United States Army Reserve
CurrentBattalion Commander (Division Director)• Oversee the strategic planning and execution of training and operations for a Training Support Battalion.• Analyze organizational requirements and capabilities to identify and address administrative, logistical, and operational training and support needs. • Provide supervisory support to 10 direct reports to ensure completion of essential tasks and promote personal and professional development.Communications Operations Manager (2020-2022)• Reviewed communications requests from external agencies to determine the appropriate organizational response.• Facilitated collaboration across departments to ensure accurate and complimentary communications products.• Served as a staff resource to ensure proper grammar and style in organizational publications.Public Affairs Manager (2018-2020)• Oversaw content creation and production for the organization’s communications plan and media platforms.• Drafted communications for internal and external audiences to facilitate clear and consistent organizational messaging.• Coordinated proactive media contacts and responses to media queries to highlight Army Reserve operations and local community engagement. Marketing & Communications Director (2016-2018)• Served as a lead spokesperson and media contact for the Office of the Secretary of Defense (Reserve Affairs); prepared press releases and remarks to provide media and stakeholder updates.• Organized key leader engagement events for more than 20 Congressional offices to recruit new partners and demonstrate program value during site visits throughout the United States.• Provided reports to Congress and Pentagon Officials to convey the program’s value proposition and secure continued funding during budget reform.