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I joined PII after a very rewarding career as a naval officer/aviator. I loved my work in the Navy, making a positive difference in people’s lives and contributing to the security of our great nation. As a member of PII’s leadership team, I am again privileged to be part of an organization that is making a positive difference and motivating people to achieve their top performance. I am especially excited about our Philanthropic and Inspiring Events product line. In particular, I am proud of our Tribute to Honor program that recognizes the inspiring service and sacrifice of our Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, and as a result, inspires and motivates the employees of our clients.Performance Improvement Incentives (PII) designs and executes inspirationaltravel rewards and corporate meetings for blue chip clients. Our teamreaches beyond the ordinary to create one of a kind experiences that last alifetime. Our customers value us for creative strength born of experienceand our passion for exceptional service.

Led a staff of fifteen in the training and education of over 100 Midshipmen, Marines, and Sailors for the Chicago Area Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps. Personally taught the cap-stone course in Leadership and Ethics to help prepare students for the moral dilemmas and ethical challenges they will face in their professional lives. Ensured leadership development was the most important element of students' progress. Integrated Operational Risk Management into all phases of training, resulting in zero mishaps. Implemented a new strategic vision for the Consortium, captured succinctly in the program's new motto - "Building Strong Leaders for America's 21st Century Navy/Marine Corps Team." Efforts led to the commissioning of 56 new officers in the Navy and Marine Corps, helping ensure a bright future for the country's Naval Services.

U.S. Defense and Naval Attaché Served as principal military advisor to US Ambassador, and Section Head on Embassy Country Team. Developed strategic vision for the long term advancement of U.S. national interests in Peru and all of South America. Planned and executed multiple high level visits to the embassy and host nation, including a visit by the U.S. Secretary of Defense. Escorted the Peruvian Chief of Naval Operations and the Peruvian Minister of Defense on separate visits to the United States. Led a multi-service/multi-national staff of twelve. Implemented comprehensive policy reforms that fostered teamwork and a high level of esprit de corps among the attachés and support staff. Result was the development of the Defense Attaché Office (DAO) into a net contributor to the overall U.S. mission and the creation of a tremendous spirit of cooperation between the DAO and the other federal agencies represented in the embassy.

Led 3100 U.S. military, civilian, and third country national contract employees across sixteen tenant commands on the Navy's only isolated major shore command, located on the island of Diego Garcia in the British Indian Ocean Territories. Provided logistic support to joint forces deployed to the Indian Ocean and Arabian Gulf in support of U.S. national objectives, including operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Implemented visionary ideas, including Virtual Ombudsman, on-island Fleet and Family Support Office, and high impact training on critical subjects such as fraternization, alcohol abuse, and sexual assault prevention. Expertly managed an annual budget of $50 M and a plant value of $850 M. Result was improved readiness, a 100% mission accomplishment rate and selection as the #1 of 6 installations and winner of the regional Installation Excellence Award - the first time ever for Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia.

Expertly managed the $2.4M annual Partnership for Peace (PFP) Budget and coordinated with multiple NATO commands and U.S. Joint Forces Command to flawlessly execute over 100 PFP events. These events, including training evolutions, conferences, and symposia, ultimately led to NATO expansion and the welcoming of nine former Warsaw Pact nations as new members.

Led the squadron's 350 people to unprecedented success. Using the principles of Operational Risk Management, his team completed 11 years of class A mishap free flying, won the Chief of naval Operations Safety Award, and achieved a 100% mission completion rate in the hi-visibility executive transport area.Earlier experiences included various aviation assignments, as well as a tour as a Congressional Liaison Officer to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees.