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Commanded a team of 32 elite personnel that specialize in localizing, neutralizing and removing underwater explosive hazards to safeguard maritime vessels, undersea infrastructure and the environmentManaged and led three geographically separated units that are dedicated to maintaining maritime stability and improving strategic relationships with key Asian partners, contributing to a free and open Pacific OceanOversaw $50 million portfolio of Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) and all operational level planning Spearheaded critical AI/ML upgrades for UUVs, reducing risk to personnel and improving operational efficiency while also positioning our team at the forefront of technological innovationServing on three esteemed global working groups to provide UUV expertise and shape international AI/ML standards in undersea warfare through international agreements and experimentation exercises

Led a forward deployed team of eight highly-skilled operators while being personally responsible for $10 million of mission essential equipment and all tactical level planning of NATO mine countermeasures operationsManaged the human, transportation, logistics, financial and medical resources to execute 15 international missions supporting global security initiatives for the European & African theaterForged strategic relationships in 10 NATO multinational engagements designed to improve interoperability, reinforcing NATO-allied posture before the Russo-Ukrainian war

The Honor Foundation is dedicated to helping transitioning service members, with a particular focus on those with backgrounds in U.S. Special Operations. Our program provides a clear and comprehensive process for professional development, which includes classes, mentorship, coaching, and unparalleled support during a fellowship experience.Each step of our fellowship program is designed to prepare service members for a successful transition to civilian life and help them realize their full potential. We understand that the skills and experiences gained during military service are highly valuable and sought-after in the civilian workforce. As a result, our program is tailored specifically to these service members, providing them with the tools, resources, and guidance they need to succeed in the next chapter of their careers.The Mission: "To serve others with honor, for life. So, their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world.Specialties: • Leadership • Team Building • Strategic Planning • Logistics • Problem Solving • Communication • Risk Management

The Diving Officer course trains Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD), Engineering Duty (ED) Officers, Seabee Officers, Army Engineer and Coast Guard Officers in supervision and diving techniques for surface, supplied air and mixed gas, SCUBA and closed circuit operations.The course provides instruction in diving physics; divingmedicine; recompression chamber operation and maintenance; SelfContainedUnderwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) equipment operationand maintenance; surface supplied diving (SSD) techniques, procedures,systems, and equipment; advanced diving medicine, Divers Life SupportSystems (DLSS) certification procedures; air diving supervisorprocedures; hydraulic tools operation and maintenance; underwatercutting equipment operation and maintenance; underwater weldingequipment operation and maintenance; basic ship construction andsalvage equipment operation; salvage calculations; hydrographic surveyprocedures; side scan SONAR operations; remotely operated vehicle(ROV) operations; and swift water diving operations.

Senior Design Project through Viterbi School of Engineering. Worked on a team of three engineering students to develop a value stream map and create a proposal to reduce all up utilization for the F-35 autoclave process. Constructed optimization model and utilization batching tool that increased utilization by 14.5%, decreased overall time by 17% and reduced energy costs by $340,000.

The Navy Reserve Officers Training Program (NROTC) is a multi-year program that runs concurrently with a student’s normal college or university educational course of study. In addition to a normal academic workload leading to a Baccalaureate degree, NROTC students attend classes in Naval Science, participate in the NROTC unit for drill, physical training, and other activities, and are generally taught the leadership principles and high ideals of a military officer.USC NROTC Website: http://www.usc.edu/dept/nrotc/

The IFC Judicial board is the governing judicial board for the IFC Greek Fraternities at the University of Southern California. The IFC Judicial Board is responsible for investigating reports of fraternity conduct inconsistent with established Inter-Fraternity Constitution. During my term, two amendments were passed through the constitution.

I served as the president of my Upsilon Chapter of 110 brothers. I work tirelessly to strengthen my organization’s relationship with the university and national chapter while also leading an executive board that manages a $500,000 annual budget. I participated in a Greek president-led campaign that urged students to take the pledge to stand against sexual assault. We invited students to attend a conversation with community leaders and experts on sexual assault, and furthermore raised money for the Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center. By combining philanthropic efforts across the Greek community, we were able to make a lasting impact on the local community.

ACG provides an intellectually stimulating outlet for students who want to apply what they are learning, build a strong work ethic, develop consulting skills, and fuel a sense of teamwork. ACG is an on-campus organization which provides students with the chance to gain valuable hands-on work experience while pursuing their degrees.Website: http://www-scf.usc.edu/~acg/Twitter: @USCACGContact Information: http://www-scf.usc.edu/~acg/contact.html

Currently on a research team composed of five undergraduate students under the supervision of Dr. Najmedin Meshkati studying the Nuclear Safety Culture and Security of the commercial and military Nuclear industry. We are a team that is directed to understand and improve the Safety Culture within the Nuclear Industry. Our team was awarded the Undergraduate Research Associates Program (URAP) funding to propel our project further http://www.usc.edu/programs/ugprograms/ugresearch/faculty_urp.shtml

Immersed in the multi-faceted Engineering department to learn innovative product development in a non-English speaking environment. Exposed to in-depth training in every department of the factory to develop a detailed holistic understanding of production manufacturing. Developed a 3D Solidworks prototype for the plastic injection-molding department to test a new product.

Worked as a Sales Associate and specialized in the footwear department. Assisted customers in finding their desired footwear.