Corporate board member and advisor, non-profit board member, retail executive, investor, small business owner, retail, consultant, strategic communications consultant, and mentor. I was a senior operating executive (Vice President) with over 25 years of experience in the Retail, Food, and Telecommunications Industry. I played a central role in the development and implementation of the retail wireless telecom business for the military market. I am familiar with the Department of Defense Military Resale System and a passionate advocate for military families, education, and workforce development. Experience in representing the military retail interests with Congressional staff, Defense Department, Military Services, government agencies, military associations, and retail industry partners. My Pentagon Defense (Army) portfolio included policy, legislation, quality of life, family programs, and program analysis.Adept at developing and communicating the strategic corporate communications plan to government, business, and educational leaders. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams and multi-unit businesses--over $650M in annual revenue; directed operational teams of over 600 people in the U.S. and foreign locations; instrumental in establishing several collaborative initiatives and strategic partnerships to drive business growth and improve operational effectiveness.Provided vision and decisive leadership in the development of long-range objectives and strategic plans by identifying internal and external issues affecting operations, growth, and profitability. Directed and managed the analysis of business opportunities, surveillance over markets, and financial/operational analysis. Led organizational transformation of a $180M global retail telecommunications business on military installations. Business case development to eliminated a projected $1B infrastructure investment. Overhauled the Corporate Community Outreach and Strategic Communications plan utilized by the Corporate Planning Executive team. When not working, I enjoy playing golf, traveling, mentoring young professionals, and spending time with family and friends.• Corporate Board Member and Board Advisor• Non-Profit Board President and Board Member • Retail Business Operations & (Retail Wireless/Cable) Telecommunications Business Development • International Work Experience (Europe, Asia) and Multi-Cultural team management• Strategic Communications, Military and Government Liaison, Community Engagement/Public Affairs• Courage to C.A.R.E.