A businessman and military veteran, Frank Weissmann holds a master’s degree in technology commercialization from the University of Texas at Austin in addition to a bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University. An experienced project management leader, Frank Weissmann serves as a client success manager at Kasasa in Austin, Texas.
Before his work in business, Mr. Weissmann served as an infantry team leader in the United States Marine Corps Reserves (USMCR), during which time he was twice awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for combat valor. The USMCR, the largest command in the Marine Corp, was founded more than 100 years ago and currently includes nearly 40,000 reservists.
Prior to becoming a marine, a recruit must complete training in order to acquire the skills necessary for success. Recruits must also complete a strenuous boot camp and pass several fitness tests. These tests include:
The Physical Fitness Test (PFT) - A standard battle readiness test, the PFT utilizes a point system to score recruits in three areas: pull-ups or push-ups, crunches, and a three mile run that must be finished in 28 minutes or less.
The Combat Fitness Test (CFT) - A functional fitness test, the CFT also employs a point system to score marines on a timed 880 yard sprint, a thirty-pound ammunition can lift, and a 300-yard obstacle course designed to assess a marine's ability to maneuver under fire.
