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Conduct security cooperation planning and program design linking strategy to capability implementation so that Allies and partner nations can conduct defense activities that complement U.S. national security interests.

Pentagon

Provided the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff military advice regarding foreign humanitarian assistance and global health matters; Integrated the Joint Force response for foreign disaster relief; and Participated in the National Security Council’s interagency policy committee process for defense matters. • Awarded the Joint Civilian Service Commendation for contributions to the Joint Force’s humanitarian and civic assistance programs and the department’s implementation of the Leahy laws• Crafted military advice to the CJCS, endorsed by the Secretary of Defense, that became the department’s policy during the COVID-19 pandemic to assist partners and Allies better• Recognized as the directorate’s Civilian of the Quarter for efforts related to the department’s pandemic response

Arlington, Va

Led a team to conduct assessment, monitoring, and evaluation (AM&E) activities for Department of Defense programs to build partner nation capabilities contributing to U.S. national security interests.

Arlington, Virginia

Delivered executive-level instructional programs to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, foreign militaries, and industry. Spearheaded initiatives to modernize the curriculum and develop new course content to incorporate the legislative reforms, including compliance for credentialing the Security Cooperation Workforce.

Stuttgart, Germany

Supervised a staff of 15 military and civilian professionals implementing national security programs across 51 European nations, promoting the National Defense Strategy and Department of Defense policy objectives for cooperation and defense among U.S. Allies and Partners. Administered $19.2M in program funds to conduct 1,500+ activities across Europe to counter Russian actions.• Directed the creation of an international partnership proposal, earning the 4-Star Commanding General’s approval and endorsement to the Secretary of Defense • Oversaw execution of $600M+ in foreign military sales and training programs • Achieved highest assessment rating during 13 statutory inspections for compliance monitoring

Fort Polk, La

Provided expertise in training and operational readiness management, preparing Army National Guard combat units for participation in large-scale, simulated combat exercises; collaborated with Headquarters Department of the Army-level program managers to ensure alignment and allocation of required resources.

Carlisle Barracks, Pa

Competitively selected to attend in-residence, senior service college Master’s-level professional military education - focused on national security strategy, policy, and leadership. • Selected for promotion to colonel, top 3% of 270 peers

Arlington, Va

Coordinated planning and programs for the 350,000 ARNG Soldiers across 54 States and Territories through a unity of effort among six separate functional areas of current operations, training, readiness, force management, intelligence, and aviation; provided assignment recommendations for the talent management of 850 officers within the operations career field; conducted analysis and assessment of current year spending for over $3B ensuring alignment with strategy, goals, and outcomes.

Fort Benning, Georgia

Trained 2,500+ students annually with 65 instructors across three high-risk programs of instruction, including pre-Ranger, Air Assault, and Pathfinder, and two infantry-fighting vehicle crew technical courses• Improved course graduation rates to exceed Army course historical averages by more than 15%• Increased the battalion’s training proficiency and competency to conduct battalion-level parachute training exercises – a first for the organization

Arlington, Va

Planed, developed, coordinated, and executed training programs across the 54 states and territories. Principle director to 12 account managers to prioritize and distribute funds to the 54 states and territories. Coordinated and collaborated routinely with the U.S. Army accountants, state training officers, and peers to ensure successful program management and fund execution. • Oversaw the program execution of $1B in collective and special training accounts for the entire Army National Guard across 54 states and territories• Developed and directed a bi-weekly training course for program managers

Balad, Iraq

Combat adviser to counterparts from an Iraqi infantry battalion during ten months of combat operations in the Salahuddin Province during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Supervised the task force staff in executing current and future combat operations, personnel security, life support, logistics, maintenance, communications, and personnel management under austere conditions. • Awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Combat Infantryman's Badge, supervised the execution of over 300 platoon and company-sized combat missions, four battalion-level combat operations, and two combined brigade-level exercises• Certified an Iraqi infantry battalion to conduct battalion-level, independent combat operations under U.S. brigade direction after having progressed from a static base security role

Fort Benning, Ga

Accomplished projects and initiatives assigned by the Infantry School operations officer, including the validation and resourcing of infantry proponent programs of instructions for the U.S. Army• Planner for efforts including the Infantry School's first mobile training team to both Afghanistan and Iraq, media boot camp, Free-Iraqi Forces training program, and the Infantry proponent conference

Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Commanded the division-level headquarters and headquarters company comprised of 308 Soldiers, NCOs, staff officers, and the Commanding General. Responsible for the force protection, safety, health, welfare, morale, safety, training, and discipline. Accountable for $12 million of unit property. Directly supervise 10 Soldiers.• Deployed 308 Soldiers to Bosnia-Herzegovina during Operation Joint Forge for eight months without any significant accidents or safety mishaps

Arlington, Va

Prepared service component-level operating budget, including a time-phased funding plan across multiple National Guard State headquarters. Coordinated and synchronized the ARNG in 54 States and Territories, HQDA, FORSCOM, TRADOC, and the Combat Training Centers to plan and execute ARNG unit participation. • Delivered the best proposal for program funding to the Army's training oversight group• Developed resource distribution models where none existed previously

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Responsible for maintaining and increasing sales to established accounts. Collaborated with surgeons, clinicians, nurses, and purchasing managers to achieve sales goal objectives. Streamlined various inventory management systems with directors of material management to maximize efficiency• Increased territory sales by 11%• Completed Ethicon's Primary and Secondary Sales Courses

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

Infantry Rifle Platoon Leader, Rifle Company Executive Officer, Rifle Company Commander, Battalion Personnel Officer, and Battalion Logistics Officer.• Planned, coordinated, deployed, and sustained an infantry battalion of 500+ Soldiers and equipment from Hawaii to the Republic of Haiti during Operation Uphold Democracy; participated in Operation Inki Response after the hurricane destroyed much of Kauai• Recognized as the best outpost of 13 during a general officer inspection during the Multinational Force and Observer's Mission, Sinai, Egypt

Master Of Strategic Studies, National Security/Military Strategic Studies, General

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Recreation, Parks, And Tourism Science

Activities and Societies: Corps of Cadets, Rudder's Rangers, Army ROTC, ROTC Ranger Challenge Team