Kara Rutter Email and Phone Number
I retired from the U.S. Army in 2020 after a 23 year career. I am an experienced executive multi-functional logistics and personnel manager, culminating as a Global Supply Chain Operations Manager, responsible for overseeing multi-billion-dollar contracts. I spent much of military career overseas, and possess a dynamic breadth of strategic global perspective, particularly in Eastern Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, developed through extensive engagement with international partners. I have vast experience in event planning, protocol arrangements, and VIP coordination. I am a meticulous planner with experience in establishing and leading non-profit organizations.Following my retirement, I became a farmer. I serve as the President of Project Victory Gardens, a nonprofit organization dedicated to agritherapy, animal therapy, and farm to table education. Our main priority is to help transitioning service members enter the agribusiness field through the Palmetto Veterans in Agribusiness Program. I serve on numerous nonprofit boards focused on agriculture and veterans issues. Farmers feed, clothe, and move the Nation and I use my platform to advocate for Veterans and Farmers at the local, state, and National level.
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PresidentProject Victory Gardens Mar 2019 - PresentFounding President of a Veteran operated non-profit farm dedicated to agritherapy, animal therapy, and agribusiness education.
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Director Of CommunicationsFarmer Veteran Coalition Of Sc Feb 2020 - PresentTownville , South Carolina, Us -
Director Of Donor Communications And RecognitionClemson University Jul 2022 - Dec 2022Clemson, Sc, UsServes as the Director of Donor Communications and Recognition within the Clemson University Office of Central Donor Relations focused on a comprehensive donor communications strategy and timeless and thoughtful recognition of philanthropy across Clemson's campus. Oversight and project management related to the execution of donor communications and the installation of physical elements of donor recognition. Manages all inventory of naming opportunities related to new and existing facilities. -
Senior Logistics And Culinary ManagerUs Army Aug 2017 - Feb 2020Arlington, Virginia, UsSenior Culinary and Logistics Manager for the United States Army focused on providing global logisitcs support to military operations in the Middle East. Responsible for all Food Service to the U.S Army across 19 countries. -
Chief Culinary SupervisorUs Army Jul 2016 - Aug 2017Arlington, Virginia, UsSenior Culinary and Logistics leader for U.S. Army operations at Joint Base Lewis McChord. Responsible for the operations, training, and resourcing of five dining facilities. Coordinates food sourcing, transportation, and production across the Pacific area of operations.
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Student At Senior Managerial Leadership SchoolUs Army May 2015 - Jun 2016Arlington, Virginia, UsThe premier Professional Military Education (PME) institution focused on providing the Army with agile and adaptive senior enlisted leaders.
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Senior Personnel SupervisorUs Army Aug 2014 - Apr 2015Arlington, Virginia, Us
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Brigade Food Operations SupervisorUs Army Sep 2013 - Aug 2014Arlington, Virginia, Us*Served as the Command Food Service Advisor for the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade; responsible for the planning and coordination of food service and sustainment of over 3000 Soldiers. *Supervised a consolidated dining facility supporting six subordinate units, with 94 food service personnel.*Coordinated the Command Food Service Discipline Program; advised the Commander in the areas of food preparation, personnel, equipment readiness, facilities, rations accountability, and sanitation standards. *Planned food service support for field training exercises; assisted in mission planning of the Brigade re-deployment, mission support, and future operations.
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Operations CoordinatorDefense Intelligence Agency Aug 2011 - Aug 2013Washington, D.C., Us*Key member of the Embassy Emergency Action Committee focused on prevention, preparation, and response to crisis and emergency situations. *Responsible for budgetary tracking and oversight for budgets totaling over $1.3 million in support of the Defense Attache Office, US Department of Defense Security Cooperation portfolio, and the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). *Coordinated all logistical and support requirements for US military engagement and visitation to Namibia. *Served as the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services Council Chair, overseeing a budget of $2.3 million, the Post Employment Committee Chair, overseeing Embassy hiring actions, the Inter-agency Housing Board responsible for assigning all government owned and leased housing, and the Joint Country Awards Committee, an advisory group established by the Chief of Mission to review nominations for awards. -
Operations CoordinatorDefense Intelligence Agency Jun 2009 - Jul 2011Washington, D.C., Us*Provided overall operational, administrative, financial, and logistical support to the Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché and five service attachés. *Maintained and managed the office vehicle fleet and ensured 100 percent operational readiness in a critical threat country. *Served on the Post Employment Committee, overseeing Embassy hiring actions and the Joint Country Awards Committee, an advisory group established by the chief of Mission to review nominations for awards.
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Operations CoordinatorDefense Intelligence Agency Jun 2007 - Jun 2009Washington, D.C., UsJoint assignment at DOD level, coordinated and provided oversight for all administrative aspects of operations, including:*Diplomatic clearances for over 200 flights, including all of the aircraft logistical and security arrangements for Air Force One and Marine One air crews during the US President visit. *Supported logistics operations for the US President, Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, numerous Congressional delegations, & senior DOD officials. *Augmented operations in Tbilisi, Georgia during the Russian invasion, coordinating the successful redeployment of over 1000 Georgian troops from an operational theater in less than 24 hours, as well as participating in the evacuation efforts for US citizens in country.*Escorted Humanitarian Assistance Response team in the wake of unparalleled flooding across Ukraine.
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Food And Beverage ManagerOffice Of The Secretary Of Defense Nov 2003 - Oct 2006Washington, Dc, Dc, Us*Responsible for the reservations, booking and event planning for all functions within the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Including meetings with Heads of State, Congressmen, foreign dignitaries and other VIPS. *Developed new menus and improved purchasing procedures to increase sales while reducing expenditures. *Designed the new Secretary of Defense Executive Dining Facility dining rooms and kitchens, meeting with the team of architects, engineers and staff to ensure a workable design.*Co-chaired the 2nd Annual Pentagon Memorial Fund Golf Tournament and Charity Auction.
Kara Rutter Skills
Kara Rutter Education Details
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Clemson UniversityAnd Tourism Management -
University Of Nevada-Las VegasHospitality Administration
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Academy Of Art UniversityInterior Architecture And Design
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Nova Southeastern UniversityProfessional Management
Frequently Asked Questions about Kara Rutter
What company does Kara Rutter work for?
Kara Rutter works for Project Victory Gardens
What is Kara Rutter's role at the current company?
Kara Rutter's current role is Veteran Advocate | Farmer | PhD Student.
What schools did Kara Rutter attend?
Kara Rutter attended Clemson University, University Of Nevada-Las Vegas, Academy Of Art University, Nova Southeastern University.
What skills is Kara Rutter known for?
Kara Rutter has skills like Military Operations, Security Clearance, Military Experience, Operational Planning, Dod, Government, Military, Defense, Organizational Leadership, National Security, Military Logistics, Logistics.
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