John Garr Email & Phone Number

Virginia Beach, Va, Us

Portsmouth, Virginia

Wilmington, Nc

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.As the ImmunoDiagnostic experts within Thermo Fisher Scientific, we work to dramatically improve the management of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases. We do this by providing healthcare professionals with superior diagnostic technologies and clinical expertise. This results in better healthcare and quality of life for millions of patients and their families. Personally… Show more At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.As the ImmunoDiagnostic experts within Thermo Fisher Scientific, we work to dramatically improve the management of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases. We do this by providing healthcare professionals with superior diagnostic technologies and clinical expertise. This results in better healthcare and quality of life for millions of patients and their families. Personally responsible for successfully executing this mission for Health Systems in Eastern North Carolina and South Carolina. Show less

Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington, North Carolina

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.As the ImmunoDiagnostic experts within Thermo Fisher Scientific, we work to dramatically improve the management of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases. We do this by providing healthcare professionals with superior diagnostic technologies and clinical expertise. This results in better healthcare and quality of life for millions of patients and their families. Personally… Show more At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.As the ImmunoDiagnostic experts within Thermo Fisher Scientific, we work to dramatically improve the management of allergy, asthma and autoimmune diseases. We do this by providing healthcare professionals with superior diagnostic technologies and clinical expertise. This results in better healthcare and quality of life for millions of patients and their families. Personally responsible for successfully executing this mission for the Wilmington-Fayetteville territory, covering Eastern North Carolina and Northeastern South Carolina. Show less

Atlantic Beach, Nc

Lieutenant Commander, Logistics Department Head, Sector North Carolina, US Coast Guard Reserve:Currently assigned to USCG Sector North Carolina as Reserve Logistics Department Head and Incident Command System (ICS) Logistics Section Chief. Responsible for mobilization readiness in preparation for natural or man-made regional or national disasters.

Camp Lejeune, Nc

- Branch Chief at elite Coast Guard High Risk Training Center, responsible for providing critical team leadership, program management, and command awareness for Coast Guard high risk maritime security training programs.- Fill critical oversight role for the Pre-Deployment Training Program for US Coast Guard Forces deploying to US CENTCOM, including the Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA) and Maritime Engagement Team (MET) in Bahrain, and Maritime Infrastructure Protection… Show more - Branch Chief at elite Coast Guard High Risk Training Center, responsible for providing critical team leadership, program management, and command awareness for Coast Guard high risk maritime security training programs.- Fill critical oversight role for the Pre-Deployment Training Program for US Coast Guard Forces deploying to US CENTCOM, including the Patrol Forces Southwest Asia (PATFORSWA) and Maritime Engagement Team (MET) in Bahrain, and Maritime Infrastructure Protection Force-Training Advisory Group (MIPF-TAG) in Saudi Arabia, with 19-member team, annual $3.5M budget for 300+ Coast Guard members deploying annually. Acted as Port Security Unit Section Chief for CG forces being trained in fundamental expeditionary skills critical to security missions and survival in domestic and foreign ports; units capable of responding to world-wide port security threats; led 8 person instructor team with annual $300K budget.Responsible for overseeing logistics, training, and administrative progress for elite east/west coast high risk training programs for enhanced US Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Teams. Provide critical command awareness and conduct analysis and risk assessment reviews to ensure safety during high risk training evolutions. Leadership oversight of two 18-person teams with $4M+ operating budget. Show less

Colorado Springs, Co United States Northern Command (Us Northcom)

