I am a retired U.S. Air Force Master Air Battle Manager, where I have served for over 20 years in various roles and capacities. I have led and managed teams of up to 200 people, coordinated and executed complex programs, dynamic air operations, and supported national and international security objectives. I have a Master of Arts in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminal Justice from the University of Northern Colorado. I have completed USAF Air Command and Staff College and developed skills in organizational leadership, military operations and defense. I am passionate about advancing the defense and space capabilities of the United States and its allies, and I am currently transitioning to retirement over the next several months with an approved retirement date of 1 Nov 24.