Leads all phases of the product life cycle for this software development company specializing in iOS and Web Apps. - As a project manager, leads a team of specialists from concept formulation through design and deployment.- Determines product offering viability and writes requirements for development team – breaks down the development process into sub goals and creates achievable timelines. - Partners with IT team to identify opportunities to enhance existing product offerings… Show more Leads all phases of the product life cycle for this software development company specializing in iOS and Web Apps. - As a project manager, leads a team of specialists from concept formulation through design and deployment.- Determines product offering viability and writes requirements for development team – breaks down the development process into sub goals and creates achievable timelines. - Partners with IT team to identify opportunities to enhance existing product offerings and satisfy customer needs. Show less

Provides executive leadership for the US Air Force Reserve's only Basic Military Training (BMT) squadron. This total force squadron integrates flawlessly with active duty counterparts to train new military members and take them from civilians to Airmen.

Interfaces with theater and functional Air Operations Centers to establish, plan, direct, coordinate, assess, and command & control cyber operations in support of AF and Joint warfighting requirements.

Leads a team of professionals conducting operational test and evaluation for the Combat Shield Electronic Warfare Assessment Program. Combat Shield provides operational units a system-specific capability assessment for their radar warning receivers, electronic attack pods, and integrated EW systems. Combat Shield assesses the following combat aircraft: F-16, F-15, A-10, HH-60, and HC-130 aircraft.- Briefs senior leaders (Sq, Grp, and Wing Commanders) on Electronic Warfare and the… Show more Leads a team of professionals conducting operational test and evaluation for the Combat Shield Electronic Warfare Assessment Program. Combat Shield provides operational units a system-specific capability assessment for their radar warning receivers, electronic attack pods, and integrated EW systems. Combat Shield assesses the following combat aircraft: F-16, F-15, A-10, HH-60, and HC-130 aircraft.- Briefs senior leaders (Sq, Grp, and Wing Commanders) on Electronic Warfare and the mission of Combat Shield. Provides an inbrief and debrief for every assessment.- Leads a team of professional technicians to ensure the Combat Shield mission is perofrmed in a safe, timely, and accurate manner. - Determines actual capabilities of a unit's combat aircraft EW systems and captures results in a report that is distributed to Group leadership as well as higher headquarters. Identifies processes, equipment, training issues, and other factors that contribute to readiness issues observed.- Captures best-practices and shares with CAF organizations in order to to improve overall EW readiness. Provides recognition for personnel and units developing best-practices.- Provides feedback to all levels of flying and maintenance organizations to help improve EW readiness and raise awareness of EW related issues. Makes recommendations to leaders to help improve EW readiness. Show less

Focused on innovative technologies and staying ahead of the industry in both insurance and banking,- Led strategic, long-term initiatives with enterprise wide reach.- Partnered with third-parties to deliver world class products and experiences to the membership.- Developed BCA's for large initiatives to determine viability for courses of action.

Responsible for managing various products in USAA's Life and Health Solutions product lines(Life Insurance, Long Term Care, Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Medicare Solutions).- Leverages resources to gather analytics, competitive intelligence, and member information to support formulation of product strategy.- Develops product strategy recommendations, as well as dashboards and metrics. Partners with Marketing to define and implement product strategy.- Provides… Show more Responsible for managing various products in USAA's Life and Health Solutions product lines(Life Insurance, Long Term Care, Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Medicare Solutions).- Leverages resources to gather analytics, competitive intelligence, and member information to support formulation of product strategy.- Develops product strategy recommendations, as well as dashboards and metrics. Partners with Marketing to define and implement product strategy.- Provides support regarding all aspects of Product Life Cycle- Leads efforts to expand or change existing product features. Contributes to decisions regarding product pricing and profitability.- Analyzes and evaluates product performance metrics to form recommendations to launch new products and the evaluation and decision to build, buy, or ally.- Identifies and evaluates potential providers for alliance relationships. Show less

Served as Head Instructor and General Manager for this start-up Martial Arts Academy that taught Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Grappling, and Self-defense to children and adults. Grew the school from zero students to a full school within a year. Managed and led three instructors. Responsible for all aspects of marketing, accounting, and Product Management.- Developed a unique mix of product offerings (Curriculums and fitness programs) to meet the needs of the community. Programs were available… Show more Served as Head Instructor and General Manager for this start-up Martial Arts Academy that taught Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Grappling, and Self-defense to children and adults. Grew the school from zero students to a full school within a year. Managed and led three instructors. Responsible for all aspects of marketing, accounting, and Product Management.- Developed a unique mix of product offerings (Curriculums and fitness programs) to meet the needs of the community. Programs were available for children and adults of all fitness levels. - Mentored and developed very successful athletes; produced several state and regional champions.- Designed and executed a very successful marketing plan; a combination of printed ads, social media ads, and frequent contests ensured every class was full. - Earned recognition from the Pensacola News Journal and featured on the local news station for school and personal accomplishments. Show less

Responsible for all phases of instruction on the T-43 and T-1 training aircraft. Served as a Course Director and Flight Commander for the International Officers' Course (IOC). Also served as the Flight Commander for SPecial Courses and TRAining (SPECTRA).- Responsible for the administration & execution of the advanced syllabus at the Air Forces's only Combat Systems Officer Flying Training Group to train 400 CSOs annually.- Managed training for over 75 DoD personnel and 60… Show more Responsible for all phases of instruction on the T-43 and T-1 training aircraft. Served as a Course Director and Flight Commander for the International Officers' Course (IOC). Also served as the Flight Commander for SPecial Courses and TRAining (SPECTRA).- Responsible for the administration & execution of the advanced syllabus at the Air Forces's only Combat Systems Officer Flying Training Group to train 400 CSOs annually.- Managed training for over 75 DoD personnel and 60 foreign officers annually; taught 3 syllabi to graduate and international programs.- Provided in-flight T43/T1 & T25/T45 sim training and evaluation to hundreds of USAF Combat Systems Officers annually.- Directed Joint IED Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) sponsored training; taught AF and joint Electronic Warfare Officers nontraditional methods for Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance (NTISR) and Electronic Attack (EA).- Led courseware development, scheduling & standardization ensuring compliance with Air Education and Training Command (AETC), Wing and Group regulations.- Tracked training requirements for 160 instructors to ensure compliance with Air Force regulations. Show less

In addition to accumulating several hundred flying hours (both combat and peacetime) in the F-15E and multiple other aircraft, I also held several other positions during this time.Assistant Chief - Mobility (2005)Assistant Chief - Security (2006)Chief - Advanced Programs (2007)Chief - Life Support (2008)