Jesse Truax, Cbcp Email & Phone Number

Des Moines, Ia, Us

West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

As the Risk & Procurement Analyst for Aureon, I manage our Risk Management & Business Resilience Program. Additionally, I have responsibilities on the Supply Chain side of our organization with forecasting with critical vendors & inventory activities. - Spearhead the comprehensive risk management & business continuity planning initiatives, aligning strategies with the workforce & workplace safety priorities, resulting in enhanced organizational resilience. - Perform risk assessments on Aureon owned & leased facilities throughout the Midwest while working with internal & external parties to mitigate identified risks.- Lead the Incident Response & Crisis Management efforts, collaborating closely with the Executive Leadership Team.- Revitalized the Risk Management & Business Continuity program, fostering increased engagement & participation among team members.- Guide the training of internal volunteers with the emergency response team, providing comprehensive directions on procedures & processes to ensure effective & efficient actions during critical situations. - Serve as the primary point of contact for security incidents & internal investigations, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating risks & maintaining a secure work environment.- Coordinate closely with critical vendors, ensuring needs are met, & cultivate positive relationships.- Collaborate closely with the insurance carrier to ensure comprehensive & tailored coverage across Aureon.- Play an instrumental role in the enhancement of security controls & practices through active participation in the System & Organization Controls (SOC) process.- Orchestrated the coordination of Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) & implemented overall fleet tracking measures.- Play a key role in policy reviews for internal controls & contract reviews while engaging with cross functional teams. - System administrator for emergency management software, Fusion Framework, & Onsolve/Mir3.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

- Coordinate and lead business continuity & risk mitigation initiatives company-wide - System administrator for business continuity software, Fusion Framework and mass notification software, Everbridge - Provide analysis and research on emerging disaster that could impact our business or the business of our vendors- Provide support on site risk assessments and documentation within online database

- Develop and lead plan specific and enterprise level exercises - Lead presenter for business continuity topics and discussions - Coordinate with Vendor Management and Procurement on vendor risk and reviews - Develop, manage and lead business continuity projects

Des Moines, Iowa

- Coordinate semiannual plan updates with business units and make necessary changes to plans based on information received. Provide assistance in evaluating, developing, and maintaining Business Continuity preparedness.- Communicate significant plan changes to the Business Continuity team for evaluation.- Provide support in analyzing and monitoring all reports related to the Business Continuity agenda and requirements. Respond to business queries regarding business continuity.- Ensure business areas maintain up to date business continuity plans and track compliance against agreed schedule of maintenance, review and test activities. Assist with the maintenance of the business continuity plans.- Provide training to plan owners and share information through methods such as corporate intranet, or one on one training sessions. Assist with development, implementation, training, testing and maintenance of response and recovery processes, and conducting exercise.- Collaborate with internal and external audit to review findings and work with business units to mitigate risk.- Ensure the collection and input of infrastructure data into a corporate database. Assist with disaster recovery application maintenance.- Participate in walk through exercises and update plans with changes identified in the walkthrough.- Build strong relationships and learn business operations to understand corporate business continuity standards and provide coaching, instruction, training, and monitoring business continuity plans.- Provide 24/7 on call support during any emergency which may require activation of all or part of the business continuity plans.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

As the program manager for the Safeguard Iowa Partnership, I am responsible for management of the day-to-day program operations of the Partnership, including development, evaluation and implementation of all our programs within preparedness, response and recovery.- Maintain and build relationships with current Safeguard Iowa partners while recruiting across sector lines - Present to large, medium and small audiences on the history and strategic direction of Safeguard Iowa Partnership and, more specifically, training businesses on business continuity, risk assessment and mitigation considerations - Provide organizational support in crisis and non-crisis events through situational awareness, resource management and relationship building - Manage multiple projects with a detail-oriented and organizational focus - Coordination between critical infrastructure and key resource partners in creation of table-top exercises in accordance with HSEEP compliance, while serving as lead facilitator to assist with preparedness and risk reduction - Assist with the creation and direction of the strategic plan for the Partnership - Create marketing materials and presentations to support the mission and strategic goals while utilizing Microsoft Office, Prezi and Piktochart - Assist in the writing and acquiring of grant opportunities to support the Partnership financially - Compile status reports for existing grants on a quarterly basis while composing close-out reports - Serve as the lead for the employer vaccination program, including the implementation of a pilot project with local public health agencies and businesses across Iowa - Analyze current programs to enhance and provide consistency of message - Represent Executive Director, as requested, at key meetings, events and presentations - Retain duties as described in Program Coordinator position

