General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of unmanned aircraft and high resolution surveillance and radar imaging systems, including the Predator UAV series and the Lynx SAR/GMTI sensor system. I manage development and integration of emerging technologies in the Mission Payloads and Exploitation (MPEx) Division. We design/build innovative payloads and integrate new capabilities to solve big problems for our customers. Systems include: Sensors, Automation, Long Range Communications, Datalinks, Electronic Warfare and Data Exploitation.

Project Recover is a collaborative effort to enlist 21st-century science and technology in a quest to find and repatriate Americans missing in action since World War II, in order to provide recognition and closure for families and the Nation.

B.I.A.N.C.A. (http://biancausa.org) is a San Diego based nonprofit organization established to provide funds for physical, psychological and occupational therapy for autistic children in need and to support autism research and cures.We run a program to teach non-verbal children and their families how to setup, manage and use Augmentative Assistive Communications (AAC) devices. We provide the program free of charge to families in need. In short, BIANCA gives non-verbal children a voice! If you would like to know more or if you know of a child or family who needs our help, please contact me.

The Strategic Alliance for Veteran Integration (SAVI) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing knowledge and resources to military Veterans transitioning into civilian life and to the organizations that support them. I served a 1 year term as a corporate board member.

Technology startup leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to modernize and optimize international ocean going cargo shipping. I actively advised the CEO on strategy, organizational design and technology development.

Marine Corps University (MCU), Quantico VA - https://www.usmcu.edu Through resident and non-resident programs, the Marine Corps University develops the professional competence of Marines, other service, international, and civilian students. Graduates are prepared to perform with increased effectiveness in service, joint, interagency, intergovernmental and multinational environments at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels of war, across the range of military operations. I managed and taught two accredited graduate level programs for the College of Distance Education and Training (CDET), San Diego Campus. Led a staff of Active Duty and civilian faculty through execution of Command and Staff College and Expeditionary Warfare School. Utilized case studies, guided discussion and analytical writing; cultivated critical thinking and strategic problem solving. Developed leaders with moral courage and character worthy of leading America’s youth.During my tenure, the programs expanded by over 150%, from 45 to over 120 graduates per year. Partnered nation sales exploded 10-fold, from 1 or 2 students to over 20 students per year. Established great international partnerships for continued education of officers from Canada, Australia, Chile and Mongolia. Participated in a successful faculty exchange with the Swedish Defense University.

11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) (http://www.11thmeu.marines.mil) is a forward-deployed, rapid-response force capable of conducting amphibious operations, crisis response, contingency and maritime special operations.Applied, interviewed and selected through a highly competitive process. As Executive Officer and Second in Command of 2600 Marines and Sailors, my responsibilities ranged from direct management of the cross functional staff (16 direct reports), budget execution (over $50M) and accountability and maintenance of equipment (over $1.5B). Directed to prepare for multiple simultaneous operations, I was tasked with establishing an independent Task Force. Designed and built a new organization of over 650 personnel. Led the 11th MEU “Bravo Command” for over a year, operating from an independent Amphibious Assault Ship, while maintaining overall Second in Command responsibilities for the larger team. Successfully trained and deployed the task force, supervising daily changing mission requirements. Leveraged data analytics, global intelligence and cutting edge technologies to support innovative problem solving, operational decision making and supply chain management.Planned and executed Crisis Response operations in the Middle East and activities across four continents. Led large scale operations in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait (responsible for over 1,000 personnel). Supervised events in Bahrain, Djibouti, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangladesh, Chile and the Philippines.Conducted significant engagement and successful partnership building with international stakeholders. Extensive coordination and team building with partnered nations, including: national governments, military, police, business partners, religious leaders, and civil authorities. Coordinated with US Reginal Commands, Department of State, Special Operations Forces, Non-Government Organizations, contractors and media.

