as the USO’s Senior Vice President of Operations, Programs, and Entertainment, and Chief Programs Officer and Chief Executive Officer at a Veteran Service Organization, Hire Heroes USA.

Christopher retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Colonel after 25 years. He was a Command Pilot primarily in the A-10 Warthog and MQ-1B Unmanned Predator, including selection as the A-10 East Demonstration Pilot. He was also an Air Liaison Officer and Joint Tactical Air Controller supporting numerous Army units culminating in his selection for the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC).

Christopher served in Operation Southern Watch, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was among the first American service members to deploy to the Middle East, as part of Task Force Kabar, following the attacks on 9/11. His awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, two Bronze Stars, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, four Meritorious Service Medals, and three Air Medals.

Christopher holds a Master’s degree in Military Art and Science from the Army’s Command and General Staff College and a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies from the Air War College. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Air Force Academy.