397 Millennium - Eighteenth Edition SOCIAL SERVICES AND NONPROFIT At a young age, Charles W. Perryman Jr. felt a strong pull towards a career in technology. He attended Northern Virginia Community College, where he learned about coding, machine language and information technology (IT). After earning an associate degree in business management in 1984, he began working in the IT industry and secured a position at SWIFT, where he would remain until his retirement in 2024. Mr. Perryman continued his education as a mid-career professional and holds a Bachelor of Science from Strayer University. During his time with SWIFT, he explored five different career paths culminating in a position as the company’s global data center manager. Alongside his career in IT, Mr. Perryman has spent nearly 40 years as a volunteer firefighter. He began his training in 1983 and was drawn to the challenges posed by the work and the opportunities the job afforded to have a positive impact on his community. Over time, he rose through the ranks and obtained numerous certifications, enriching his experience in the process. He is currently the president and deputy fire chief of the Culpeper County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association and has served as an adjunct instructor of firefighting classes at the Virginia Department of Fire since 2011. In recognition of his service, the Culpepper Chamber of Commerce named him an outstanding citizen in 2022. Moving forward, Mr. Perryman intends to dedicate his time to his grandchildren. Though he is now retired from his role at SWIFT, he hopes to continue doing volunteer work and serving as an adjunct instructor. He plans to become chief of the Culpepper Fire Department soon, and as a leader, he strives to deliver a more modern philosophy. Millennium Magazine Featured Listee CHARLES W. PERRYMAN JR. PRESIDENT Culpeper County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association Culpepper, VA
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