- Inter-agency Directorate, responsible for effectively communicating and linking multiple federal, state, and local agencies together in a coordinated effort to increase Homeland Security, improving international relationships, and acting as an inter-agency specialist during national incident response national inter-agency exercises.- Law Enforcement Panel Specialist on Coast Guard Counter Narcotics Strategy, Engagement with the Mexican Navy & International Relations; delivers… Show more - Inter-agency Directorate, responsible for effectively communicating and linking multiple federal, state, and local agencies together in a coordinated effort to increase Homeland Security, improving international relationships, and acting as an inter-agency specialist during national incident response national inter-agency exercises.- Law Enforcement Panel Specialist on Coast Guard Counter Narcotics Strategy, Engagement with the Mexican Navy & International Relations; delivers presentations to Mexican Navy War College and Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies.- US NORTHCOM Coast Guard Reserve Unit Administration Department Head; responsible for all command administration matters for elite 14-person USCG Reserve Unit; including mobilization readiness for effective Coast Guard response to natural or man-made disasters, DOD support or other national crises. Directs two assigned administrative assistants.- Acts as primary US NORTHCOM Coast Guard Reserve Unit point of contact in support of strategic development of formal US NORTHCOM-Coast Guard Atlantic Area partnership. - Voluntarily perform additional duties in support of US NORTHCOM: Coast Guard Reserve Unit Assistant Property Officer, responsible for property inventory administration; USNORTHCOM Coast Guard Test Proctor liaison for SPO Educational Services Officer in support of Coast Guard professional career development. Show less

Colorado Springs, Co (United States Northern Command)

- Selective assignment to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Assistant Commandant Resources (CG-8) Audit Remediation Division (CG-845). Drives resolution of USCG Real Property financial management weaknesses by advancing enrollment & valuation of 55,000+ assets valued over $3.3 Billion to meet Congressional and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Audit Remediation mandates. - Conducts critical case package analysis and ensures compliance with Federal Real… Show more - Selective assignment to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Assistant Commandant Resources (CG-8) Audit Remediation Division (CG-845). Drives resolution of USCG Real Property financial management weaknesses by advancing enrollment & valuation of 55,000+ assets valued over $3.3 Billion to meet Congressional and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Audit Remediation mandates. - Conducts critical case package analysis and ensures compliance with Federal Real Property Council (FRPC) regulations & Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) compliant business processes. Tackles special projects, rapidly grasps complex financial requirements, optimally aligned team efforts, and focuses USCG/DHS towards landmark audit opinion. - Change advocate; researches and presents solid workflow improvement strategies; streamlines processes for effectiveness and efficiency. Documents training deficiencies & business case development to increase productivity and reduce business costs. - Facilitative/Servant leader; develops and analyzes advanced performance models to support recognition and hiring decisions. Selflessly supported & recognized subordinate performance, engages leadership to formalize acknowledgement & documents program impacts with metrics that shape key command decisions. - Commitment to excellence and mission accomplishment; utilization of analytical skills, teamwork, judgment & leadership expertise. Initiative/automated testing facilitates greater workforce efficiency & rapid progression toward congressional deadlines with 125% improved case completion rates.- Professional expertise & ability to expertly link resource tasking to congressional & USCG Financial Policy and Strategies. Demonstrates ability to enhance and build teams & formulate strategic partnerships to advance USCG missions. Show less

Colorado Springs, Colorado

- Knights of Columbus Field Agent / Sales Association, responsible for service to 4 military parishes and 4 civilian parishes, with approx 800 families. Fully licensed in the State of Colorado for Life, Accident and Health Insurance.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

- Junior Program Coordinator, responsible for administration of national model Lifetime Fitness Junior Tennis Program; application of program management / personnel leadership skills and business revenue, with focus on exceptional customer experience. - Oversee the instruction of several hundred junior members with focus on developing advanced curriculum, staff training, and character development.- Teach private and group lessons of all ages and skill levles; coach adult and… Show more - Junior Program Coordinator, responsible for administration of national model Lifetime Fitness Junior Tennis Program; application of program management / personnel leadership skills and business revenue, with focus on exceptional customer experience. - Oversee the instruction of several hundred junior members with focus on developing advanced curriculum, staff training, and character development.- Teach private and group lessons of all ages and skill levles; coach adult and junior teams; coordinate club events; utilize interpersonal skills daily in a work environment with over one thousand families.- Coached 13 Junior Tennis Teams, taking 4 teams to Colorado States Championships; with one junior novice team winning the Colorado States Championships with average playing experience less than one year. Show less

