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Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

Instructor of LGMT 420: Management of Production and Operations

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States

Mentored and instruct more than 400 diverse Army ROTC Cadets across four universities in Daytona Beach, FL, focusing on leadership, ethics, morals, logistics, and infantry tactics.• Orchestrate and execute a variety of events, collaborating with each of the four universities for both Army and National Guard activities.• Conduct instruction on Army officership for Sophomore Cadets.• Supervise a team of six individuals responsible for teaching and overseeing daily operations.• Hold fiduciary responsibility for managing four separate budgets, each with a direct report.• Provide comprehensive instruction on Command Supply Discipline Program fundamentals and Supply Chain Management to senior Army ROTC Cadets preparing for commissioning as Army Second Lieutenants.

Bremerhaven, Bremen, Germany

Accountable for strategically directing logistics personnel and equipment operations within the United States European Command (EUCOM) theater, facilitating the movement of Department of Defense (DoD) equipment between the Continental United States (CONUS) and seaports in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.• As a Senior Army Commander in Northern Germany, engaged regularly with local and state politicians, German contractors, businesses, and Bundeswehr military personnel. Coordinated complex movements via sea, roads, and rail across Europe and to the Middle East.• Managed vessel loading and discharge operations at seven ports in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.• Led the movement of 350+ vessels, 8,500 vehicles, 2,500 containers, and 155,000 long tons of cargo annually into and out of EUCOM.• Supervised all international cargo documentation and import/export customs clearance for DoD equipment and Personally Owned Vehicles (POVs) of service members within the theater and to CONUS.• Oversaw S&RTS contract management exceeding $24,000,000, encompassing longshoring, stevedoring, tallying & checking, ammunition movement, container repair, and full port support in Denmark and Sweden.• Directed Container Freight Station/Direct Procurement Method Household Goods and break-bulk stuffing and stripping operations.

Usag Torii Station, Okinawa

Accountable for strategic planning of joint training and operational endeavors spanning the Pacific region, specifically overseeing US Army watercraft and deployment personnel and equipment.• Formulated Performance Work Statements (PWS) for contracting services and supplies, strategically applied during Pacific Pathways operations in Thailand (Cobra Gold), the Philippines (Balikatan), and Australia (Talisman Sabre). Oversaw contract execution and evaluation.• Orchestrated comprehensive coordination of LCU vessel port husbandry and support throughout the Pacific for various missions and exercises, including mission planning and budget management.• Supervised a 11-member team encompassing the S3 operations section and the Support Operations (SPO) section.• Managed contract requirements and execution for the Pacific Pathways missions of Cobra Gold 2017 ($650,000), Balikatan 2017 ($570,000), and Talisman Sabre 2017 (over $1,300,000).• Entrusted with the role of Army liaison in Joint Task Force 505 during Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief Operation Sahayogi Haat in Nepal. Collaborated with diverse DoD components and NGOs to provide support.• Served as the Army liaison for the recovery of the grounded US Navy cargo ship Sgt. Matej Kocak, involving collaboration with biologists, EPA, various DoD entities, and the Government of Japan.

Usag Yongsan, South Korea

Directed and led a diverse team of over 500 personnel through a series of rigorous training exercises, emphasizing mission readiness and effectiveness with a specific emphasis on potential engagements with North Korean military forces. Prioritized the enhancement of strategic communications and warfighting equipment, ensuring preparation of personnel for contingency operations.• Commanded the tactical employment and operations of personnel and equipment in Seoul and Daegu, South Korea, supporting Department of Defense (DoD) operations and force projection.• Exercised supervisory oversight in the administration and operational command and control of over 500 Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilians, and Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldiers.• Administered 51 Company and Field grade legal proceedings, encompassing court martials, congressional investigations, Equal Opportunity investigations, and Inspector General investigations. Successfully removed toxic and dangerous personnel stationed overseas in South Korea, fostering improved conduct within Eighth Army.• Collaborated with South Korean Soldiers in building joint mission plans for Key Resolve and Ulchi-Freedom Guardian exercises.• Coordinated logistical requirements and directives for all US Army units stationed across South Korea.

Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska, United States

Performed key roles as a Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, and S3 Operations Officer in Charge, stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) in Alaska while operating from diverse locations including Fort Greely, AK, Fort Polk, LA, and multiple sites in Afghanistan. Accountable for mission planning, logistical coordination of personnel and equipment, resource planning, expansion of training initiatives, and the development of major exercises, all contributing to the successful execution of wartime missions in eastern Afghanistan.• Led 50 Soldiers as the Maintenance Platoon Leader at FOB Sharana in 2009, overseeing vehicle and equipment repairs.• Deployed to FOB Sharana, Afghanistan (2009-2010), managing aerial movements of personnel and equipment across FOBs, COPs, and bases in eastern Afghanistan. Supervised a platoon of 40 Soldiers.• Recognized with the Air Medal for outstanding performance in airborne operations, facilitating cargo delivery in the provinces of Paktika, Paktiya, and Khowst (P2K) in eastern Afghanistan.• Served as the Executive Officer for the 1-40 Cavalry Squadron Forward Support Company (FSC) in Alaska (2010-2011), directing operations planning, managing supplies and equipment distribution, and overseeing maintenance operations.• Deployed to Bagram Airfield (2011-2012), contributing to the Deployment Distribution Operations Center (DDOC) coordinating movements of personnel and equipment from Alaska to Afghanistan.• Worked in the Brigade Support Battalion (BSB) as the S3 Officer in Charge, playing a pivotal role in planning and managing ground logistical movements of people and equipment from FOB Salerno to various bases in Eastern Afghanistan, as well as coordinating resupply missions from Bagram Airfield.

Stevensville, Montana, United States

Worked collaboratively on a range of avionic projects, focusing on UH-1B helicopters and Cessna 172s. Successfully troubleshooted avionics issues and devised innovative solutions tailored to meet the intricate demands of timber harvest operations and forest wildfire firefighting using aircraft.• Spearheaded the complete rebuilding of a UH-1B helicopter from the Vietnam War era, serving as a full replacement for an airframe damaged beyond repair in a hard landing. Removed and redesigned avionics to meet specific timber logging service requirements, aligning with customer prerequisites.• Engineered and designed a comprehensive wiring schematic for a Cessna 172, creating and installing an avionics closet from scratch with new hardware focusing on firefighting missions.• Consulted with industry-leading avionics engineers and professionals, engaging in discussions to engineer products tailored to diverse customer projects involving helicopters and Cessnas.

Helena, Montana, United States

Worked closely with Doctors, Physician Assistants, and Nurses to assist in meeting the medical needs of the Montana National Guard (MTNG) Soldiers as an ROTC cadet at the University of Montana. Handled tasks such as administering audiograms, conducting optometric exams, and performing intravenous injections, contributing to the medical examination process for deploying Soldiers to Afghanistan and Iraq. Received recognition for strong ROTC qualifications, earning a Medical Internship at Fort Sam Houston during the summer school break of 2007, where I interned with a heart surgeon.

Nas Norfolk, Va

Oversaw and trained a team of 25 Marines (Active and Reserves) engaged in the repair and enhancement of navigation, communication, electronic countermeasures, propulsion, and powerplant avionics. Concurrently supported flight operations for both domestic and Iraq-based missions while stationed at NAS Norfolk, Virginia over a 24-month period.• Executed Quality Assurance (QA) responsibilities for 13 aircraft involved in counternarcotics and other DoD missions, resulting in zero losses and the continuous operational effectiveness of aircraft missions.• Orchestrated the deployment and utilization of avionic repair teams and equipment, maintaining 100% accountability and serviceability of all assigned equipment valued at over $25,000.• Recognized with the Navy Achievement Medal (NAM) by senior leaders for exceptional performance during a joint training deployment to MCAS Yuma, AZ.• Installed various avionics, executed technical directives, contributed to airframe updates, and facilitated diverse aircraft modifications.

Okinawa, Japan

Avionics Technician, responsible for the maintenance of avionics systems for a fleet of 13 CH-46Es based in Okinawa, Japan. Supported various exercises including Foal Eagle in South Korea, Cobra Gold in Thailand, Balikatan in the Philippines, and successfully completed three 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU ( SOC)) certification exercises on the USS Essex LHD-2 (Landing Helicopter Dock).• Conducted daily maintenance and repair operations for a fleet of 12 aircraft, ensuring optimal functionality.• Led the Corrosion Repair section, effectively minimizing aircraft downtime caused by corrosion-related issues.• Provided integral maintenance support during deployment with the 31st MEU, demonstrating expertise in avionics repair, corrosion control, airframe sheet metal and fiberglass repair, and the execution of transmission and engine removal and replacement.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Supply Chain Management, 3.95

Activities and Societies: Beta Gamma Sigma Honor SocietyThe KU School of Business offers a highly focused and specialized graduate program.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Human Biology, 3.29

Activities and Societies: Army ROTCA pre-medical program that concentrates on biology, chemistry, math, and physics.

Intermediate Level Education, Military Science And Operational Studies

Activities and Societies: Operational Contracting, Support Operations Course Phase 2CGSC expands students understanding of joint force.