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Ed Magee

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Chief Operating Officer at Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
📍 Franklin, Tennessee, United States

Ed Magee is a distinguished operational leader and combat veteran who transitioned from the Marine Corps to executive roles at iconic brands like Fender and Harley-Davidson. Now the COO of the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine, he is building a new medical school while serving on the board of WD-40 Company. Colleagues describe him as smart, savvy, and empathetic.

He is deeply engaged in community causes, particularly youth empowerment and veterans advocacy. Through his Presidential Leadership Scholars project, he focuses on mentoring young men with organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs. He also co-led a successful $1 billion California ballot initiative to fund music and arts education in public schools.

Unique fact: Ed was selected as a 2025 Presidential Leadership Scholar, a prestigious program hosted by the presidential centers of George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Lyndon B. Johnson.

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Experience
37 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
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AI Governance
He co-authored an article and leads NACD Nashville forums on the ethical implementation and board oversight of AI, particularly within the healthcare sector.
Corporate Governance
As Chair of NACD Nashville and a board member for WD-40 Company, he is a recognized voice on board effectiveness, risk oversight, and leadership.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Chief Operating Officer
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
2-2023
Vice President Strategic Operations
Belmont University
6-2022
Member Board Of Directors
WD-40 Company
1-2020 - 6-2022
Co President, Fender Play Foundation
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation
4-2019 - 12-2022
EVP Operations
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation
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Media appearances

Ed Magee Selected for Presidential Leadership Scholars Program. Featured in Belmont University News
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Education
2002 - 2004
MBA
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business
11-2021 - 1-2022
Black Corporate Board Readiness Program
Santa Clara University
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