Rogers commissioned into the Army in 1987 through ROTC as a graduate of Michigan Technological University.[2] As a lieutenant, Rogers was branched as an engineer officer. He started as a platoon leader in the 107th Engineer Battalion in Calumet, Michigan. Rogers stayed in the 107th Engineer Battalion until 1998 in various roles. In 2003, Rogers joined the 507th Engineer Battalion as the executive officer. In 2005, he became commander of the battalion and was in charge when they deployed to Balad, Iraq.[2] In 2007, Rogers transferred to the Joint Force Headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. From 2009 to 2012, Rogers was the Regimental Commander of the 177th Regimental Training Institute. By late 2012, Rogers transferred to the 46th Military Police Command. He worked as assistant chief of staff, chief of staff, and finally deputy commander.[2]
Maj. Gen. Rogers with Governor Gretchen Whitmer at the swearing in ceremony.
Rogers has been in charge of the Michigan National Guard throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. He has overseen the national guard response and relief in the state. The Michigan National Guard has been utilized at an unprecedented rate throughout the pandemic.[6] Under the command of Rogers, there have been numerous state activations and thousands of COVID tests and vaccinations have been administered.[7]
About 1,000 Michigan National Guard members were activated to provide security before and following the Inauguration of Joe Biden.[8]
Rogers most recently was employed as the United States Army Material Command as the director of the United States Army Tank Automotive Research, Development, and Engineering Command (TARDEC), a Tier 2 Senior Executive Service position.[10] Rogers and his wife Sally have three children. He is a native of Calumet, Michigan and resides in Farmington Hills.[1]
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