- Publisher of Barbary Tavern Publishing and all of its imprints, including Barstool Ballads and GiraffeCafe Books.- Working to build Barbary Tavern Publishing from the ground up. My vision is to create a small independent publishing house that will ignite imagination and broaden perspectives through exceptional literature. Barbary Tavern focuses on genre fiction, military non-fiction, and children's books.- I offer services as a developmental editor for genre fiction, military fiction,… Show more - Publisher of Barbary Tavern Publishing and all of its imprints, including Barstool Ballads and GiraffeCafe Books.- Working to build Barbary Tavern Publishing from the ground up. My vision is to create a small independent publishing house that will ignite imagination and broaden perspectives through exceptional literature. Barbary Tavern focuses on genre fiction, military non-fiction, and children's books.- I offer services as a developmental editor for genre fiction, military fiction, military non-fiction, and children's books. Show less

- Brought SuperSight $2M in revenue in 2022 by leveraging film production and linguistics expertise to help top U.S. tech firms train their artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) applications. - Oversaw SuperSight Media's transition from a small production company into an AI/ML technology and media services company.- Managed all project / staffing plans and delivery schedules; mentored and developed company staff.- Produced 100+ projects, including technology jobs… Show more - Brought SuperSight $2M in revenue in 2022 by leveraging film production and linguistics expertise to help top U.S. tech firms train their artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) applications. - Oversaw SuperSight Media's transition from a small production company into an AI/ML technology and media services company.- Managed all project / staffing plans and delivery schedules; mentored and developed company staff.- Produced 100+ projects, including technology jobs, podcasts, commercials, documentaries, and shorts, with an emphasis on China-related projects. Clients included BMW China, Mercedes China, and VICE. Show less

- Developed, implemented, and executed contracts between the U.S. Government and the governments of Japan and the Republic of Korea for U.S. Navy C4I systems and services.- Provided project and program management support for the integration of C4I systems delivered through Foreign Military Sales cases for Japan and Korea, totaling over $100M. - Facilitated, coordinated, and prepared Program Management Reviews of engineering design, installation planning, and cost / schedule analysis… Show more - Developed, implemented, and executed contracts between the U.S. Government and the governments of Japan and the Republic of Korea for U.S. Navy C4I systems and services.- Provided project and program management support for the integration of C4I systems delivered through Foreign Military Sales cases for Japan and Korea, totaling over $100M. - Facilitated, coordinated, and prepared Program Management Reviews of engineering design, installation planning, and cost / schedule analysis. - Built and maintained effective, positive relationships across multiple Department of Defense competencies and critical U.S. allies to successfully manage complex mission-critical projects throughout the Asia-Pacific region.- Provided detailed and impactful analytical solutions to complex problems, allowing U.S. government clients and foreign customers to make precise and timely decisions. Show less

SoCal China Report was an online resource that focused on the ways China and Southern California are becoming connected. We primarily examined investment projects, tourism trends, and educational exchanges. We also posted articles about Chinese culture, language, society, and anything else that might help our readers understand China. We disbanded the website in 2014 to focus on other China-related activities.

* Assisted in planning, coordinating, and conducting civil-military operations.* Provided expertise on the implication of military operations on the civilian populace. * Served as the interface between military commanders and a wide variety of civilian populations, agencies, and organizations. * Provided cultural and regional expertise to assist in training and preparing military forces for civil-military operations.

* Oversaw U.S. Marine Corps political-military relations and policy formulation with China and with important U.S. allies and partners such as Japan, Australia, and South Korea.* Formulated detailed long-term plans for improvement and management of the U.S. Marine Corps relationship with allied military services. * Served as lead agent for the Asia-Pacific region on a vast scale of political-military topics, including foreign military sales, high-level visits, and current policy… Show more * Oversaw U.S. Marine Corps political-military relations and policy formulation with China and with important U.S. allies and partners such as Japan, Australia, and South Korea.* Formulated detailed long-term plans for improvement and management of the U.S. Marine Corps relationship with allied military services. * Served as lead agent for the Asia-Pacific region on a vast scale of political-military topics, including foreign military sales, high-level visits, and current policy issues. * Developed strong relationships in the U.S. interagency community and with foreign military attachés and embassy personnel to improve U.S. Marine Corps Asia-Pacific policy coordination and strategic communications efforts.* Prepared and delivered hundreds of briefings and policy papers to senior Marine Corps leadership.* Traveled extensively with Marine Corps leaders to Asia-Pacific countries as a foreign policy and cultural advisor. Show less

