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As Managing Director and visionary for the business, I manage daily operations while leading the direction for future initiatives. I create content for online group coaching programs and present training from live and virtual stages. Being the principle in a small company, I also oversee the integration of sales, marketing, finances, branding, course content and training.

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Officer and Protection Cell Officer in Charge for the 122nd Tactical Support Detachment in support of 7th Infantry Division staff and Georgia Army National Guard missions. Plans, coordinates, and CBRN operations and training to include CBRN vulnerability assessments; multi-spectral obscuration; sensitive site exploitation and assessment; CBRN reconnaissance; CBRN decontamination; Division force protection; and combating Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), including non-proliferation, counter-proliferation and consequence management.

The U.S. Army Central (USARCENT) Liaison Officer to the United Arab Emirates military serves as the lead planner for building partner capacity. Coordinates to achieve the Emirati military goals, objectives and programs as part of the USARCENT Theater Security Cooperation Plan. Serves as the conduit between the U.S. Army and the Emirati military. Partners with the U.S. Department of State through the Office of Defense Partnership at the embassy to plan and execute operational and strategic deployments, engagements and other regional security cooperation activities. Responsible for fostering strong bi-lateral relationships with UAE military and government personnel.

Provides the overall collection, evaluation and dissemination of operational information concerning a disaster incident in order to understand the current situation, predict incident course, and to assist in the preparation of response objectives and strategies. Advices the commander and staff concerning the National Incident Management System (NIMS), Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT). Provides oversight and guidance for training programs, evaluations, and exercises. Manages the military disaster regional response planning for region IV. Serves as SME for matters related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE), Hospital Emergency Response Training (HERT), and laboratory medicine.

Executive Officer for a 1,951 Soldier Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB), consisting of a Brigade Headquarters, a Brigade Support Battalion, a Field Artillery Battalion, an Engineer Battalion, a Network Signal Company, and a Mission Command Post Operational Detachment. Principle coordinator and supervisor for MEB current operations. Manages and directs staff officers across the organization to ensure organizational effectiveness and successful mission accomplishment. Counsels, mentors, and evaluates staff on performance and accomplishment of requirements for career advancement. Lead staff sections in the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP) through all operations and training events. Teaches coaches, and mentors all staff officers, advises Battalion Commanders and principle tactical adviser to the Brigade Commander on maneuver support operations.

Provides the commander of a robust multifunctional brigade with flexibility on planning and coordinating activities related to terrain management with respect to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High Yield Explosive (CBRNE) defensive planning in order to conduct maneuver support operations that integrate the complementary and reinforcing capabilities of key protection, movement, maneuver, and sustainment functions. Supervises and trains personnel internal and external to the brigade in CBRNE protection which in turn complements the operations, training and civil affairs cells with their primary focus.

Operations Officer for Joint Task Force 781 CBRNE, a Joint Army and Air National Guard unit with more than 500 personnel tasked with responding to state, regional, national, and international hazards to include, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and high yield Explosive events (CBRNE). Duties and responsibilities include the operations, training, planning, and readiness of five companies (100 personnel each) and two detachments (50 personnel each) within the battalion. When deployed, serves as the Incident Commander (IC) Liaison Officer within the CBRNE Task Force (TF) with the responsibility for tracking the requirements & requests from the IC while relaying information to the CBRNE TF command staff. Also serves as a subject matter expert for CBRNE hazards.

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Detachment Commander of a Chemical Headquarters Detachment located in Centreville, Alabama. Responsible for strength management, discipline, morale, welfare, physical condition, and administration of the detachment. Responsible for implementing the Battalion Commander's decisions and concepts and insuring that they are carried out at the detachment level. Coordinate and implement training based on the Battalion Commander's guidance and needs of the detachment. Issue and carry out plans, training, operation orders, SOP's, risk management, family support, and career development for all assigned Officers, NCO's and Soldiers within the detachment.