Des Moines, Iowa Area

As the Interim Executive Director, I assumed the following responsibilities until the Board of Directors filled the position while maintaining my obligations as Program Manager. - Managed all functions of the organization including human resources, information technology, public relations, finance and marketing- Provided ongoing communication with the Board of Directors, sponsors and partners via member management system and face-to-face interaction - Administered and managed the submission of all grant reporting requirements - Maintained official records and documents, and ensured compliance with federal, state and local regulations- Implemented the strategic plan in coordination with the Board of Directors - Established working relationships and cooperating agreements with government and businesses- Maintained a working knowledge of significant development and trends in the disaster preparedness, response and recovery fields- Retained duties as described in Program Manager position - Executive Committee Member of Regional Consortium Coordinating Council, Homeland Security Advisory Committee member, Disaster Medical Assistance Teams Advisory Group representative and Preparedness Advisory Committee member.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

As the Program Coordinator for the Safeguard Iowa Partnership, I was responsible for conducting research, analysis and assessments, managing the day-to-day operations of the Safeguard Iowa Partnership-Emergency Operations Center liaison program; providing oversight for the recruitment, education and outreach to the business community on the business resource registry; and coordinating the business mentor program and critical infrastructure and key resources programs.• Knowledge of critical infrastructure protection, homeland security, preparedness, disaster response, recovery and business continuity • Travel the state of Iowa to implement trainings, exercises and initiatives • Integration of public-private partnerships across the programs of preparedness, response and recovery• Manage the day-to-day operations of Emergency Operations Center Liaison Program and provide training to liaisons on a bi-annual basis • Provide oversight for the business resource registry • Coordinate Partnership trainings, exercises and meetings • Integrate social media platforms within the Partnership (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) • Lead the Central Iowa Chapter for the Prepare Fair • Metro Media Council Representative and Iowa Contingency Planners member

Des Moines, Iowa Area

During my time at Healthways, I worked with clients to improve their overall health and wellness while assisting in behavior change regarding weight management, exercise, nutrition and stress management via telephonic conversations. I was also trained in tobacco cessation through the QuitNet Program to work with clients who had decided to give up tobacco products. While at Healthways, I obtained my Wellcoaches certification and was a part of the colleague engagement committee, wellness committee, flu clinic ambassador and performed onsite health coaching in Iowa, South Dakota and Illinois. I also took on the role of lead program planner for the creation and implementation of a large scale worksite wellness program, targeting employees to participate in either a group coaching session, face to face session or telephonic session in Iowa and South Dakota. I also helped in the design and implementation of a program internally for our clinicians regarding motivational interviewing and behavior change.• Wellness coaching with exercise, stress, nutrition, weight management and tobacco cessation • Maintained a caseload of 600+ telephonic coaching clients • Project management and lead organizer on wellness initiatives internally with Healthways personnel and externally with corporate clients • Created, implemented and provided leadership of large-scale worksite wellness program • Knowledge and experience with face-to-face coaching and group presentations • Obtained professional coaching certification, Wellcoaches

Des Moines, Ia

While working for MedSource of St. Louis, I traveled the state of Iowa educating & selling Acumed (www.acumed.net) plates and screws to orthopedic surgeons. I also assisted them in the operating room when our products were being implanted during surgery. Responsible for setting up office visits, distributing materials, providing equipment for surgeries on time and establishing a relationship with surgeons & their staff to provide a successful working environment.

Johnston, Iowa

While working at Iowa Homeland Security & Emergency Management Division, I was responsible for assisting in the incorporation of the Aidmatrix (www.aidmatrix.org) portal within the donations and volunteer management infrastructure for the state of Iowa during the floods of 2008. Establishing the day to day operations, marketing materials and vetting process for those businesses, nonprofits and associations interested in assisting with the current disaster. Collaborated with the different volunteer agencies across the state and country to ensure resource requests were being fulfilled and used in an effective manner. Also, coordinated resources at the multi-agency warehouse and worked with our partners that were overseeing the day to day operations at this facility.

Des Moines, Iowa

The Safeguard Iowa Partnership is a voluntary coalition of the state's business and government leaders, who share a commitment to working together to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from catastrophic events in Iowa. Created in 2007 by the Iowa Business Council and representatives from key state agencies, the partnership will help integrate business resources, expertise, and response plans with those of government during all stages of disaster management.I completed my 12 weeks internship at the partnership assisting with trainings & workshops across Iowa, collaboration during the floods of 2008 and spreading the word about the newly formed organization.

Kinesiology & Health, Community & Public Health

Activities and Societies: Eta Sigma Gamma (Executive Member); Student Alumni Leadership Council (CySquad, Homecoming Central Committee &.

High School Diploma