Brett Paul is a retired Command Sergeant Major with 30 years of service in the United States Army, spanning both Active Duty and the National Guard. His career includes service with 3/325 Infantry and 1/508 Infantry in Vicenza, Italy; the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg; Company H, 121st Infantry (Airborne – Long Range Surveillance); and the 48th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, where he culminated his career as the Brigade Command Sergeant Major.

Brett deployed in support of operations in Bosnia, Africa, Iraq, and Kosovo, serving in leadership and operational roles across a wide range of mission sets.

He spent many years as a certified Army instructor, teaching in the Airborne Course, Jumpmaster Course, and multiple specialized programs both in uniform and later as a contractor. His instructional experience includes the MC-6 Parachute Jumpmaster Transition Course, Land Warrior System, and the Army’s Short Range Marksmanship Course, among others. He is an Army-certified Range Safety Officer and Close Quarters Marksmanship Instructor, and has contributed to the development of multiple periods of instruction, including key elements of the Short Range Marksmanship program.

Brett has attended and completed numerous advanced combat and marksmanship courses, including:
– Short Range Marksmanship
– Squad Designated Marksman
– Sniper Employment Leaders Course
– Combat Applications Training Course (Marksmanship)
– Combat Applications Training Course (CQB)
– Combat Lifesaver
– Small Arms Weapons Expert Course

At the core of Brett’s instructional philosophy is a simple principle: training must fit the individual. One of his greatest strengths is the ability to quickly assess a shooter or student, identify gaps in performance, and translate complex skills into clear, repeatable actions that produce measurable results. This approach forms the foundation of True North’s emphasis on accountability, consistency, and real-world performance.