Serves as a CBRNE Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP) Company Commander of a company with one detachment (100 Soldiers) deployable throughout the Southeastern U.S. (FEMA Region IV) with primary responsibility for North Alabama to provide immediate response capability to the Governor, searching an incident site, including damaged buildings; rescuing any casualties, decontaminating them, and performing medical triage and initial treatment to stabilize them for transport to a medical facility. Develops and maintains program objectives; coordinates and participates in the preparation of progress reports and other material required for assistance from other agencies in emergency management activities; develops, coordinates and reviews comprehensive military and civilian emergency and disaster preparedness plans; coordinates and implements emergency programs for the community. Designs program requirements that accommodate local priorities or emphasis and meet current recognized standards for the emergency management programs. Develops guidance to be used for implementing criteria and evaluating preparedness based on exercises, plans, and training. Assists in preparing and administering the annual operating budget for the unit emergency management program. Tests emergency plans in conjunction with the appropriate officials; revises and updates Emergency Plan as necessary to maintain compliance with State and Federal EMS mandates and requirements. Develops Disaster Preparedness plans for the CERFP Company; assists in developing and conducting cooperative training programs in emergency management for Police, City Departments and others within the community. Ensures readiness of response facilities, supplies, and equipment for disaster and hazardous materials incidents; attends and participates in intergovernmental committees and meetings on disaster preparedness and emergency management.

As the PTAE Region II Commander I supervised one regional team of 10-15 personnel operating in an area of approximately 13,000 sq miles as a Region Commander for the State of Alabama's Pre-mobilization Training Assistance Element’s (PTAE). Managed the training mission of preparing 8-10 national guard units (approx. 1000 Soldiers) of the Alabama National Guard to deploy to combat zones in support of the Global War on Terrorism by coordinating & validating training, assisting with personnel issues, and overseeing the logistical support. Reviewed and revised all pre-mobilization classes and training support packages (TSPs) to ensure compliance with evolving Army standards set forth by the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), the First U.S. Army and theater of operations requirements. Developed, managed, and lead instruction of all pre-mobilization First Aid and Combat Lifesaver (combat first responder) training given to deploying units for the state of Alabama totaling over 1,500 students. Recertified 300 Soldiers as Combat Lifesavers and trained 18 others to be instructors. Prepared and instructed Level I Anti-terrorism (Awareness) and Counter - Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) classes to more than 300 Soldiers. Directed and validated the training of over 1,500 Soldiers in Land Navigation and almost 1,000 in Uparmored Vehicle Driver Training. Drafted and presented briefings and reports to higher level commanders tracking the readiness and validation of units deploying for combat and support operations globally. I advised higher level commanders of operational changes that would increase the efficiency of current operations while reducing material allocations in the execution of the unit’s training mission. I was recognized by the Reserve Officer Association (ROA) as a national top ten finalist of over 12,000 nominations for the MG Strom Thurmond Outstanding Junior Officer Award presented in Washington, DC.

Battalion Executive Officer of the First Army Observer Controller / Trainer (OC/T) Academy in the 177th Armored Brigade, First Army Division East. Principal advisor to the Commandant for logistical planning and execution. Responsible for planning and resourcing training for supported OC/T students from Active Duty and Reserve component units that are tasked to train mobilized Soldiers to fight the Global War on Terror (GWOT). Overall responsible for the maintenance and improvements of the Academy's ranges, training areas, facilities and vehicles. Responsible for ensuring the OC/T cadre are certified and properly resourced to train OC/T trainers for facilities nationwide. Drafted and managed fiscal year budgets in excess of $2 million. Oversaw major projects and acquisitions. Managed OC/T Academy staff sections. Served as the Academy Commandant in his absence. Three major accomplishments were the revision of the OC/T Academy Program of Instruction (POI), restructuring of the organizational staffing, and relocation of the training facilities. The revision of the POI using a lean six sigma process allowed the length of training students to be reduced by 30% while focusing and improving the quality of instruction. The external cost savings by the Army is approximately $700 per soldier or $3.5 million per year. The POI revision allowed for a restructuring of the cadre to be possible thus reducing staffing by 40% and saving $2.3 million per year in personnel costs. The relocation of the training site improved living conditions for the students; increased instructional quality delivered, and improved access to administrative support. The operational expenses were reduced $1.1 million per year and $678,000 per year of costs to supporting units was avoided. Served in an additional duty capacity as the 177th AR Brigade HAZMAT Officer. This position was the primary advisor to the Brigade Commander on hazardous material issues.

