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Golden, Co, Us

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Spearhead initiatives to expand Spire Global's footprint within the US and Global Government sectors. My role involves identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships, leveraging Spire's advanced satellite data solutions and technology to address critical intelligence and defense needs. With a deep understanding of federal procurement processes and a commitment to innovation, I drive the adoption of our cutting-edge technologies to enhance mission effectiveness and operational efficiency. My efforts ensure that our US and Global Government clients receive unparalleled support and solutions that align with their strategic objectives.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Drove sales growth and business development efforts for Arrow Electronics, Zeus Aerospace and Defense, by providing cutting-edge electronic components and solutions tailored to the CO aerospace and defense sectors. My role involved building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, understanding their unique challenges, and offering customized, high-tech solutions to meet their operational and strategic goals. Leveraging my military background and technical expertise, I ensured that Zeus Aerospace and Defense clients received the best products and services, fostering innovation and enhancing their competitive edge in a highly demanding market.

Developed, executed, and oversaw long-range strategic operations for six Osprey squadrons, one Support Squadron, and one Logistics Squadron comprising 1800+ personnel and 60+ MV-22 Aircraft on five continents. Led interagency coordination and communication with NGOs, Special Operations Commands, and allied nations to strengthen unit interoperability and readiness.

Designated Aircraft Commander, Functional Check Pilot, and Instructor Pilot. Responsible for the tactical employment, mission success, and safety of the MV-22 and all passengers on board. Instructed pilots and aircrew through introductory flight events, while ensuring safe application of tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Managed budget, payroll, and travel for 220+ personnel on three continents. Oversaw organization’s Defense Travel System, Government Charge Card Program, Legal Entitlements, and Finance Department. Coached, mentored, and developed administrative Marines as Officer in Charge (OIC) of Department.

Ensured customer support, logistic, maintenance, and supply chain scheduling was coordinated and deconflicted in an intricate weekly operations schedule to accomplish dynamic unit goals. Optimized squadron combat readiness through innovative maintenance processes and resourceful scheduling to accomplish unit leadership strategic initiatives.

Managed daily flight scheduling of 12 MV-22s averaging $14,000 per flight hour and 60+ professional aviators to maintain proficiency, currency, and continued progression of all aircrew towards increased flight leadership and qualifications. Coordinated aviation safety, maintenance, and flight training courses for the unit.

Managed and maintained navigational charts, publications, maps, computer systems, and databases for safe and standardized flight operations. Maintained eight highly technical computer Joint Mission Planning Systems (JMPS) enabling unit to execute orders in remote locations with advanced precision statistics and critical threat analysis. Ensured safe navigation through low-altitude flight operations for 12 aircraft and 750+ flight hours through analyzing topographical and man-made obstruction data through government Geographic Information Systems and Digital Terrain Elevation Data.

80 syllabus events, three solo flights. Designated Marine MV-22 Tiltrotor Osprey Pilot. Academic coursework in Aeronautics, Aviation Weather, Aviation Engineering, Flight Rules and Regulations, and Navigation. Successful completion of Instrument, Contact, Aerobatics and Formation fight stages in T-6B Texan II aircraft. Achieved Rotary Naval Standard Score in Bell TH-57 Sea Ranger. Advanced multi-engine pilot training in T-44 King Air. Three week water survival course and land survival course.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Analyzed market share and developed partnership opportunities for a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Researched, collaborated, and discovered sectors of growth and strategic markets to engage in.