COO-level leadership experience within senior levels of the U.S. Navy and the Pentagon including key roles as commander (COO) of three large, independent organizations. Unique blend of hands-on operational leadership with organizational/political savvy. Background includes global breadth and depth through various assignments across five continents.OPERATIONS LEADERSHIPResponsible for billions of dollars in assets and tens of thousands of personnel. Frequently tapped for potentially-explosive situations to turnaround underperforming organizations and strengthen operations. Skilled in making time-compressed decisions regarding risk, priorities and managing scarce resources during unanticipated crises. Recognized for actions directly resulting in saving lives, money and critical infrastructure. C-LEVEL POLICY & STRATEGYReputation for exceptional judgment with first-hand participation in cabinet-level U.S. national security decision-making and policy development. Particularly skilled in navigating complex organizations and making strategic recommendations to benefit numerous constituencies. Commended for exceptional vision, concerned leadership, sage counsel and sterling professionalism.