Troy Barlow Email & Phone Number

California, United States

Camp Pendleton, California

• The Combat Operations Center Specialist is the primary instructor for the Combat Operations Center Battle Staff Training Program.• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert, Mentor, and/or Faculty Advisor during Battle Staff Training Exercises • Assists with the maintenance of Master Lesson Files, After Course Management, and Program of Instruction Development in order to support Academics Management and the execution of scheduled Program of Instruction Events• Provides instruction and training on the operations and employment of digital and analog Command and Control Systems and tools that support the integration of maneuver, fires, intelligence, force protection, logistics, command and control, and aviation operations in the Combat Operations Center• Provides instruction and training to Operations Center Staff members on Command and Control as a warfighting function, Information Management, employment of C2 Systems, and the roles and responsibilities of Watch Officers, Watch Chiefs, and Watch Standers for Operating Force Units• Coordinates with Commands and Staff Sections to tailor and execute a Command and Control Training Continuum in support of the MAGTF Training Plan • Mentors MISTC Staff on the functions of the Exercise Control (EXCON)/White Cell operations in support of the Watch Officer/Watch Chief Course and Combat Operations Center Battle Staff Training Exercises• Assists with Operation Orders development during preparation and execution of Battle Staff Training Events• Provides Military Operating Forces with quality, consistent standards-based individual Command and Control systems and collective Combat Operations Center staff training.

5Th Marine Regiment, Camp Pendleton, Ca

Leadership - Planning - Training - Process ImprovementExcelled and surpassed expectations delivering results as an Operations Manager for the Regiment. The right task, delivered on time, within regulation, to standard.As a Operations Manager in the Marine Corps infantry one must be proficient in the billet responsibilities such as:-Career Development Specialist-Human resource manager for Infantry Unit Leaders-Coach, Train, Mentor (Senior leadership and Junior co-workers)-Team Building Coach-Program Manager for the regiment -Program Coordinator for the regiment-Operational Planning Specialist-Time Management EXPERT-Compliance Manager-Information Management Technician -Conflict Resolution Specialist-Data Analyst-Safety Specialist-Master Scheduler-Customer Service Representative-Information Systems ManagerAccomplishments:• Manage and properly assign the Infantry Unit Leader population for the regiment consisting of over 120 Infantry Unit Leaders• Provide sound technical and tactical advice to the Regimental Commander• Supervise and train personnel on the efficient usage of operations section equipment• Oversee the compliance of training within the 5 elements of the regiment which is over 4,000 individuals• Direct the actions of personnel responsible for providing input in the Operations Center• Assist in coordination and facilitate training de-confliction and coordination to meet the intent of the Commander• Conduct proficiency exercises to develop synergy in the operations center• Plan and executed the evaluation of readiness for units preparing to deploy • Manage the $1.8 million in operations center equipment• Coordinate the training plan to ensure all sections have performed tasks to standard• Participated in the experimental digital interoperability to identify new ways to manage information• Managed the population of hand-picked individuals to represent the regiment in a advanced program for leadership training

Oceanside, Ca

• Provided guidance as the Senior Technical Advisor • Scheduled and coordinated annual training for the unit of 900 military members• Establish and supervise the operations center for the bN• Supervised the embarkation and debarkation of critical assets in foreign ports• Provided mentorship and guidance to Junior Enlisted Leaders and Junior Officers• Established business rules to more efficiently process and disseminate information • Supervised the operations section during a exercises to integrate multiple staffs• Maintained accountability of training records for over 900 Marines and Sailors• Achieved superb results in a Commanding Generals inspection• Developed a reporting plan for subordinate units to follow which allowed for more informed decision making• Managed the command and control systems and ensure the proper employment

Santa Rita, Guam

• Provided a feasibility analysis on training abilities and the potential sustainment training for 8,000 Military personnel • Coordinated efforts with the Defense Representative of the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands to ensure harmonious planning occurred • Assisted in the development of a training design for the strategic relocation of 8,000 military personnel and families.• Regarded as the subject matter expert for training• Performed the duties of the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the commander• Conducted countless site visits with Congressional Delegations and executive level military officers• Assessed the feasibility of training areas and developed alternative solutions to known shortfalls• Participated in the development of the Joint Range Facility requirements in the Pacific Region• Helped bring consensus among stakeholders involved with planning• Participated in the development of the Invasive Species Plan for the Pacific Region to minimize the transport of invasive species• Provided Subject Matter Expertise guidance for the development of the environmental impact statement for the relocation of 8,000 service-members

Norfolk, Va

• Responsible for the development and promulgation of student handouts and lesson files, digital presentation and materials for practical application• Provided academic instruction and practical training on planning military operations to senior military leaders• Provided administrative and logistical requirements and managed the facilities for the section of 15 instructors for 4 different courses of instruction• Planned and coordinated resident courses, workshops and mobile training teams for over 2300 students • Recognized as Instructor of the year• Developed and delivered training plan for international students • Supervised a training package for an executive level foreign military• Conducted a formal course review to enhance training for 4 courses of instruction• Provided expert level evaluation for units preparing to deploy