I am a strategic, forward-thinking CEO with a proven track record of optimizing operations, boosting sales, and leading impactful negotiations. I excel at empowering top-performing teams, delivering innovative solutions, forging strategic partnerships, strengthening member communities, and tackling complex challenges, including revenue generation and member retention. In my role as President and CEO at the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce, I apply my expertise to drive transformative change, leading initiatives that steer member organizations toward growth and prosperity. Drawing on my rich blend of military and operations experience, complemented by my keen critical thinking skills and strategic mindset, I shape inventive programs and resilient success strategies across diverse sectors. Below is a selection of the top accomplishments from my career: ● Establishing the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce as the foremost leader in statewide community engagement by providing economic opportunities and fostering unity among veteran families.● Growing the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce member funding by 650% through strategic partnerships and grant opportunities. I led a transition to a new marketing strategy, which focused on attracting larger corporations and leveraging social media to highlight customers and provide a platform for nonprofit partners to discuss their positive community impact.● Coordinating Exemplar Globals' revitalization, achieving four-fold growth in under two years by renewing strategic alliances with entities like the DoD, expanding into global markets across Asia, Europe, Australia, and Africa, and forging ties with international representatives via conferences and targeted marketing to secure potential business partners.I am always open to expanding my professional network. If you would like to connect, please contact me.AREAS OF EXPERTISE Strategic PlanningRevenue GenerationPeople ManagementOperations LeadershipProgram DevelopmentStrategic EngagementBusiness DevelopmentCommunity EngagementNegotiating & FundraisingCustomer Engagement & RetentionTeam Building & Strategic Development