A Journey of Service & Leadership U.S. Veterans Magazine

Dave Rice, a senior program manager in electrified drivetrain at Accelera by Cummins, is also a major in the United States Army Reserve. Living in the Detroit metro area with his three sons, partner and her daughter, Rice’s journey to Cummins began with a merger in 2022. With over 20 years in the commercial vehicle industry and over 29 years in the Army, Rice’s career reflects a profound dedication to service and leadership. His military career began in 1995 as a light wheel vehicle mechanic, followed by roles as a drill sergeant, first sergeant and eventually a second lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers. Today, he commands a reserve battalion responsible for training and validating Army Reserve and National Guard units.