I am a proven COO and retired Navy admiral who blends technical and operational acumen with 20+ years of proven executive level experience. I possess broad operational experience obtained through significant executive level leadership of organizations ranging in size from 100 to 8000 people with operating budgets up to $500M.I SPECIALIZE IN:➡️ EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP: Demonstrated skill in defining vision, identifying clear objectives, developing strategic plans, setting direction, making decisions and communicating with key stakeholders.➡️ OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Led cross-functional, senior leadership teams that created and delivered effective process management strategies consistent with short- and long-term business plans.➡️ RISK MITIGATION: Managed risk across multiple functions to protect people and assets valued at $15B+.➡️ PEOPLE & CULTURE: Motivates multi-level workforce to new levels of performance across verticals, regions and functions as a servant leader who emphasizes diversity of thought, inclusive culture and strategic thinking. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: ✔ Oversaw all operations of a $30M, employee-owned, environmental, and engineering consulting firm with nine offices across three West Coast states.✔ Led the design and implementation of a new company organizational structure across three operational regions and nine offices. ✔ Responsible for the creation of a Delivery Operations team designed to improve the company’s ability to achieve business objectives through effective and efficient project delivery✔ Designed, developed, and implemented a robust Quality Management System resulting in a highly successful AS9100 / ISO9001 certification audit. ✔ Oversaw an organization of 8,000 military, government civilians and contractors providing shore installation management of four major operational bases across 11 western states, 23 business lines and an operating budget of $500M.✔ Commanded a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. Held full accountability for strategic vision, tactical execution, combat operations, and the safety and well-being of up to 5,000 embarked personnel. Administered, with absolute accountability, $7B worth of assets and executed an annual operating budget of $130M+.______________________________________Let's start a conversation: jeffreysruth@gmail.comEDUCATION 🎓◆ MBA, Colorado State University◆ Master of Science (MS), Aerospace Engineering, Naval Postgraduate School◆ Bachelor of Science (BS), United States Naval Academy◆ Graduate, Naval Test Pilot School◆ Graduate, Navy Nuclear Power School
Listed skills include Command, Leadership, Cross Functional Team Leadership, Operational Planning, and 32 others.