Volunteer for the Washington County GOP

Laurie Buckhout, a decorated retired Army Colonel, brings a distinguished military legacy to her commitment to public service. With a family history rich in military service, including her Infantry Colonel father and Army Air Corps Flight Nurse mother, Laurie’s dedication to her country runs deep. Her husband, Paul, a retired Army Infantry Airborne Ranger, shares this strong military lineage.

Laurie began her career in the Army Signal Corps in 1984 after earning a Bachelor of Science Degree from James Madison University on an ROTC Scholarship. Over 26 years, she served in various global assignments, including leading an 800-person battalion task force during the 2003 Iraq invasion. Her exceptional service earned her numerous military awards, including the Distinguished Service Medal and Bronze Star.

In 2010, Laurie retired and founded Corvus Consulting, a strategic consulting firm specializing in Electronic Warfare and Cyberspace Operations. Under her leadership, the company grew to over $43 million in value within seven years. A committed constitutional conservative, Laurie is actively engaged in supporting veterans and conservative causes in Edenton, North Carolina, where she resides with her husband and two sons. She proudly cast her first vote for Ronald Reagan in 1980.