- Assistant Response Department Head leading two 10-person teams of maritime enforcement personnel responsible for maximizing enforcing Maritime Homeland Security (MHS) Port Security measures. Responsible for all Reserve Force law enforcement training and weapons readiness; maintain qualifications as Federal Boarding Officer and Pollution Incident Responder- Program Manager for Maritime Interagency Coordination Center; joint-agency operations to analyze intelligence and identify… Show more - Assistant Response Department Head leading two 10-person teams of maritime enforcement personnel responsible for maximizing enforcing Maritime Homeland Security (MHS) Port Security measures. Responsible for all Reserve Force law enforcement training and weapons readiness; maintain qualifications as Federal Boarding Officer and Pollution Incident Responder- Program Manager for Maritime Interagency Coordination Center; joint-agency operations to analyze intelligence and identify regional coastal threats to port with vital economic impact on national economy.- Reserve Training Officer responsible for facilitating training opportunities/mobilization preparedness for 60-mbr Reserve Force. - Logistics & Administration Department Head responsible for insuring maximum Reserve Force readiness in preparation for responding to domestic catastrophes, Maritime Homeland Security (MHS) missions and National Defense Support. Organize joint all-hands training sessions and recognition awards ceremonies for Active Duty and Reserve Forces. Coordinated logistics and administrative support for Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard VIP unit visit. Show less

Morrisville, Nc

- Selected for competitive DOD/Federal Sales Account Manager to include Business/Project Development Specialist for Top 10 National Infocomm Diamond Certified professional A/V firm; focused on the DOD / Federal space in the Carolinas and Virginia.- Position involved developing expertise in relationship building, effective communications, strategic planning, and video-centric technology to create positive solutions for end users communications needs. As a new employee, positively… Show more - Selected for competitive DOD/Federal Sales Account Manager to include Business/Project Development Specialist for Top 10 National Infocomm Diamond Certified professional A/V firm; focused on the DOD / Federal space in the Carolinas and Virginia.- Position involved developing expertise in relationship building, effective communications, strategic planning, and video-centric technology to create positive solutions for end users communications needs. As a new employee, positively impacted the business in the following ways:- Established relationships with DOD/Federal and civilian business partners - Fostered healthy client relationships with over 20 clients in 3 months- Created and worked against a formal business training plan for the new position- Developed over $1 Million dollars in new business in first three months in the role- Wrote 2012 Strategic Sales Plan for DOD/Federal relationships in NC, SC, and VA - Participated in military site surveys, trade shows, and formal sales and A/V training- Gained knowledge in video-centric technologies to include video teleconferencing and executive presentations- Technical Innovation (TI) is one of our nation's top tier professional A/V companies; Infocomm Diamond certified and empower clients through “best of class” design-build audio and video-centric solutions. Differntiated by having the ability to provide a very high touch, exceptional customer experience; striving to exceed the needs of the client. TI is comprised of focused business, all with a discrete set of technical resources, aimed at specific, sophisticated applications of video technology. Show less

Boston, Massachusetts And Raleigh, North Carolina

- Selected for highly competitive, two-year fast track rotational business executive leadership program for high potential candidates. Participated in build out of a variety of initiatives, at various points of their project lifecycles and spanning the Fidelity organization. Experience resulted in development of broad knowledge of the Fidelity businesses and sites as well as a deep understanding and appreciation for the customer and associate experience. As a team member and team manager of… Show more - Selected for highly competitive, two-year fast track rotational business executive leadership program for high potential candidates. Participated in build out of a variety of initiatives, at various points of their project lifecycles and spanning the Fidelity organization. Experience resulted in development of broad knowledge of the Fidelity businesses and sites as well as a deep understanding and appreciation for the customer and associate experience. As a team member and team manager of several business units, responsibilities/achievments included: - Identified and engaged key stakeholders - Conducted internal and external data scans to enable fact-based decisions - Performed thorough issues analysis to identify gaps and causes of problems - Developed innovative, cost effective recommendations and solutions - Garnered support and approval of recommendations - Participated and managed implementation of solutions or transitioned for implementation - Drive improved operating results - The General Management Apprenticeship Program is a company-wide, two-year rotational program designed to develop high-potential talent by providing leadership training and business experience through multiple assignments. Specific rotations included - Rotation 5: People Manager, Pension Operations - Rotation 4: Program Manager, Customer Support Services - Retirement Brokerage Services - Rotation 3: Program Manager, Fidelity Communications and Advertising- Rotation 2: Project Manager, Corporate Compliance- Rotation 1: Project Manager, Stock Plan Services Show less

