Larry Carpenter is a lifelong Scouter. An Eagle Scout, Wood Badge recipient, and Vigil honor member of the Order of the Arrow, he was elected as National Explorer President in 1975. He has served in numerous positions and on numerous committees, including OA lodge advisor, his Council Executive Board, National Venturing Committee, National Religious Relations Committee, and the National Executive Board. Of all his positions, he is most proud of the time that he spent as a Scoutmaster and Venture Crew Advisor. In his day job, he is Chairman and CEO of the book publishing company, Christian Book Services. He and his wife, Linda, live in Franklin, Tennessee.
