Former senior military officer, combat veteran & experienced leader of large, diverse organizations: • Advocate for the construction trades (with a bias towards electricians), merit shops & supporter of apprenticeships.• Command at every level up to an Infantry Brigade Combat Team comprised of 3500+ Soldiers, 18 subordinate organizations, & the management of multi-national, inter-agency & inter-governmental teams world-wide.• Directed & implemented strategies for Iraqi, Afghan, U.S. government & international partners during five combat tours after 9/11. • Led organizations with 35% leader turnover, preparing them for traditional and unfamiliar duties, instilling comfort in ambiguous situations, while identifying, mentoring, & promoting the next generation of leaders.