Company co-founder responsible for leading and directing short- and long-range strategic planning activities for the company’s process of acquiring existing businesses in order to strengthen them, help employees find meaningful value and worth, and ensure enduring operations. Leads the integration of people, processes, and technology supporting our vision to prayerfully nurture a collaborative community where our people, trust, and responsibility cultivate God’s gifts, share them lovingly in… Show more Company co-founder responsible for leading and directing short- and long-range strategic planning activities for the company’s process of acquiring existing businesses in order to strengthen them, help employees find meaningful value and worth, and ensure enduring operations. Leads the integration of people, processes, and technology supporting our vision to prayerfully nurture a collaborative community where our people, trust, and responsibility cultivate God’s gifts, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord. Leads corporate and subsidiary strategic and IT planning, process management, and process optimization activities. Show less

As the Vice President, Strategic Planning, for Slade Glass Co, use my experience as C-Suite Executive Leader in both Information Technology (IT) and Strategic Planning, to identify the Company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats and strategically identify and support the Company’s leadership, its employees, and assets with any necessary resources. Through Rob’s strategic planning and analysis, mitigate various financial, operational, and reputational risks the Company may… Show more As the Vice President, Strategic Planning, for Slade Glass Co, use my experience as C-Suite Executive Leader in both Information Technology (IT) and Strategic Planning, to identify the Company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats and strategically identify and support the Company’s leadership, its employees, and assets with any necessary resources. Through Rob’s strategic planning and analysis, mitigate various financial, operational, and reputational risks the Company may encounter, and leads the development of our plan for growth and expansion. Show less

Freelance planner open to engagement with faith-based and non-profit organizations who previously thought they could never afford an executive-level planner with extensive experience in:- Strategic Planning- Information Technology- Knowledge Management- Process Management- Curriculum Development- Faith-Based Business OperationsMy dream? To make a difference in the world by empowering faith-based and non-profit organizations to grow and ensure enduring… Show more Freelance planner open to engagement with faith-based and non-profit organizations who previously thought they could never afford an executive-level planner with extensive experience in:- Strategic Planning- Information Technology- Knowledge Management- Process Management- Curriculum Development- Faith-Based Business OperationsMy dream? To make a difference in the world by empowering faith-based and non-profit organizations to grow and ensure enduring legacies. Show less

Provided vision and leadership for developing and implementing initiatives to integrate people, processes, and technology supporting the mission of building Christ-centered families. Provided executive support to all company directors with planning, developing, directing and evaluating organizational efforts to integrate mission and values into every aspect of company operations, from the long-term strategic planning to the daily operations of front-line staff. In collaboration with the… Show more Provided vision and leadership for developing and implementing initiatives to integrate people, processes, and technology supporting the mission of building Christ-centered families. Provided executive support to all company directors with planning, developing, directing and evaluating organizational efforts to integrate mission and values into every aspect of company operations, from the long-term strategic planning to the daily operations of front-line staff. In collaboration with the ministry's Information Technology (IT) team, evaluated technologies and assisted them with designing systems and processes to manage complexity, increase business agility, and integrate with their existing business system architectures. Led the company’s overarching strategic planning efforts, and assisted the other directors with developing and executing their functional area support strategies. Facilitated development of, wrote, and began execution of the company's first-ever business strategy. Led multiple process-improvement initiatives and developed myriad policy documents covering organizational governance, compensation, payroll, performance assessment, and cyber/information security. Developed and managed the company's first-ever key performance indicator dashboards and monthly reviews. I laid the foundation to ensure the ministry 's people, processes, and technology were optimized to support our mission, and that the ministry was well-positioned for future growth and long-term success. Show less

Provided vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology (IT) and knowledge management (KM) initiatives to integrate people and processes supporting the Vinnell Arabia (VA) enterprise. Worked with the Information Management Division (IMD) to deliver reliable, high-performance IT/KM systems and infrastructure. Led VA KM initiatives. Identified cost and productivity improvements, developed security frameworks for IT/KM assets, and improved enterprise integration.… Show more Provided vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology (IT) and knowledge management (KM) initiatives to integrate people and processes supporting the Vinnell Arabia (VA) enterprise. Worked with the Information Management Division (IMD) to deliver reliable, high-performance IT/KM systems and infrastructure. Led VA KM initiatives. Identified cost and productivity improvements, developed security frameworks for IT/KM assets, and improved enterprise integration. Developed or enhanced VA business partnerships to improve technology-enabled capabilities. Improved the value of VA’s IT/KM investment portfolio and drove long-term views on technology investments. In collaboration with the IMD Manager, evaluated technologies and assisted with designing technical architectures to manage complexity, increase business agility, and integrates with customer architectures where feasible. Defined a clear, IT-enabled, KM-supported business transformation vision and managed complex change programs while delivering secure, reliable IT/KM services. Show less

