Cody Cerny
Consultant - United States
Cody Cerny has worked as the Chief of Staff for a world-renowned expert in performance and leadership based in London. In this role, he created and implemented onboarding management systems and was responsible for organizational strategy and structure across Europe, Asia and North America. He worked closely with stakeholders and built a culture that was rooted in integrity and performance.
Prior to his previous role, Cody spent 9 years in Combat Search and Rescue in the United States Air Force Special Operations. During this time, he planned and executed missions in coordination with various military organizations. As a Pararescue Helicopter Team Leader, Cody was an advisor to seven countries as a Technical Rescue and Medical Instructor. In 2014, Cody was awarded Pararescueman of the Year for the 48th Operations Group.
He is a graduate of the US Air Force Dive School for Rigorous Combat Dive Operations, HALO Military Free Fall School, Intensive Combat Training and Survival School, and the Paramedic-EMT Program. Cody holds an Associate in Applied Science degree in Personnel Recovery from The United States Air Force.
Cody also holds his black belt in Aikido, which he earned during an intensive martial arts training program that he completed while living in Tokyo, Japan. Cody enjoys fitness and multiple outdoor activities. He also enjoys industrial design and the design process.
Awards and Recognition
- Pararescueman of The Year – 48th Operations Group, 2014
- Air Force Commendation Medal (With Valor), 2012
- Air Force Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service, 2009-2011 and 2014
- Two-Time Recipient, Air Medal, Awarded by President of The United States, 2012/2013
- Citation, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Operation Enduring Freedom, 2011
Public Speaking and Service
- Board Member, Board Secretary, Shields & Stripes, 2023
Thought Leadership and Articles
- Beyond SAP: A Primer for Digital Transformation, IQ Insigniam Quarterly, Summer 2024
- Experts Debate Generative AI Impacts on Healthcare, Insigniam Blog, April 2024
- When Innovation Saves Lives, IQ Insigniam Quarterly®, Spring 2024
- Managing the Blind Spots in Your Organization, Insigniam Blog, October 2022
- Facing The Facts As The First Step To Success, Insigniam Blog, September 2022
- Innovation: Let Go of the Past to See New Possibilities, Insigniam Blog, June 2022
- Gaining A Competitive Edge With Language, Insigniam Blog, May 2022
