Recruited by 3-star General to lead and transform graduate-level leadership school serving U.S. Army and international military officers as well as interagency representatives. Manages operation across a main campus, 4 satellite locations, a distance learning program, and a National Guard/Reserve program. Oversees 25 staff and 465 faculty serving 6K+ multinational students.Redesigned advanced operations course and built consensus for integration across departments in record-breaking time.Strengthened collaboration with local and regional academic institutions (e.g., University of Kansas and National WWI Museum).Chief of Staff (Col.), Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL, May 2016 – June 2017Director, Training & Doctrine (Col.), Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL, July 2015 – May 2016As aviation continued to rapidly change on a global scale, selected by 2-star General to leverage previous brigade leadership success in authoring a forward-looking national aviation strategy. Quickly recruited into a Chief of Staff role for Center of Excellence command with management of 6 combat aviation brigades in 6 states, 210 military/civilian staff, 11 agencies, and annual budget.Successfully delivered aviation operational and training strategy; gained buy-in of senior leaders and other equity stakeholders.Built computer-based learning system that created an immersive training experience within a virtual, multimedia environment.As Chief of Staff, led evaluation of 300+ contracts supporting all training, operations, and maintenance for a 6-brigade equivalent operation. Designed/implemented processes that ensured the on-time delivery of contract provisions within budget expectations.Developed and launched leadership development program to prepare junior officers for increasing responsibilities. Managed training/logistics operation for 4.5K+ aviation students and soldiers from 25+ nations.

Chief Executive (Col.), 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Carson, CO, July 2013 – July 2015Promoted to build U.S. Army’s latest combat aviation brigade from concept to full-scale operational readiness. Successfully delivered operational brigade within 18 months, earning recognition by 2-star General as “best combat aviation brigade commander in his 30 years.” Continued to manage all day-to-day organizational functions.Grew brigade to 3K+ personnel (from 300), 153 aircraft, and 1.75K ground vehicles in line with strategic growth plan.Education Sabbatical (Col.), National Defense University, Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., August 2012 – June 2013Hand-picked for highly selective National War College National Securities Studies Master’s program in preparation for advancement into higher command positions.Chief of Staff (Col.), U.S. Army Forces Command, Aviation Division, Fort Bragg, NC, May 2011 – May 2012Promoted to manage a 25-member civilian/military team in analyzing, planning, and securing resources for the strategic force flow and deployment of Army aviation units to meet worldwide commitments while preparing for the buildout of combat aviation brigade. Senior Manager (Lt. Col.), Air Assault Security Battalion Task Force, Savannah, GA/Afghanistan, September 2008 – February 2011Selected to restructure 300-member helicopter battalion into a multifunctional, multinational, integrated air-ground security task force supporting a third deployment in 3 years. Directed training and team development initiatives that transformed a diverse workforce into a highly skilled command.Developed creative methods for accomplishing both aviation/combat missions and culturally sensitive multinational community-building engagements.Developed deep relationships with Jordanian/Czech security forces as well as local tribal and village leaders to leverage NATO funding and ensure the success of various reconstruction efforts.

Deputy Division Operations & Plans Officer (Lt. Col.), 25th Infantry Division, Hawaii/Iraq, July 2006 – September 2008Led group of military advisors in building and leading Iraqi Military Emergency Response headquarters that integrated Iraqi Army staff with provincial police and first responders into a unified infrastructure supporting command operations. Developed training and preparation program for U.S. Army division of 17K people to deploy and conduct yearlong operations in Iraq.Additional (U.S. ARMY): Operations Officer (Maj.), 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, Hawaii/Iraq, June 2004 – June 2006Lead Strategic Planner, Combined Joint Task Force 76, Afghanistan, July 2003 – June 2004; and other operational/leadership positions.