Assisted in the supervision of US and Saudi curriculum developers/instructor advisors, curriculum advisors, interpreters/ translators, and multimedia personnel. Advised the manager on all aspects of Branch activities for the Ministry of National Guard's Command and General Staff College (CGSC) including curriculum development, faculty development, strategic planning, and evaluation/assessment. Supported the use the ADDIE (analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate ) Model as a basis… Show more Assisted in the supervision of US and Saudi curriculum developers/instructor advisors, curriculum advisors, interpreters/ translators, and multimedia personnel. Advised the manager on all aspects of Branch activities for the Ministry of National Guard's Command and General Staff College (CGSC) including curriculum development, faculty development, strategic planning, and evaluation/assessment. Supported the use the ADDIE (analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate ) Model as a basis for instructional design and/or instructional content. Supported the manager in the execution and application of solutions in accordance with the CGSC intent, metrics, and knowledge management requirements. Represented the Manager in the coordination and mediation of processes with the Office of the Program Manager-Ministry of National Guard (OPM-MNG).• Developed 19 key project management documents for three key business lines of effort; ensured corporate visibility• Lead developer for first-ever Cyberspace Operations elective course; conducted analysis, authored course design and objectives• Webmaster for branch’s information dissemination portal; only one in the Training Directorate using this tool• Hand-picked for General Manager’s Strategic Initiatives Group to analyze future organization/business lines of effort• Course Manager for Advanced Tactics Course; led four developers in creating new course curriculum; architect behind first-ever Case Study Instructor Guide--ensures faculty fully-prepared for rigorous analysis of five case studies• Updated electronic doctrine library: consolidated English versions of MNG doctrine; created case study library Show less

Administered and executed curriculum for a year-long professional military education program for senior international military officers. Taught graduate-level courses on national strategy, joint doctrine, capabilities, campaign planning, cyberspace operations, and information operations at the operational and strategic levels of national defense.• Tailored curriculum for Theater Strategy and Campaigning Course developed by the US military to be more culturally attuned to Saudi… Show more Administered and executed curriculum for a year-long professional military education program for senior international military officers. Taught graduate-level courses on national strategy, joint doctrine, capabilities, campaign planning, cyberspace operations, and information operations at the operational and strategic levels of national defense.• Tailored curriculum for Theater Strategy and Campaigning Course developed by the US military to be more culturally attuned to Saudi requirements; Commandant’s subject matter expert for operational design methodology• Developed and conducted student-led military planning exercises supporting emerging national security objectives; integrated lessons learned from ongoing Saudi-led military and security operations in Yemen• Created curriculum teaching materials for Theory of War and Strategy Course; integrated culturally relevant/sensitive readings and multimedia into lessons• Advised Commandant and fellow Saudi faculty on US doctrine development and adult teaching methodologies• Researched/developed cyber and space lessons for two courses; College’s cyberspace operations subject matter expert• Mentor for new faculty orientation; quickly and effectively transitioned new Saudi officers from student to faculty Show less

Led 26 senior officers in developing, administering, and executing curriculum for a 30-lesson Warfighting Course; teach graduate-level courses on national strategy, joint doctrine, capabilities, and planning at the operational and strategic levels of national defense. • Military faculty subject matter expert and senior research advisor for advanced cyberspace capability strategies supporting joint warfighting concepts• Developed on-line faculty navigation tool, improved curriculum… Show more Led 26 senior officers in developing, administering, and executing curriculum for a 30-lesson Warfighting Course; teach graduate-level courses on national strategy, joint doctrine, capabilities, and planning at the operational and strategic levels of national defense. • Military faculty subject matter expert and senior research advisor for advanced cyberspace capability strategies supporting joint warfighting concepts• Developed on-line faculty navigation tool, improved curriculum distribution via Blackboard learning system; courses delivered on-schedule and under budget allowing multi-device student access• Designed integrated master database to track/manage higher headquarters curriculum objectives and readings for 7 courses/105 lessons; enables the College’s Dean to immediately answer curriculum queries, and faculty to quickly de-conflict and better integrate hundreds of academic readings• Cyber advisor for 16 research papers providing guidance and contacts in industry and the government on a range of cyber-related topics; student papers have won College and Department of Defense awards Show less