Conducted moderate and complex level biomedical testing in the areas of chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation. Supervised Laboratory Technicians conduct simple and moderate level biomedical testing. Accepted and resolved referrals of abnormal or unusual results. Calibrated, standardized, operated, maintained, and performed troubleshooting on various pieces laboratory equipment. Assured compliance with internal/external QC proficiency testing programs, safety standards, accreditation requirements, and agency policies established by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Joint Commission. Testing required knowledge of advanced biological, and immunological techniques; the clinical significance of test results; and the physiologic and pathologic factors that affect test results. Experienced in such procedures as blood gases and pH, toxicology studies, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, and discrete sample analysis. Implemented and monitored procedures for controlling and verifying the performance of polypeptide, thyroid, steroid, and adrenal medullary hormone tests and miscellaneous endocrinologic tests. Performed complete blood count (CBC) with differentials, D-dimers, erythrocyte sedimentation rates, bleeding times, activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT), partial thromboplastin time (PTT), clotting factor tests, hemoglobin A1C tests, fetal hemoglobin tests, and CSF cell count with differentials among other hematological and coagulation procedures. Conducted dipstick urinalysis and microscopic testing. Correlated abnormal results with corresponding pathology. Suggested additional tests that could clarify or amplify diagnoses; investigated and recommended new assays and improved methods to enhance the sensitivity, specificity, and reliability of particular procedures. Volunteered train the hospital DECON Team in patient decon procedures and in the proper use of decon equipment. Instructed basic life support (BLS) to employees.

Proactively ensured accountability of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) equipment, ordered shortages, replaced components, and developed appropriate training for the 1169th Engineer Group and its subordinate batallions in all aspects of CBRN logistics, training, and operations for over 1,800 engineer Soldiers assigned to Multi-National Division-Baghdad (MND-B). Served, as an additional duty, as the Personal Security Detachment (PSD) Commander planning, coordinating and conducting over 125 ground assault convoys throughout the MND-B Area of Operations (AO) encompassing over 6,000 square miles. Successfully coordinated and synchronized combat engineer operations with the Brigade Combat Teams (BCT’s) throughout the MND-B Area of Operations, providing full spectrum engineering operational support during Operation Iraqi Freedom 06-08. The PSD team wasinstrumental in the successful execution of site reconnaissance missions resulting in the planning and execution of over 200 engineer missions valued in excess of $52 million. As the Medical Service Officer for the 1169th Engineer Group, coordinated, trained and certified over 300 soldiers as Combat Lifesavers while in theater from multiple BCT’s. Also as a medical professional, provided assistance to the Riva Ridge Troop Medical Clinic, the 61st Medical Detachment (Preventive Med) and to the Division Surgeon’s office.

Supervised 4 to 8 personnel in the diagnostic lab of a 700 bed hospital. Performed and monitored all levels of routine and specialized testing. Reported test results and consulted with physicians on additional testing required to diagnose. Calibrated, standardized, operated, maintained, and troubleshot various pieces of laboratory equipment. Planed for and implemented laboratory improvement programs. Utilized in-depth knowledge of microbiologic, serologic, biochemical, and drug therapy techniques to establish protocols for isolating and identifying routine bacteriologic agents such as E. coli, Streptococcus and Staphylococcus, and Enterococcus, mycologic/mycobacteriologic agents such as Cryptococcus and M. tuberculosis and special bacteriologic agents such as Legionella, Clostridium, Salmonella, and Listeria; maintained reference cultures for use internally and by regional laboratories; evaluated and introduced new procedures and techniques; reviewed and updated standard operating procedure manuals; evaluated equipment and reagents proposed for use; advised staff on the uses and limitations of various tests and procedures; and trained (lectures and individual instruction) medical technology and medical students. Performed internal and external proficiency testing for the microbiology section (bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, parasitology, immunoserology, virology, and infection control surveillance/sanitation) and coordinated with the hospital quality control activities. Assured compliance with quality control and proficiency testing programs, safety standards, accreditation requirements, and agency policies. Monitored and ordered reagents and supplies. Maintained inventory through an hospital inventory control systems. Additionally, served as the Microbiology Safety Officer, a Hospital Performance Improvement Team member, and a Hospital Emergency Response Team member.