Mobile, Alabama

- Program Director and Deputy Branch Director for On-Water Operations, led implementation of Coast Guard “Sub-surface Oil and Dispersant Detection, Sampling, and Monitoring Strategy” for MS, AL, and FL; oversaw 11 sub-surface oil surveillance Strike Teams or Task Forces with 100+ vessels and 300+people. - Represented the Deepwater Horizon Incident Command in two major media events resulting in seven positive television, newspaper or radio stories; positively impacting public confidence… Show more - Program Director and Deputy Branch Director for On-Water Operations, led implementation of Coast Guard “Sub-surface Oil and Dispersant Detection, Sampling, and Monitoring Strategy” for MS, AL, and FL; oversaw 11 sub-surface oil surveillance Strike Teams or Task Forces with 100+ vessels and 300+people. - Represented the Deepwater Horizon Incident Command in two major media events resulting in seven positive television, newspaper or radio stories; positively impacting public confidence in the Coast Guard. - Led initiatives, facilitated inter-agency strategic meetings and briefings, drove operations, and demonstrated command leadership within joint agency incident command structure.- Mobile County Division Supervisor, led 200+ people in a complex logistical setup to conduct beach cleanup operations. Managed competing operational, political and scientific mandates to win support from subordinates, federal and state agency reps, the Deepwater Horizon Unified Command and public officials. Show less

Savannah, Ga

- Interim Program Director, initiated and successfully implemented the “Savannah Yacht Club Junior Tennis Academy,” emphasizing the core values of character, respect, and high performance tennis. - Applied program management and leadership, customer focus, and staff management skills. - Oversaw the instruction of over 300 children and helped 25 kids climb over 5,000 state, regional, or national ranking slots in six months. - Taught private and group lessons; coached… Show more - Interim Program Director, initiated and successfully implemented the “Savannah Yacht Club Junior Tennis Academy,” emphasizing the core values of character, respect, and high performance tennis. - Applied program management and leadership, customer focus, and staff management skills. - Oversaw the instruction of over 300 children and helped 25 kids climb over 5,000 state, regional, or national ranking slots in six months. - Taught private and group lessons; coached adult and junior teams; coordinated club tournaments, social events, and awards ceremonies; and utilized interpersonal skills daily in a work setting of more than 1,000 families. Show less

Us Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City, New Jersey

- Helicopter Pilot responsible for execution of Search and Rescue, Maritime Homeland Security and environmental aviation missions and safe operations of multi-million dollar airframe. - Received Coast Guard Commandant’s Letter of Commendation for helicopter team perilous rescue.- Assistant Planning Department Head, oversaw unit incident management expertise and planned resilience/reconstitution measures for disaster response; instituted $30K Planning Department Budget and led… Show more - Helicopter Pilot responsible for execution of Search and Rescue, Maritime Homeland Security and environmental aviation missions and safe operations of multi-million dollar airframe. - Received Coast Guard Commandant’s Letter of Commendation for helicopter team perilous rescue.- Assistant Planning Department Head, oversaw unit incident management expertise and planned resilience/reconstitution measures for disaster response; instituted $30K Planning Department Budget and led new Training Division to insure Commandant’s training requirements for 250+ personnel were adequately tracked. Show less

