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Mclean, Virginia, Us

Oversee all commercial and business aspects of the company, to include – global marketing and sales (M&S), business development (BD), procurement, supply chain operations, finance, human capital, IT, supplier relations, and customer service.• Continue to lead initiatives to acquire new business opportunities, supplier partnerships, and procurement contracts/agreements that expand the company's global footprint, client base, and market presence.• Through the use of automation, streamlined the BD and procurement pipelines to refocus M&S efforts on target customers and industry verticals; as well as to interconnect the BD function with supply chain, procurement, and financial/budget activities.• Acting in the role of ‘Chief Financial Officer’, revamped the company’s financial reporting and processes to align and interconnect various functions (procurements, invoicing, operations, G&A, cashflow, P&L, etc.) to efficiently forecast revenue, potential shortfalls, and new business opportunities.• Directly oversee the finances for the parent company, as well as our international subsidiaries (i.e. Denmark, UK).• Direct the implementation of innovative transportation and supply chain solutions for high consequence, high value, and mission critical cargo. Implement strategies to drive revenue growth, market penetration, and business expansion aligned with the company's goals.• Continuously align commercial/operational strategies and capabilities, to ensure complete end-to-end solutions are successfully enacted from initial customer interactions through container production and supply chain management to delivery and after sales engagement.

Camden, New Jersey, Us

Directed the strategic and business planning activities for the company’s security division, to include - program management, policy/procedure development, budget/finances, and procurements.• Developed an organization-wide format and nomenclature for all security policies, procedures, training materials, forms, and guidance documents that are aligned with ISO 9001 standards.• Implemented a security intranet/internal website (first time in the company’s 93+ year history) to share – policies, procedures, alerts, training materials, informational videos, and intelligence for internal company business lines to incorporate into their commercial and operational practices.• Managed U.S. Government & Customs programs, as it pertains to the company assets, to include – The certification and bonding of facilities, and compliance with CTPAT/AEO standards.• Streamlined the contracting and procurement process for security support functions (physical security systems, armed response processes, and guarding services) through the oversight of outsourced providers and the enactment of a national contract model to assess supplier performance and administer/negotiate contract terms.

Rahway, New Jersey, Us

Served as the Head of Supply Chain Security for the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region, managing the development, implementation, and oversight of strategic and operational risk processes and policies that ensured the efficient and effective handling of products/materials throughout the global supply chain network.• [January 2021 – January 2022]: In conjunction with existing EMEA responsibilities, also managed the Asia Pacific (APAC) supply chain security function• Managed and partnered with supply chain suppliers (3PLs/Logistics Service Providers), and security subcontractors (transport monitoring/tracking, assessments/audits, enhanced technologies) to ensure the efficient and secure movement of cargo• Directed the development of various protocols and procedures (i.e., clinical trial movements, secure chain of custody, safe destruction of materials) to mitigate losses, and potential counterfeiting/illegal resale of sensitive products and materials• Led all security negotiations on supply chain procurements and contract agreements in EMEA• Oversaw all 3PL and Supply Chain supplier security operations throughout both the EMEA & APAC regions• Headed audits of supplier and subcontractor operations (land/ground, sea, and air freight), as well as assessments of internal company manufacturing facilities• Mentored and led - new, less experienced, and junior employees• Provided tactical supply chain and security expertise during the Russia/Ukraine conflict, to include the – vetting of new trucking suppliers, facilities/warehouses, enroute parking areas, international Customs/cross-border operations, to ensure the proper/safe handling of donation and commercial shipments• Managed and oversaw physical security aspects for 3PL facilities, and the supply chain physical security aspects of Merck own-controlled and operated sites, as well as contract manufacturer (CMO) operations

Alta Via Consulting, LLC: Served as a Portfolio Manager and Business Enterprise Architect for the U.S. Department of Defense’s Financial and Logistics Management systems. Supported the Office of the Deputy Secretary of the Army (Financial Information Management) by developing policies, processes, and guidance materials to enhance efficiencies and streamline service capabilities. Independent / Freelance Consulting:Provided professional consulting/contracting services and advisory support by leveraging diverse and unique experience and background to support a myriad of organizations, in both the Private and Federal sectors, to obtain and expand their business portfolios; specifically, in relation to: Program/Contract Administration, Aviation Subject Matter Expertise, Risk & Security Management, and Supplier/Vendor Management.

