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Birmingham, Alabama, Us

Throughout the years, I have had the opportunity to lead, develop and execute business processes to successful completion both in private business and in military service. I have taken these experiences and apply them with private business owners to help them grow their businesses and succeed beyond their expectations. Advantage Resources Inc. was established in 2007 to provide Business Coaching and Business Development Processes services to privately owned businesses focused on government services. Since then, we have grown to providing Business Development services to all privately owned businesses. Advantage Resources, provides focused Business Coaching to owners of businesses to help businesses in two ways. FUNCTIONAL SERVICES assists businesses in developing and implementing “world class” Business Development processes that create Consistent and Predictable results; Recruiting Processes that help build a "World Class Team"; Leadership Development Processes that create the conditions for long-term and continued success in a business. STRATEGIC SERVICES are provided through the development of simple, executable Strategic Plans. We help owners of private businesses create a strategic framework to advance their business with a clear vision. We work with successful business owners who are tired of wasting time and money from advisors and consultants and who feel that their current practices are not elevating their businesses to the next level. This is not a book, a webinar, or a one-time seminar. It is a long-term commitment to our clients, and towards their success. Members receive solid insight and practical advice that they can apply immediately to the challenges they face, from an experienced business owner, just like themselves. Owners learn to work on their business instead of in it.

Herndon, Va, Us

Akima Logistics Services, LLC supports a diverse portfolio of Federal and Commercial service providers in areas of systems engineering, training, and logistics. I was an integral player in proposal development and managed geographically distributed work teams. OPERATIONS: I successfully managed and made profitable over $30 million in training and logistics contracts for the US Army, Department of Homeland Security, and other agencies throughout the continental United States. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: My management of Business Development and Capture functions resulted in some of the highest revenue and margins within the company. Across all market segments, I developed multiple lines of training support services focused on various government agencies, and military training support services.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

As Chief of Staff, I coordinated the development and implementation of a Garrison Standing Operating Procedure which synchronized and synergized all staff elements including personnel, intelligence, operations, logistics, communications (IT), public affairs, military legal, recruiting, budget and finance. At the conclusion of my service, staff-action time had been reduced by half while coordinating the staff in effectively accomplishing every mission.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

As Brigade Commander with multiple battalions, I significantly shortened post-mobilization training time by instituting a pre-mobilization training plan; designed and implemented a comprehensive recruiting program that resulted in units being fill to an average of 125% of required strength; and coordinated and synchronized the simultaneously reassignment of all assigned subordinate unit to other commands which preparing one for deactivation 30 days ahead of schedule.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

In the mobilization in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, I served as Battalion Commander responsible for daily operational training, and logistics requirements. During this service, I managed over $30 million in various government contracts saving an average of $1.25 million per contract through comprehensive contract development; built and operated four advanced marksmanship ranges for training deploying units; developed and implemented a “Role Player” program which was so successful it was rolled out to all 1st US Army Training Support Brigades.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

At the beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Operation Noble Eagle, I served as Chief of Group Operations. I successfully trained some of the first deploying staffs of battalion through General Officer level organizations in preparation for deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan.Coordinating and synchronizing the training over 4000 National Guard and Reserve Commanders, Staffs, and soldiers in preparation for deployment included:▶ Developing training products for staff elements of all levels▶ Creating certification program for all Mobile Training Team members▶ Sending certified Mobile Training Teams throughout the United States▶ All aspects of operations for Task Force 1-87

Gaithersburg, Maryland, Us

OSS Inc. was a government services company that provided a variety of training support and linguistic services to the US Government including DOD and DOS. I was engaged to create a Commercial Services Division for OSS to leverage the services being provided to government agencies towards commercial applications, including Professional Recruiting, Leadership Development, and Security Services.

Before virtual offices had become common, a partner and I started a technical staffing company which was a purely virtual office environment. My responsibilities included developing and implementing operational procedures. I left the business when I was called back for active military duty.

Zurich, Ch

Adecco Staffing, USA is a leading provider in HR solutions connecting professionals with employers. I was rapidly promoted from Branch Manager, through Area Manager, to Area Vice President for the Southeastern United States due to demonstrated financial performance. My success came through applying positive leadership attributes of leading, coaching, training and mentoring all recruiters and sales executives in the area. ▶ Managed $8 million in annual revenue▶ Specialized in building tight cohesive teams ▶ Recognized for both the Area and Branches growth in sales and profit growth

Tri-Staffing Inc. finds and secures the best people for a company’s needs. I was hired as Managing Director of a new Technical Staffing Division. This included implementing all new systems in hiring technical candidates for clients; creating business development, sales and marketing systems; being responsible for the division’s P&L; and building a technical division team including recruiters and account managers. ▶ Created a positive cash flow ▶ Made division profitable in the first year▶ Instituted a Direct Placement element ▶ Increased database of candidates by 400% in first six months▶ Increased clients by 200% in first six months

Diemen, Noord-Holland, Nl

Randstad is a provider of HR services. As Branch Manager, I was responsible for organizing, staffing and managing four separate events associated with the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, GA. ▶ Developed annual budget and operating plans ▶ Doubled the number of employees within eleven months▶ Increased gross margin dollars by 36% within 15 months

Arlington, Virginia, Us

My experience in creating effective and efficient processes began during my time as a Regular Army Officer. Specifically, I:▶ Provided in-depth training to Department of Defense Information Technology contractors resulting in saving an estimated six months in development time for computer simulation software. ▶ Successfully commanded a fully modernized (Bradley, M2A2) Company in Europe during the time of the fall of the Berlin wall.▶ Successfully served as a primary staff officer including: Adjutant; Brigade Assistant (S3) Training Officer; Brigade Assistant (S3) Plans and Exercise Officer; Battalion S3/Executive Officer).▶ Designed and implemented various training programs for the US Army, focused especially on emerging doctrine and future technical and digital communication equipment applications. ▶ Wrote Army-wide doctrinal publications (books and field manuals)

Masters Of Arts, Strategic Studies

Masters Of Science, Industry Management

Bachelor'S Degree

Bachelor Of Science, Social And Political Science