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A seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience overseeing complex, high-risk, multifaceted operations and programs around the globe. Proven experience leading diverse teams of 600+ employees in dynamic and often ambiguous environments to accomplish the hardest missions. My expertise lies in optimizing processes and procedures to achieve success while cultivating a positive and empowering organizational culture as a leader of strong character and spotless integrity. I possess an uncanny ability to identify roadblocks or barriers to improvement within or outside an organization and get them out of the way so we can achieve success. Barrier identification and removal is my SUPERPOWER!!I have over a decade of experience in executive-level Command Leadership roles within the US Navy, the Department of Defense, and at top-tier academic institutions. I have been selected repeatedly ahead of my peers to lead diverse and unique organizations that were struggling or needed strong leadership to change their trajectory. Throughout my military career, I had the honor of leading and mentoring thousands of America’s finest patriots while defending our nation in locations around the World. I have lived on three continents and have a depth of experience working in Europe and Asia. My military travels have taken me to over 35 countries where I have gained valuable insights into cultural norms, business considerations, and general human dynamics. These experiences have deepened my understanding of the power that can be harnessed from diverse backgrounds. I am an accomplished endurance athlete with a passion for optimizing my performance and sustaining my health and fitness well into the second half of my life. I draw energy and drive from an intense training schedule that includes hundreds of miles of running, rowing, riding, and swimming each month. I take great pleasure in being able to role model positive leadership behavior, whether at work, at athletic events, or in my personal life. I am committed to “walking the walk” – every single day. My validated strengths include:Responsible Leader - I take ownership of what I commit to and follow through to completion. I am driven by principles and purpose and feel a strong sense of ownership to both processes and results. Exemplary Role Model and Mentor. Leads a purpose-driven life from a place of strong character, impeccable morals, and well-tested finely honed principles.Meticulous Arranger - I like to figure out how the pieces and resources can be arranged for maximum productivity.