About Me

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  BEMIDJI, MN, December 19, 2025, Tyrone K. Clark, PhD, has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are considered during the selection process.

 Dr. Clark has established a distinguished career spanning nearly 40 years in administrative management and organizational support. Currently, as an administrative management specialist at the Chippewa National Forest, United States Department of Agriculture—a role he began in 2024—he provides direct support to the forest supervisor and deputy forest supervisor. Specifically, his responsibilities include managing employee onboarding systems and identification card issuance; serving as the key control officer, overseeing key distribution; and supervising vehicle assignment and checkout procedures.

Prior to this role, Dr. Clark served as executive assistant at the Chippewa National Forest from 2013 to 2024. In this position, he was instrumental in supporting senior leadership by handling complex administrative functions, ensuring seamless operations across the organization. His ability to foster relationships across diverse backgrounds was particularly evident during this period, as he consistently bridged gaps between individuals of different cultures, nationalities, and ethnicities — an achievement that stands as a hallmark of his professional journey.

From 2008 to 2013, Dr. Clark served as a Community and Family Program Assistant with the Department of Defense. In this capacity, he provided vital administrative support to Army Community Service programs, helping military families navigate challenges and access essential resources. His commitment to uniting people from various backgrounds was reflected in his work with military communities, where he played a pivotal role in building cross-cultural understanding.

Dr. Clark’s earlier career includes over two decades of service with the United States Army. From 1986 to 2008, he served as a logistics noncommissioned officer, managing operations critical to mission success. His tenure also included service as an administrative management specialist in the Army Reserve from 

1981 to 1986, where he developed foundational expertise in organizational support and administration.

Throughout his career, Dr. Clark has been recognized for building meaningful relationships across cultural divides. As an African American who has often been the only person of his race in key roles, he has championed diversity and launched initiatives to foster inclusivity. As volunteer chair of the Cass Lake Area Food Shelf, he forged new partnerships within the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe reservation, expanded services, and increased cross-community outreach.

Dr. Clark earned a PhD in theology from Ascend Christian University in 2025 and an MA from the Theological Institute of Florida in 2022. His studies inform his leadership and community work, grounding him in faith-based principles.

The values instilled by Dr. Clark’s mother, Janie Mae Clark, a single parent who raised five children, have been central to his success. Her example of perseverance and hard work inspired Dr. Clark and his siblings to pursue excellence in their respective fields, reinforcing the importance of determination and resilience throughout their lives.

After completing 23 years of military service as an administrative management specialist and logistician, Dr. Clark transitioned into civilian roles, initially continuing his focus on administrative leadership and organizational support. Building on his experience with the Department of Defense, he moved into his current tenure with the United States Department of Agriculture at the Chippewa National Forest.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Clark is actively involved in civic organizations, including Gideons International, and serves as chair of the Cass Lake Area Food Shelf board. His service is reflected in recognition such as the Defense Meritorious Service Medal from the United States Army in 1988 and a Youth Coaching Award from Army Community Services.

Dr. Clark is also an accomplished author whose works include “My Journey in Grace”, “My Journey in Grace: A Brand New Story,” “Inspired Within,” “Are You Afraid to Step off the Boat?” and “My Journey in Grace: Stretched by Faith.” Through these publications, he explores themes of faith, resilience, and second chances, mirroring his lifelong commitment to inspiring others through lived experience.

Outside his professional pursuits, Dr. Clark enjoys writing, speaking engagements, and running. He is dedicated to expanding his reach as an author and speaker with the goal of inspiring individuals to live fully rather than merely exist. Additionally, Dr. Clark seeks opportunities to travel more extensively and speak at larger venues so that he may positively impact more lives by encouraging people not to give up during difficult times and emphasizing the importance of living meaningfully.