Led acquisition oversight between operations staff and four Program Element Offices (PEOs), supporting 12 Program Management Offices (PMOs).• Managed warfighter acquisition program and project impacts to current and future operations worldwide. • Led cross-boundary discussions and disseminated critical information to ensure unity of effort across the Agency, while serving as Director’s lead integrator for the Afghanistan Mission Network• Orchestrated integration efforts of 15… Show more Led acquisition oversight between operations staff and four Program Element Offices (PEOs), supporting 12 Program Management Offices (PMOs).• Managed warfighter acquisition program and project impacts to current and future operations worldwide. • Led cross-boundary discussions and disseminated critical information to ensure unity of effort across the Agency, while serving as Director’s lead integrator for the Afghanistan Mission Network• Orchestrated integration efforts of 15 diverse, global organizations; ensured $5.5M global enterprise network available on-time, on-budget, for 51 partner nations supporting combat operations in Afghanistan• Conducted weekly reviews for the Director and senior staff integrating the operations of 13 global field agencies with PEOs; Director kept current, field agency cross-boundary awareness increased• Coordinated computing center server waiver process; ensured PMOs used Agency-provided cloud services, decreased use of more expensive non-Agency storage, and leveraged economies of scale Show less

Project lead for classified International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) combat mission network for Afghanistan that evolved into the Afghanistan Mission Network, while leading multi-service/multi- national integrated product teams in developing future command, control, communications, and computer capabilities. • Provided strategic and operational direction while managing cost, schedule, and performance of four assigned IT acquisition programs• Directed re-purpose of underutilized… Show more Project lead for classified International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) combat mission network for Afghanistan that evolved into the Afghanistan Mission Network, while leading multi-service/multi- national integrated product teams in developing future command, control, communications, and computer capabilities. • Provided strategic and operational direction while managing cost, schedule, and performance of four assigned IT acquisition programs• Directed re-purpose of underutilized network resulting in improved Afghanistan command and control capability three months ahead of original schedule and at a savings of over $1.5M• Increased connectivity to ISAF classified network resulting in more combat organizations able to submit mission-critical intelligence data; increased Coalition operational picture thereby minimizing loss of life• Streamlined Battle Lab Test Network connection procedures; resulted in quicker connection approval and increased ability of combat units headed to Iraq and Afghanistan to refine their ability to operate on the Afghanistan Mission Network in the US before actually connecting upon their arrival in an overseas combat environment Show less

Responsible for base support functions; oversaw 1,900 employees providing human resource management, communications, contracting, recreational services, security, civil engineering, and logistics support.• Spearheaded multiple high-visibility facility upgrades to lodging, base golf course, fitness center; all on-time• Deployed to Kuwait as Deputy Mission Support Group Commander; managed $408K in runway repairs, 220K in-transit passengers, 9K tons of cargo, $65K in gym repairs, and… Show more Responsible for base support functions; oversaw 1,900 employees providing human resource management, communications, contracting, recreational services, security, civil engineering, and logistics support.• Spearheaded multiple high-visibility facility upgrades to lodging, base golf course, fitness center; all on-time• Deployed to Kuwait as Deputy Mission Support Group Commander; managed $408K in runway repairs, 220K in-transit passengers, 9K tons of cargo, $65K in gym repairs, and completed $1.2M dining facility Show less

Led a 240-person team responsible for the $2M operations and maintenance of all base communications, computer, flight control, and navigation systems.• Managed secure and non-secure telephone and computer network services to 13K+ customers; planned, budgeted, and executed new communications capabilities• Negotiated, procured, and flawlessly executed a $1M voice-over Internet Protocol test initiative• Secured $436K in end-of-year funds for communications upgrades to base… Show more Led a 240-person team responsible for the $2M operations and maintenance of all base communications, computer, flight control, and navigation systems.• Managed secure and non-secure telephone and computer network services to 13K+ customers; planned, budgeted, and executed new communications capabilities• Negotiated, procured, and flawlessly executed a $1M voice-over Internet Protocol test initiative• Secured $436K in end-of-year funds for communications upgrades to base infrastructure Show less

Led a joint team of 50 active duty US military personnel and contractors in advising an Iraqi General Officer and 900+ Iraqi Army staff on force generation, sustainment, and life support for 8K+ Iraqi Army soldiers.• Delivered $10M+ in demanding engineering and logistics projects on-time, within budget• Conducted personal mentoring to an Iraqi General Officer and 50+ Iraqi Army officers, resulting in staff becoming self-sufficient after other teams had failed

