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From my early days of non-profit work, to managing high-stakes Department of Defense (DoD) contracts while being forward deployed in several combat zones across the globe, my career has been a journey of embracing the toughest of challenges. Whether overseeing DoD cash procurements in California in support of DFAS-West or managing diverse federal contracts remotely from home, I’ve never backed down from complex, mission-critical work.I’m a proactive and results-driven stakeholder with a reputation for independent problem-solving, team leadership, and innovative thinking in a competitive and evolving marketplace. A Marine through and through—once a Marine, always a Marine—I bring over a decade of federal contract experience, and have overcome the greatest challenges including four combat deployments and the subsequent surgeries. Having traveled the world and fought for freedom I have a profound appreciation and respect for all cutting edge technologies that benefit the American war fighter and our countries mission around the globe to protect and defend democracy. I am proficient in both English and Russian. Currently, I manage a diverse portfolio in the Aerospace & Defense sector of contracts at Areté Associates, Inc. as a Senior Staff Contracts Manager. I’m constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to drive success and growth.Per Aspera Ad Astra.