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Rex W. Tillerson

As a youth, Rex Tillerson’s summers were filled with Scouting experiences. These adventures taught him important life lessons such as the value of teamwork, how to lead, and, importantly, how to follow. He was able to challenge himself and stretch his wings, while developing into the leader he would become.

Utilizing many of the lessons he learned from Scouting, Rex rose through the ranks to become the chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil Corp. After leaving Exxon, he employed skills first learned in Scouting in the service of his country, serving as the 69th United States Secretary of State.

A past national president of the BSA, Rex continues to champion the development of the Summit Bechtel Reserve, contributing countless hours to develop curriculum for Rex  W. Tillerson Leadership Center and advocate for funding of the site.

Why I give...

“The investment with the greatest return is the one we make in our country’s youth. Scouting provides opportunities for young people to experience and understand the world around them—not only making them better citizens, but more successful contributors to the workforce.”

‒ Rex W. Tillerson

Scouting Affiliation and Honors

  • BSA National President (2010-2012)
  • BSA National Executive Board
  • Silver Buffalo Award
  • Distinguished Eagle Scout Award
  • Circle Ten Council Executive Board
  • Silver Beaver Award
  • James E. West Fellow
  • Roosevelt Fellow
Rex Tillerson with Scouts of all ages
Rex Tillerson with Scouts of all ages
Renda, left, and Rex Tillerson participate with Ross Perot Jr., Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, and Jim Turley at the dedication of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree. Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropist Jack Furst led the countdown to cut the ribbon on the venue.
Renda, left, and Rex Tillerson participate with Ross Perot Jr., Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, and Jim Turley at the dedication of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree. Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropist Jack Furst led the countdown to cut the ribbon on the venue.
Former U.S. Secretary of State and former BSA President Rex Tillerson greets fellow Eagle Scouts after the dedication of the Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Former U.S. Secretary of State and former BSA President Rex Tillerson greets fellow Eagle Scouts after the dedication of the Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Rex Tillerson, left, greeted Scouts from all nations after the dedication of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Rex Tillerson, left, greeted Scouts from all nations after the dedication of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropist Rex Tillerson enjoys conversation with Venturers during a break from jamboree festivities at WP Point.
Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropist Rex Tillerson enjoys conversation with Venturers during a break from jamboree festivities at WP Point.
Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropists Paul Christen, seated left, and Rex Tillerson, seated right, are joined by Eagle Scouts from across America for a gathering of Eagles photo at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Summit Bechtel Reserve philanthropists Paul Christen, seated left, and Rex Tillerson, seated right, are joined by Eagle Scouts from across America for a gathering of Eagles photo at the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.

Venues at Summit Bechtel Reserve

Ross Perot Leadership Hall was the location for a simulcast from the International Space Station during the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Ross Perot Leadership Hall was the location for a simulcast from the International Space Station during the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Visitors to the 2019 World Scout Jamboree gather in the lobby of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center.
Visitors to the 2019 World Scout Jamboree gather in the lobby of Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center.
International Scouts admire the bronze statue depicting Rex Tillerson in the courtyard of the Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center during the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
International Scouts admire the bronze statue depicting Rex Tillerson in the courtyard of the Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center during the 2019 World Scout Jamboree.
Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Classroom within Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Classroom within Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Classroom within Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Classroom within Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Ross Perot Leadership Hall at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Ross Perot Leadership Hall at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Lobby at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
Lobby at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
The Rees-Jones Foundation Leadership Veranda at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center
The Rees-Jones Foundation Leadership Veranda at Rex W. Tillerson Leadership Center

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