Guided and led 50 employees in providing advocacy and program oversight for national information operations core capabilities of computer network operations, electronic warfare, operations security, psychological operations, and military deception. • Initiated and developed the identification, documentation, coordination, and implementation of future Joint information operations capabilities, while serving as Quality Assurance Evaluator for multiple contracts totaling over $5M dollars for… Show more Guided and led 50 employees in providing advocacy and program oversight for national information operations core capabilities of computer network operations, electronic warfare, operations security, psychological operations, and military deception. • Initiated and developed the identification, documentation, coordination, and implementation of future Joint information operations capabilities, while serving as Quality Assurance Evaluator for multiple contracts totaling over $5M dollars for 30 assigned contractors• Identified, advocated for, and procured funding for $25K in network infrastructure upgrades, and $10K for state-of-the-art conference room enhancements, ensuring continued monitoring of global network impacts• Revised out-of-date information condition (INFOCON) alerting system directives used across the Department of Defense; resulted in network intrusion responses with measurable outcomes• Guided cross-border computer network defense collaboration as lead representative of the US-Canada Information Operations Working Group; improved intelligence sharing capabilities, increased awareness Show less

Completed demanding multi-disciplinary program emphasizing leadership and critical thinking when applying the development, advancement, and application of air, space, and cyber power.

Led nearly 500 employees in all aspects of fixed and mobile communications and IT capabilities supporting command and control systems throughout the Western Pacific. Managed the execution of $2M annual budget.• Designed first-ever consolidated network control center thereby improving support and increasing employee productivity by 20 percent• Facilitated numerous IT system overhauls: $1M classified network improvement, $1.2M radar repair, $250K storage area network installation; all… Show more Led nearly 500 employees in all aspects of fixed and mobile communications and IT capabilities supporting command and control systems throughout the Western Pacific. Managed the execution of $2M annual budget.• Designed first-ever consolidated network control center thereby improving support and increasing employee productivity by 20 percent• Facilitated numerous IT system overhauls: $1M classified network improvement, $1.2M radar repair, $250K storage area network installation; all delivered with minimal operational impacts Show less

As dual-hatted executive, directed all IT planning and support activities for a major North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) headquarters and subordinate units located throughout northern Italy. Led planning for multi-million dollar IT systems for NATO exercises and operations. “Deputy Mayor” for US enclave.• Planned, designed, and executed command-wide information management plan; resulting intranet eliminated decades-old reliance on manual process; senior staff identified 800… Show more As dual-hatted executive, directed all IT planning and support activities for a major North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) headquarters and subordinate units located throughout northern Italy. Led planning for multi-million dollar IT systems for NATO exercises and operations. “Deputy Mayor” for US enclave.• Planned, designed, and executed command-wide information management plan; resulting intranet eliminated decades-old reliance on manual process; senior staff identified 800 man-hour savings monthly• Developed web-based IT requirements process resulting in improved tracking and reduction in processing time of 50 percent Show less

Led communications and IT operations for the headquarters at LANDSOUTH and the Fifth Allied Tactical Air Force, Vicenza, Italy. Managed operations and maintenance of fixed and mobile communications and IT assets.• Deployed to Bosnia, as Theater Information Security Officer, NATO Operation JOINT FORGE; significantly improved weak NATO security awareness and operational vulnerabilities• Supervised communications and IT planning efforts for multiple NATO Partnership for Peace exercises… Show more Led communications and IT operations for the headquarters at LANDSOUTH and the Fifth Allied Tactical Air Force, Vicenza, Italy. Managed operations and maintenance of fixed and mobile communications and IT assets.• Deployed to Bosnia, as Theater Information Security Officer, NATO Operation JOINT FORGE; significantly improved weak NATO security awareness and operational vulnerabilities• Supervised communications and IT planning efforts for multiple NATO Partnership for Peace exercises throughout Europe Show less

Led 21-member team supporting the IT services of the Secretary of the Air Force, the Air Force Chief of Staff, and the Air Staff of 6,500 customers. Maintained configuration control of hardware and proprietary software.• Directed the streamlining of helpdesk procedures, implemented customer service-level agreements, and as a result, cut response times from days to hours• Planned and executed $4M desktop computer system upgrade for Air Staff

Managed multiple military human resource programs during the period including accessions, education, training, promotions, retirements, separations, and evaluations. Supervised US and UK Ministry of Defense employees.• Provided military HR assistance to 4,000 airmen in the UK: in/out-processing, assignments, retirements, tracking of personnel handling nuclear weapons; flawlessly expedited 2,000 individual transfers during major unit turnover