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Louisville, Kentucky, United States

Grand Mound, Washington

Rochester, Washington, United States

Grand Mound, Washington

Louisville, Kentucky

Helping you find the best bourbon for your palate.

Louisville, Ky, United States

I tell the stories inside bottles of of spirits.

Nashville, Tennessee

Guiding you through the whisky production process.

Louisville, Kentucky

Grape to glass.

Provide biometric identity management solutions for a variety of applications, networks and users, in support of the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) and the Real time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS).Responsible for the application and assessment of authentication and verification systems, including site survey, preparation, and configuration of the RAPIDS and DBIDS systems, as well as on site installation, troubleshooting and remote support.

Responsible for development of organizational structure that stays true to founding principles.Developed a cohesive organizational strategy around shared goals, beliefs and values for a growing student organization that provides small loans to impoverished women in Honduras. Prepared, organized and trained student volunteers and project leaders for multi-week trips to Honduras, including situational awareness and high-risk scenario training. Conducted extensive investigation of business development services available to entrepreneurs in El Progreso, Honduras, leading to the establishment of a business development curriculum and business plan competition.

Fredericksburg, Va

Served as a member of Board of Directors of a national 501(c)(3) organization raising poverty awareness among college students by building immersive experiences. Responsible for identifying fundraising opportunities and developing partnerships with diverse group of stakeholders, including sponsors, students and program coordinators.

Established and managed critical satellite and LOS communications networks across Iraq. Provided dedicated support and streamlined operations through network optimization and design. Developed intelligence report aggregation system for a US Army Special Forces unit. MOS 25F20Network Switching Systems Operator-Maintainer performs maintenance on electronic switches, control centers, combat radios and other equipment associated with networks. They also use computers to troubleshoot the system when errors occur.Duties performed by Soldiers in this MOS include:Installs, initialize, operates, and performs unit level and direct support maintenance on electronic switching assemblages, systems, and ancillary communications equipment. Uses computers to perform system/network operations. Interprets BIT/BITE and error codes to correct system faults. Installs, operates, performs strapping, restrapping, preventive maintenance checks and services, and unit level maintenance on communication security devices. Operates and performs preventive maintenance checks and services on assigned vehicles. Installs, operates, and performs preventive maintenance checks and services on power generators.Supervises, and performs as senior team member, in the installation, operation, employment, and direct support systems maintenance of large and small electronic switches and associated equipment. Performs and assists subordinate operators in the conduct of switching and communication security operations, Combat Net Radio Interface procedures, and associated computer related technical tasks. Interprets orders and compiles system statistics for the Shift or Node. Requests logistical support for switching teams or shifts. Implements network control center generated changes to support operational requirements. Assists in the conduct of preventive maintenance checks and services procedures on assigned vehicles and power generators.

Bachelor'S Degree, Economics; Political Science

Activities and Societies: Students Helping Honduras, La Ceiba, Two Dollar Challenge

B.A. Political Science, Minors In Economics, International Security And Conflict

Activities and Societies: Economic Development Club, Omnicron Delta Epsilon (National Economic Honor Society)