Hedehusene, Capital Region, Dk

Oversaw the global risk structure of a major international supply chain/logistics corporation's (annual gross revenue of CHF 6.75 billion) top global and corporate accounts (representing CHF 500+ million of the company’s gross profits), which included, but not limited to:• The review and negotiation of contracts• Cost/price analysis for enhanced security measures on a global and regional level• Implementation of effective security oversight of suppliers and vendors, to include aligning down-stream (subcontractors) and up-stream (consolidators, customers) operations with company standards• Development of worldwide/global policies, procedures, and guidance that mitigate asset loss and damage; while safeguarding employees located in foreign/hostile locations Implementation of customer and company requirements throughout the entire global network• Building strong business relationships with clients, and fostering an atmosphere of partnership with customers• Development of proactive and innovative approaches that added value for customers, while shipping products in secure, feasible, and cost effective manner • Risk/threat audits (of business operations, trade and facility/transport assets), and investigationsThese accounts represented a diversified portfolio of major multinational organizations from the Healthcare/ Pharmaceutical, Hi-Tech/Telecommunications, Oil & Gas, Fashion Consumer/Retail, Aviation, Chemical, Automotive, Manufacturing, and Government/Defense sectors

Hedehusene, Capital Region, Dk

In addition to existing Corporate and Global supply chain responsibilities, I was appointed as Head of Security for the Middle East, Africa, and CIS (MEAC). In this role, processes and policies were developed/implemented, and functions properly scaled to address commercial/business targets throughout the entire region. Within the first year, the region went from worst to first in achieving all performance metrics. This also included ‘0’ hijackings in South Africa for 4+ years; and set the ‘gold standard’ for security operations in South Africa. Additional leadership responsibilities included: • Implementation of global measures that were adopted regionally - real time cargo tracking/monitoring in Africa, implementation of armed security escorts in South Africa, and enhanced trucking requirements throughout Europe and the Middle East • Assessments of supply chains, suppliers, and facilities• Managed/led investigations• Implemented travel risk and threat methodologies to ascertain the security risk environment for employee travel and the safe handling of shipments • Expanded business operations in emerging markets• Supported Marketing & Sales initiatives that expanded existing (and attract new) client base• Led all functions and management teams regarding risk management of the supply chain network, as well as personnel security

Washington, Dc, Us

Served as the Deputy General Manager for the Office of General Aviation. Directly managed and employed programs and policies to streamline and create flexibility within the office, while enhancing security for general aviation airports, private/corporate/charter aircraft, airspace situational awareness and vetting of airmen. • Oversaw the office’s portfolio of programs (with a combined value of USD14+ million), presenting and gaining approval and office recognition of the ‘General Aviation Portfolio Program’ from Agency/Department senior level executives and the Investment Review Board, which guaranteed funding for the office’s projects/programs for future years• Led aviation policy and rule-making teams - work with the Department of Homeland Security, other agency departments, Office of Management and Budget, and industry to develop reasonable and effective security rules, policies, and programs• Built a cohesive team that grew from 5 to over 17 employees during a tumultuous period for the department• Provided briefings to Congress (members, aids, and staff); the White House National Security Council; and executive Department/Agency officials on the status of various programs, policies, and rulemaking efforts• In conjunction with Deputy General Manager position, served as General Manager (Acting), Senior Executive Service (SES) level position, from November 2008-July 2009 • Oversaw the development of the General Aviation Data Management System, which created an interactive database to allow TSA to interact with industry stakeholders, manage data and ensure regulatory compliance• In support of the ‘One DHS Initiative’, led efforts to develop agreements among TSA, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to merge airspace monitoring systems that provided more efficient program management and reduced overall costs to all agencies involved

Washington, Dc, Us

Responsible for all general aviation transportation security policy decisions, strategic planning and metrics, program and project development, and office contract/acquisition and budgetary matters• Supervised the completion of office strategic plan and metric system to measure progress of programs, budget usage, and employee development. This serves as the overarching cornerstone of the office as it underscores the organizational vision and mission and ensures that all policies and programs support this need• Served as the "face" of the organization by presenting TSA mission/objectives at industry conferences • Actively participated and led numerous international and domestic transportation forums and working groups, speaking and working in conjunction with other entities to form coalitions, negotiate sensitive issues, develop/maintain diplomatic and professional relationships with high-level foreign and domestic government officials, to enhance transportation security• Built solid networks and alliances with other U.S. Federal entities, industry stakeholders and trade associations, and international government officials, which included business negotiations, memorandums of agreements, and cross-functional working groups

Washington, Dc, Us

Lead subject matter expert on transportation and supply chain/logistics matters, to include intermodal operations, freight rail, aviation, and credentialing matters. Recognized for outstanding performance as project manager for various programs across several transportation modes• Managed policy and strategic/operational plan development and implementation, as well as stakeholder and customer outreach • Developed policy interpretations that led to change management to reduce cost and operational burdens to both industry and government• Enhanced efficiency and reduced redundancy of programs by working with other Federal and industry stakeholders to streamline existing processes and reduce redundancies

Formulated marketing campaigns that promoted the institute to the public and the real estate industry in New York State. Additionally, supported business operations and the company’s finances.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

International Market-Economist Degree, International Business

Bachelor Of Science, Aeronautics

[Odense University], Scandinavian Area Studies Certificate (Political Science, Cultural Studies, Economics)

Education record

High School Diploma