Mariejo (MJ) Truex

Builder of High-Performing Teams | Strategic Sports Leader | Operational Architect | People-First Innovator

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

About

Transformational leader focused on results through data and assessment, strategic planning, and maximizing people. Strengths include identifying high impact ideas and seeing them through with a passion for leadership development through team building and communication. Proven to work effectively across generations and cultures.

Experience

  • Director, Programs and Events at American Swimming Coaches Association
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    Leads development and execution of ASCA’s flagship and premier coaches’ clinics and coach-specific programs, including the Coach Mentor Program, Women’s Initiative, and Ambassadors.

  • Coach at Pikes Peak Athletics
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Associate Trainer at Positive Coaching Alliance
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

  • Owner at True Peaks Pass LLC
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • USA Swimming (20 yrs 4 mos)
    • Senior Director, Sport Development Services
      Oct 2024 - Aug 2025 · 11 mos

      Oversees the strategic vision and direction of membership facing programs and services to increase coaching performance, athlete development, and club health through USA Swimming resources and LSC support. Leads Team Services Advisors, LSC Performance Services, and Curriculum and Education teams.

    • Senior Director, Team, Coach & Athlete Development
      Oct 2020 - Feb 2025 · 4 yrs 5 mos

      Oversees the strategic vision and execution of coach and athlete development through educational programs and services in USA Swimming’s club system. This includes both technical and non-technical aspects of performance and player development. Ensures that the American Development Model is utilized in the life cycle of the athlete and to provide tools to further professionalize coaching.

    • Senior Director, Education & Programs
      Sep 2019 - Oct 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Directs the planning, development, and delivery of educational programming for USA Swimming's member constituents: athletes, coaches, parents, volunteers, and staff. Proven leader and passion for leadership training and development.