Business Growth:- Forged strategic partnerships and delivered tangible results, contributing to awards totaling up to $35M.- Authored and evaluated SBIR/STTR proposals, identifying breakthrough dual-use technologies in commercial and government sectors, capturing $30M in grants.- Member of the Industrial Board of Advisors for a Big Ten university, leading initiatives in advanced manufacturing technology development, infrastructure requirements, and workforce transformation.- Program Manager for multi-million dollar acquisitions programs, driving the integration of cutting-edge aviation technologies.- Served as a Subject Matter Expert for a Washington D.C.-based consultancy, specializing in market gap analysis, entry strategies, risk mitigation, customer relationship management, and long-term opportunity identification.Logistics | Supply Chain Management | Major Repair & Overhaul- Senior Manager or Director level equivalent, core competencies include Defense Acquisition Programs, Partnering with Industry, Defense Innovation, and Mobility Operations - Directed organizations of up to 410 personnel, including 24 direct reports, optimizing global supply chains.- Managed a $1.1B asset portfolio, collaborating with industry and government entities to synchronize resources with national defense priorities.- Evaluated contractor performance on programs valued up to $40M, ensuring alignment with project goals.- Managed vehicle fleets valued at $32M and oversaw $1B in fuel transactions.- Supervised production support for maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations, efficiently managing a $35M budget.