3d Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) (http://www.3rdmaw.marines.mil) is the largest Air Wing in the Marine Corps, operating all types of manned and unmanned aircraft. Deployed globally, the Wing operates 450 aircraft with 17,000 personal and a budget of over $860M.Head of Strategic Planning, led a diverse team (8 direct reports), who analyzed changing requirements and developed innovative solutions. Managed the Air Wing Force Deployment Program, responsible for a long-range training and readiness plan in support of global engagements. Certified mission readiness for 13 operational squadrons, including over 3,000 Marines and Sailors. Ultimately planned a Wing level deployment to Afghanistan, of which I participated in. Planned and integrated the first Wing level Command and Control training into the new service level Integrated Training Exercise (Live Fire). Established precedence for a service wide initiative for continued Wing level Command and Control Training.

3d MAW deployed to Helmand Province Afghanistan, tasked to provide Aviation support to I Marine Expeditionary Force and Command and Control for all NATO coalition aviation operations. 3d MAW (forward), planned and executed Offensive Air Support, Assault Support, Air Defense, Casually Evacuation and Aviation Command and Control throughout the region. This included direct authority over US Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and UK Army aviation operations and command and control for up to 5 additional partnered nations.Moving to Afghanistan, I transitioned to Director of Current Operations, responsible to supervise execution of the plan that I had developed. My responsibilities included creating and implementing Command and Control procedures and publishing a Standard Operating Procedures manual. This required building productive relationships and strategic alliances with multiple organizations from 7 nations and all US services to align procedures and account for individual requirements.Established and supervised a 24-hour Operations Center and a cross-functional planning team of over 60 U.S. and British Personnel (including 9 direct reports). Held launch and divert authority for theater based aircraft, often requiring immediate life changing decisions. Dynamically tasked or diverted Close Air Support missions for 345 urgent air requests. Directly coordinated over 300 Medical Evacuation missions, supporting over 500 urgent or priority patents.

Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO) is a small specialized organization designed to support joint, allied and partnered nations. ANGLICO Marines are experts in all areas of Fire Support and receive specialized training in foreign partnering including culture, language and weapon systems. ANGLICO is a well-resourced organization, equipped with cutting edge technology, robust communications and other non-traditional equipment.Selected for this position as a recognized Subject Matter Expert in Close Air Support, operational planning and aviation integration. As the Senior Forward Air Controller (FAC) and a Joint Terminal Attack Controller - Evaluator (JTAC-E), task organized, trained and mentored over 50 JTACs and 40 Fire Support Teams. Supervised the staff (7 direct reports), managing administration and logistics of the organization. Responsible for an annual budget over $2M as well as accountability and maintenance of over $50M in vehicles, weapons and communications equipment. Conducted extensive international partnering, mentoring and capability development. Planned, equipped and supervised deployment and execution of 11 joint and international exercises. Trained with partners across North America, Asia and Europe. Led a team in Poland to assist the 11th Armored Division in preparation for deployment. Analyzed Poland’s fire support capabilities, developed and implemented a training plan to improve organizational efficiencies. Supervised a short notice (less than a 30 day) unit deployment to Afghanistan. Rapidly re-organized and developed an operational design to support emerging requirements. Coordinated and conducted fire support throughout Afghanistan within hours of arrival, working with all US services and six partnered nations. Conducted extensive evaluation of the Afghan National Army, developed a robust training program to increase mission effectiveness.

Graduated Advanced Jet Flight Training as class “Honor Graduate”. Over six years, served in two squadrons and a Marine Air Group, holding the following leadership roles: Combat Flight Leader, Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, Security Manager, Logistics Officer and Maintenance OfficerConducted two operational Aircraft Carrier based deployments across Asia and the Middle East. Conducted partnered training exercises in Guam, Japan, Korea and India. Flew dozens of combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Graduated Advanced Helicopter Flight Training as class “Honor Graduate”. Over seven years, served in three squadrons holding the following leadership roles: Combat Flight Leader, Maintenance Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Safety and Standardization Officer and Intelligence Officer.Conducted three operational deployments (ship and land based) across Asia and the Middle East. Conducted training exercises in Japan, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Kuwait. Participated in Humanitarian Relief Operations in East Timor. Flew over 100 combat missions across Iraq.