Responsible for maintaining an in-depth knowledge of U.S. and allied countries’ military strategies and requirements, establishing and growing customer relationships, identifying and qualifying opportunities, and leading acquisition activities for a technical product line of a Fortune Global 500 defense manufacturing company.- Utilized my knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) to research, analyze, and understand the capability gaps facing US forces in imaging sensors, target location systems, and aircraft threat detection and infrared countermeasure packages.- Monitored the Planning, Programming, Budget and Execution (PPBE) process and engaged with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) joint acquisition and requirements communities to develop a clear picture of DoD’s future plans, programs, and budgets.- Collaborated with technical and product development leaders within the company to evaluate DoD’s future acquisition activities, assess the defense industry’s competitive landscape, and develop internal technology and product development roadmaps.- Developed and led multifunctional teams including program managers and technology directors in pursuit of business opportunities across DoD program offices and technology development organizations.- Worked closely with company scientists and engineers to create, develop, promote, and generate user pull for advanced technologies and applications for programs ranging from a $700M production contract to a $2M technology development contract.- Built a strong network among industry partners, subcontractors, and technology providers to address capability gaps and provide complete solutions to our customers’ needs.

- Completed 30 years of active duty and reserve component experience as a Special Forces officer. Served on combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as well as training deployments to over a dozen countries across four continents. - Held various command and staff positions at all levels, ranging from small tactical teams to larger operational and strategic headquarters. Significant experience in the Middle East, Southwest Asia, and South America.- Built successful and highly-functioning teams with diverse members from many different cultures and backgrounds. Led in a manner which motivated others to achieve their best and take pride in their accomplishments.- Promoted to the rank of Colonel during a combat deployment to Afghanistan in 2013.

Director of Operations and Executive Officer for a multi-national military task force deployed to Afghanistan with the mission of training, advising, and mentoring the Afghan National Army Special Operations Command (ANASOC).- Managed a multidimensional staff with responsibility for human resources, logistics, maintenance, transportation, facilities management, engineering, construction, information management, contracts, legal services, and security.- Provided executive supervision of over $50M annually for U.S. base support, $60M annually for contract mentors, and over $110M for construction of host-nation military facilities.- Collaborated with senior leaders across several units to develop a long-range strategic plan for Special Operations forces within Afghanistan. Developed strategies for staffing, equipping, funding, and supporting these forces.

Senior officer responsible for the planning and execution of all special operations training and advising missions in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Chile.- Coordinated with the U.S. Embassy country teams to determine priorities for training and equipping host nation forces, request authorities and funding, and develop plans for conducting training and distributing equipment.- Developed rapport and relationships with special operations leaders in each country to strengthen the military-to-military bonds with our country’s strategic partners.

- Managed a technical staff covering several areas of the Lycos network including in-house sections and private label areas hosted by third-party providers. Resolved complex problems regarding system integration and performance while retaining consistent branding and look and feel across the sites.- Led a team of software engineers and product managers to develop and implement new website features and execute revenue and page view growth strategies.- Developed automated testing for the shopping, payment, and order processing sections of the Lycos website.

- Operations Officer of a task force responsible for restoring safety, security and governmental functions in the city of Kirkuk and the At-Ta’mim province in North-Central Iraq.- Planned and executed the 12-month deployment, mission execution, and redeployment of a 60-soldier unit operating in small units throughout a volatile region of Iraq. Completed 100% of missions with no casualties.

- Led software testing projects at finance and technology customers’ sites- Developed and executed testing and release plans for financial applications

- Conducted software testing of Oracle financial software applications- Coordinated with software development to address and resolve problems and meet stringent release deadlines

- Analyzed customers’ financial results, developed forecast models, and made loan recommendations- Completed Bank of Boston’s Credit Analyst Program