Supply and Headquarters Company, 3d Supply Battalion, Okinawa, Japan. (*Note: Temporary absence from this job was for a one-year combat tour in Iraq, Mar 06 - Mar 07.)* Trained, led, and mentored a diverse unit of 300 Marines, consisting of personnel from a wide variety of job specialties, including logistics, supply and warehousing support, and budget management. * Developed and implemented a successful program to advise and train managers on leadership, ethics, and… Show more Supply and Headquarters Company, 3d Supply Battalion, Okinawa, Japan. (*Note: Temporary absence from this job was for a one-year combat tour in Iraq, Mar 06 - Mar 07.)* Trained, led, and mentored a diverse unit of 300 Marines, consisting of personnel from a wide variety of job specialties, including logistics, supply and warehousing support, and budget management. * Developed and implemented a successful program to advise and train managers on leadership, ethics, and productivity.* Established a program to overhaul mentorship and professional development standards within the unit; recognized for markedly improved the organization’s health, fitness, personnel welfare, and training standards. Show less

Phoenix Academy, Iraq Assistance Group, Multi-National Corps-Iraq, Taji, Iraq.* Provided timely and consistent logistical support to over 200 separate U.S. military training teams that were attached to Iraqi Army and National Police units located throughout Iraq.* Managed the Force Protection/Antiterrorism Program for the Phoenix Academy. Devised a force protection upgrade plan and successfully sought $200,000 in funding. Oversaw the project from inception to completion using an… Show more Phoenix Academy, Iraq Assistance Group, Multi-National Corps-Iraq, Taji, Iraq.* Provided timely and consistent logistical support to over 200 separate U.S. military training teams that were attached to Iraqi Army and National Police units located throughout Iraq.* Managed the Force Protection/Antiterrorism Program for the Phoenix Academy. Devised a force protection upgrade plan and successfully sought $200,000 in funding. Oversaw the project from inception to completion using an Iraqi construction company. * Used professional knowledge, personal relationships, and initiative to ensure that food, water, weapons, and equipment were delivered to customers, despite a hazardous and unpredictable environment. * Developed an antiterrorism/force protection curriculum and provided over 100 classes to American training teams and 80 permanent Phoenix Academy staff. * Lead or served on fifty combat and resupply missions; commended for combat service. Show less

* Excelled in a one-year graduate study program focused on U.S. national security and East Asian regional studies; extensively researched Chinese history, politics, society, and economics. * Graduated first in a class of 33 students in an intense 15-month Mandarin Chinese course at the Defense Language Institute; received a commendation for knowledge of Chinese language and culture. * Placed first in the 2004 Chinese Language Teachers Association of California Mandarin Speaking… Show more * Excelled in a one-year graduate study program focused on U.S. national security and East Asian regional studies; extensively researched Chinese history, politics, society, and economics. * Graduated first in a class of 33 students in an intense 15-month Mandarin Chinese course at the Defense Language Institute; received a commendation for knowledge of Chinese language and culture. * Placed first in the 2004 Chinese Language Teachers Association of California Mandarin Speaking Contest. * Conducted 13 months of Mandarin Chinese immersion training in Beijing. * Studied for a year at a Chinese university and traveled to 13 provinces of China.* Developed detailed knowledge of Chinese language, society, and cultural mores. Show less

3d Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Camp Pendleton, CA * Administered a $350,000 annual operating budget. * Divided and prioritized spending for equipment maintenance and purchases, personnel training, and administrative supplies. * Contracted and supervised private sector and government support for organizational administrative needs and military exercises. * Managed a 10,000 sq-ft warehouse and controlled $95,000,000 in military equipment, including sensitive… Show more 3d Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion, Camp Pendleton, CA * Administered a $350,000 annual operating budget. * Divided and prioritized spending for equipment maintenance and purchases, personnel training, and administrative supplies. * Contracted and supervised private sector and government support for organizational administrative needs and military exercises. * Managed a 10,000 sq-ft warehouse and controlled $95,000,000 in military equipment, including sensitive, high-technology missile systems. * Served as the direct supervisor and mentor for 16 personnel. Show less