Our Instructors
Meet Our Instructors
Russell Levy J.D
Authorized Osha Instructor
Russell Levy founded Veterans Transition Support in 2014 after identifying a critical gap in the resources available to service members leaving the military. A graduate of Tulane Law School, Russell has spent over a decade developing the VTS Military Transition Training Program, personally teaching career development, Lean Six Sigma, and OSHA safety courses to thousands of veterans and active duty service members across San Diego County. He previously served with Easter Seals of Southern California's Bob Hope Veterans Support Program and Veterans First before launching VTS as an all-volunteer nonprofit. Russell leads every Resource Brief and serves as the primary instructor for VTS training programs.
Merlyn Cruz-Felicano Veteran
Authorized Osha Instructor
Merlyn Cruz-Feliciano served in the United States Army as a logistics supply sergeant from 2002 to 2016, bringing 14 years of military service to her role at VTS. After her own unexpected transition out of the Army, Merlyn found VTS and became one of its most dedicated advocates — because she lived the challenge firsthand. She is currently pursuing a master's degree in mental health therapy and brings a deep understanding of the emotional and practical hurdles veterans face when re-entering civilian life. As Vice President, Merlyn supports VTS outreach and helps connect veterans to the programs and resources that made a difference in her own transition.
Aaron Pluff Veteran
Authorized Osha Instructor
Aaron Pluff is a veteran and Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer who volunteers his time teaching OSHA safety courses at VTS. He brings hands-on industry experience to every session, helping veterans and transitioning service members earn a federally recognized OSHA credential that opens doors across the construction, logistics, and safety industries.
Jason Deavers Veterans
Authorized Osha Instructor
Jason Deavers is a veteran and Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer with real-world safety industry experience. At VTS, Jason delivers OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 training to veterans and military spouses at no cost, equipping them with a career-ready certification recognized in all 50 states.
Miguel Huertanicacio Veteran
Authorized Osha Instructor
Miguel Huertanicacio is a Marine Corps veteran and an Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer who serves as Secretary of the VTS Board of Directors. Miguel plays a direct role in VTS training delivery, bringing hands-on safety industry expertise to the OSHA courses offered at no cost to veterans and military spouses in San Marcos. His dual role as both board officer and active instructor reflects the VTS model of leadership through service.
Austin Yeagle- Veteran
VA Home Loan Education Specialist
Austin Yeagle is a Marine Corps veteran and VA Home Loan Education Specialist who volunteers with VTS to help veterans and service members understand and use their VA home loan benefit. Austin's sessions cover eligibility, the loan process, and how to maximize one of the most valuable benefits earned through military service.
Sean Spinks Veteran
Authorized Osha Instructor
Sean Spinks is a retired United States Marine who serves on the VTS Board of Directors. Sean brings firsthand knowledge of military service and the challenges of the civilian transition to his role on the board, helping VTS stay grounded in the real experiences of the veterans it serves.
Kyndal Lake - Veteran
VA Home Loan Education Specialist
Kyndal Lake is a veteran and VA Home Loan Education Specialist who teaches VTS participants how to navigate the VA home loan program with confidence. Her goal is simple: make sure every eligible veteran in San Diego County knows exactly how to use the home loan benefit they earned.
Gordan Cameron Veteran
Authorized Osha Instructor
Gordan Cameron is a veteran and Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer who brings professional safety expertise to VTS training sessions. Gordan's instruction helps veterans enter the safety and compliance industry with a credential that employers across every sector recognize.
Taught by Professionals Who Know the Industry
Every VTS training program is delivered by a credentialed instructor with hands-on industry experience. Our instructors are not just teachers — they are working professionals who bring current, real-world knowledge into every session.
Interested in Teaching with VTS?
VTS is always looking for certified instructors who are passionate about supporting the veteran community. If you hold OSHA, Lean Six Sigma, or other recognized industry credentials and want to volunteer your expertise, contact us.