Washington, Dc

- Primary responder and facilitator for interagency coordination to natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and critical national and world events; prepared and delivered command level briefs to the Coast Guard Commandant, Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of Homeland Security and Congressional Delegates. - Responsible for providing and interpreting policy guidance from all CG headquarters programs to field commanders; excelling in information analysis; liaison to White House… Show more - Primary responder and facilitator for interagency coordination to natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and critical national and world events; prepared and delivered command level briefs to the Coast Guard Commandant, Secretary of Transportation, Secretary of Homeland Security and Congressional Delegates. - Responsible for providing and interpreting policy guidance from all CG headquarters programs to field commanders; excelling in information analysis; liaison to White House, Department of State, Dept of Homeland Security, and Dept of Defense.- Facilitated international video teleconferences on counter-terrorism and Iraq War. - Received Coast Guard Commendation Medal for Command Duty Officer (CDO) & Senior Watch Officer (SWO) performance. Show less

United States Coast Guard Air Station Savannah, Georgia

- Helicopter Pilot responsible for execution of Search and Rescue, Maritime Homeland Security and environmental aviation missions and safe operations of multi-million dollar airframe. - Rotary Wing Air Intercept (RWAI) pilot, Shipboard Landing and Night Vision Goggle qualified. - Received Coast Guard Commendation Medal / 2004 Coast Guard Foundation Award for Heroism for perilous rescue.- Unit Safety Coordinator responsible for compliance inspections, aviation mishap… Show more - Helicopter Pilot responsible for execution of Search and Rescue, Maritime Homeland Security and environmental aviation missions and safe operations of multi-million dollar airframe. - Rotary Wing Air Intercept (RWAI) pilot, Shipboard Landing and Night Vision Goggle qualified. - Received Coast Guard Commendation Medal / 2004 Coast Guard Foundation Award for Heroism for perilous rescue.- Unit Safety Coordinator responsible for compliance inspections, aviation mishap investigations, and Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) policy enforcement. - Personnel Services and Medical Officer, Mutual Assistance and Civil Rights/Human Relations Officer, Health Promotion Coordinator, and Public Affairs Officer. Show less

Naval Flight School, Pensacola, Fl

- Primary and Advanced training on T-34C airplanes and TH-57C helicopters. - Earned designation as Naval Aviator and Coast Guard Aviator.

Miami, Florida

- Responsible for conning a multi-million dollar ship during moorings, federal vessel boardings, and piloting waters during day and night operations.- Conducted Drug and Migrant Interdiction Law Enforcement as Federal Law Enforcement Officer.- Combat Information Center, Communications, and Intelligence Officer.- Helicopter Control officer/Flight Follower/Landing Signals Officer.- Coordinated logistics for all deployments and port call entries, managed ship… Show more - Responsible for conning a multi-million dollar ship during moorings, federal vessel boardings, and piloting waters during day and night operations.- Conducted Drug and Migrant Interdiction Law Enforcement as Federal Law Enforcement Officer.- Combat Information Center, Communications, and Intelligence Officer.- Helicopter Control officer/Flight Follower/Landing Signals Officer.- Coordinated logistics for all deployments and port call entries, managed ship support functions, and oversaw nine petty officers with a $90K annual budget. - Executed additional duties as Weapons Officer; Damage Control Repair Locker Leader and Electronics Officer; Civil Rights/Human Relations Officer and Work Life/Family Advocacy Rep;Morale Committee and Indebtedness Counselor. Show less

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Marine And Environmental Sciences

Master Of Business Administration (Mba) W/ Homeland Security Concentration, Joint Professional Military Education

In progress.

Joint Professional Military Education

Joint Professional Military Education (JPME I): Strategy and War Theater Security Decision Making Joint Military Operations

Military Aviator, Aviation

T-34 Fixed Wing, VT-2 TH-57 Helicopter, HT-18

Bs, Marine & Environmental Sciences

4-year Cadet