Robert Oakley enlisted in the U.S. Navy in St. Louis, MO as a Fireman Recruit September 1, 1988. His first duty assignment was as a Machinist Mate on the USS Missouri. His Naval service was completed on August 31, 1990, at which time he returned to his home state of Illinois to go to college. While pursuing his degree, he married Tamara Oakley, in August of 1993 and now has four children: Rebekah, JoAnna, Michelle and Daniel. May 5, 1999, he reenlisted into the U.S. Army as a Musician. Years of having a family to provide for on an enlisted man’s pay made budgeting and finance a priority for him. He got his MBA in May 2017. His service in the Army ultimately brought him to New Braunfels, TX, where he retired from the Army and now is enjoying civilian life. You can contact Bob at bob@jubilee-effect.com.

Deborah Oakley enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in St. Louis, MO in Open Electronics in December 1985. Her first duty assignment was as a Computer Technician at San Vito Air Station in southern Italy. Deborah is a veteran of Operation Desert Storm; she left active duty service in 1993 to attend college. In June 1998 she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, and worked for several years as a Software Engineer. She’s also spent time in South Korea, teaching English as a Second Language, and has worked in Retail Management. She studies biblical Hebrew as a hobby, and would love to eventually live in Israel. You can contact Deborah at deborah@jubilee-effect.com.