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Tucson, Arizona, United States

Detail-oriented technical leader with extensive experience and a proven record of delivering mission critical success in submarine organizations. Recognized for effective diverse team building and on-time project completion in extremely demanding environments, including the turnaround of under-performing teams. Extensive experience in all facets of technical operations and maintenance of nuclear propulsion plants and submarine operations including training, certification, safety, and material management. TS/SCI clearance.

Kings Bay, Georgia, United States

• Provided oversight, maintenance, and certification for 8 nuclear-powered OHIO-class submarines and crews, ensuring uninterrupted execution of the nation’s cornerstone defense mission.• Presided over critical Navy military construction projects in Kings Bay in preparation for the arrival of USS COLUMBIA (SSBN 826) in 2027.• Expertly mentored all Major Commanders on base in the performance of their duties, supervising 6000 personnel base-wide to align priorities and establish an efficient Team Kings Bay.

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

• Team builder. Recruited, trained, and directly supervised the Commander’s Action Group. • Developed all reports to Congress, speeches, talking points, and messaging, both internal and external for the Commander.• Planned and executed all Commander key-leader engagement to partner organizations inside and outside the Department of Defense to include the White House and Congress.• Provided timely technical, policy, and regulatory advice and guidance to the Commander for the staff and the 150,000 personnel under US Strategic Command.

Kings Bay, Ga

• Outcome-focused leader selected for submarine Commanding Officer a second time, responsible for all operations, maintenance, logistics, and training for an SSGN, the submarine forces most dynamic and versatile weapons platform. Led 160 personnel and managed a $5M annual budget.• Developed an effective plan of action to improve level of knowledge and restore the crew’s operational proficiency for overseas deployed operations following an extensive shipyard period. Earned the Battle Efficiency award in 2020.• Integrated enlisted females into the crew of USS Georgia, incorporating lessons learned and providing new lessons learned to the fleet.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Developed nuclear weapons policy for the Chief of Naval Operations.• Expertly served as the Navy lead for the 2016 Nuclear Posture Review, coordinating across the Navy with several interagency partners.• Presided over the biennial 2016 Navy Nuclear Weapons Assessment. Responsible to the Director of Strategic Systems Program and the Chief of Naval Operations during this four-month Navy-wide assessment, overseeing a 12-person team visiting every Navy organization with Nuclear Weapon responsibility.

Kings Bay, Ga

• Led 160 personnel and managed a $2.5M annual budget, including all operations, maintenance, logistics, and training for an SSBN, a national asset.• Completed four strategic deterrent patrols enhancing the nation’s deterrence. Oversaw the daily operation of the ship for training and all personnel matters.• Improved the workplace culture and continually mentored and trained 160 Sailors – turned an underperforming team into one repeatedly recognized and awarded.

Alexandria, Va

• Enhanced multi-lateral cooperation by developing integrated technical solutions for the Department of State for the Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism. Twice presided over the plenary session with over 60+ nations in attendance.• Piloted two exercises, partnering with U.S. Central Command for Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction. Worked across the interagency developing complex training scenarios for more than 12 Middle Eastern nations.• Responsible to the Operations Directorate Head, Oversaw Geographic Combatant Command Liaison Officers for the Agency.

Kings Bay, Ga

Norfolk, Virginia Area

Norfolk, Virginia Area

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

Groton, Ct

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Military National Resource Strategy And Policy

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Mathematics And Computer Science, 3.59 - Cum Laude

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