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Tennessee, United States

I am the author and publisher of Beyond the Bookshelf, a publication devoted to the exploration of life and literature.

Northeast Missouri

Spearhead the operations of Long Brothers LLC, a real estate investment firm with a focus on affordable housing in Midwestern regions. Conduct comprehensive due diligence on multi-family apartment complexes and orchestrate partnerships with silent investors for property acquisitions.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Initiated a business model that emphasizes affordable housing, catering to the specific needs of rural communities.• Executed strategic investment partnerships, thereby diversifying funding streams for property purchases.

Millington, Tennessee, United States

Direct administrative operations and serve as Executive Secretary for the Deputy Chief of Naval Personnel/Commander, Navy Personnel Command. Manage an annual budget of $5M while overseeing a team of 16 managerial staff and 165 personnel across 10 departments. Coordinate all essential administrative functions in strict compliance with federal laws and diligently execute daily missions for the organization.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Eradicated a six-month backlog of personnel packages in 60 days by innovating a routing process, slashing internal routing time from 90 to 30 days.• Enhanced staff morale within weeks through immediate mentorship and incentive programs, reversing the negative impact of previous management.

Kings Bay, Georgia

Handled administrative and personnel operations as Executive Secretary to the Commander of Submarine Group 10, while also functioning as Executive Officer of Staff operations. Managed an annual budget of $1.5M, led 11 mid-level managers, and supervised a total staff of 60 military and civilian personnel across three departments.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Orchestrated the safe evacuation of 15,000 sailors and their families during two hurricanes, ensuring 100% accountability and zero loss of life.• Oversaw administrative and operational guidance for 15 submarine crews and 1,500 support staff.

Coronado, Ca

Coordinated all administrative functions for the Commander, Naval Special Warfare Group ONE in Coronado, CA. Managed an annual budget of $1.2M and led a team of 120 personnel across five departments, with 10 mid-level managers reporting directly. Provided comprehensive support to over 2,000 military and civilian personnel within the organization and its nine subordinate operational units.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Spearheaded the casualty assistance program, facilitating seamless communication, insurance claims, and memorial services for families of service members lost in combat.• Conducted compliance inspections across subordinate units, ensuring adherence to Navy policy and federal law in preparation for overseas deployments.

Everett, Washington

Served as Executive Assistant to the Commanding Officer of the USS NIMITZ (CVN 68), coordinating day-to-day administrative functions and overseeing a staff of 20. Administered pay and personnel records for a crew of 3,000, in addition to providing educational counseling for Sailors and Marines. Acted as Officer of the Deck during multi-national operations, handling the safe navigation and launching and recovery of aircraft.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Recognized as the Navy and Marine Association Leader of the Year, an honor peer-selected by other officers onboard.• Conducted personnel support onboard, streamlining pay transactions and personnel record management for the entire crew and the embarked aircraft wing.

Bremerton, Washington

Acted as the Director of Administration on the USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21), overseeing all pay, personnel, and administrative tasks directly under the Commanding Officer. Supervised daily office functions, including pay, personnel records, and correspondence, as well as the Commander’s calendar.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Optimized administrative processes on a SEAWOLF-class submarine, showcasing leadership skills and adaptability in a high-pressure setting.• Orchestrated comprehensive management of the Commander’s calendar, ensuring seamless scheduling and optimal time management for high-level operations.

United States

Administrative support roles at various commands throughout the US Navy.

Master, Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration