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Pass Christian, Mississippi, United States

As a mission-first business manager, I’ve spearheaded and implemented the development of a comprehensive approach to business operations, client solutions, and project management to drive profitability and sustainable growth. I’ve also worked closely with our team of architects to ensure our culture supports their needs and our client’s priorities.RESULTS▸Advanced 12.7% increase in net revenue and 300% increase in billables over 4 years through overhaul of operations, marketing, human resources, finance, business infrastructure, and success metrics.▸Grew team from 3 to 6 members over 4 years by crafting talent management strategy, launching professional development and compensation programs, and building one-of-a-kind culture.▸Improved client experience, satisfaction, and pipeline by establishing new project management and delivery process that fosters win-win industry alliances, proactive communication, and team collaboration.▸Elevated brand visibility and reputation through active leadership engagement in community and volunteer organizations and initiation of digital marketing strategies, including social media and revamped website.

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

My 22 years in the military provided me extensive experience in leading 250+ member teams in intense and competitive environments. My unique skillset for identifying and connecting the right people to work together in advancing projects helped to accelerate my career path. I managed complex multimillion-dollar projects and spearheaded processes that resulted in efficient operations and stakeholder engagement. Through this senior role, I was focused on leading people without having to oversee mechanical responsibilities. I oversaw administration, readiness, morale, and technical proficiency of 2K personnel. Also, I executed program cost monitoring, annual fiscal planning, and development of annual plans for agencies and work centers. Finally, I directed operations execution, including planning, vision and mission, staffing, and financials while supervising 3 senior managers and 14 junior personnel.RESULTS▸Detected and improved regional program operations through applied analytical and evaluative techniques.▸Enhanced workforce readiness by delivering trainings to 730 students during 91 advanced/specialized classes.▸Recognized by Senior Director for exemplary leadership of regional operations and team.▸Championed client solutions implementation program and directed development and execution of communication and training plans.

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

My day-to-day focus in this role was managing operations, morale, and career development of 87 personnel. I oversaw staff in performing preventive maintenance and interim repairs on 313 Construction Engineering Support Equipment (CESE) units valued at $47M. Also, I established procedures, mission, objectives, and organizational design to support team building, quality improvements, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements.RESULTS▸Ensured completion of 15K maintenance actions with 99% accomplishment rate across 19 work centers and validation of 2,300 maintenance records.▸Executed CESE maintenance for Pacific Command mission requirements, while preparing for first-ever Camp Covington turnover to Army Engineer Battalion.

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

I supervised 11 instructors who were teaching 93 advanced training courses and managed $400K training assets and $110K budget. Also, I led instructor training management, student tracking and reporting and developed curricula and evaluations. RESULTS▸Investigated critical management concerns, assisted development of potential solutions and innovative business strategies, provided policy interpretation, and delivered new business management approaches.▸Planned, managed, and executed first full revision in 18 years of successful C-1 Advanced Pilot course.▸Optimized training alignment with operational best practices by identifying outdated curriculum and targeting equipment upgrades.▸Drove $77K training asset acquisition and implemented cross-training schedule for staff, resulting in 24% instructor certifications increase in 13 courses delivered to 487 personnel.

Stennis Space Center, Ms

I’m mechanically inclined, which means serving in maintenance management roles for the Navy came second nature. I managed operational tracking and preventive maintenance on 193 CESE units, 28 Special Operations Craft-Riverine, and 8 Patrol Boats Lights valued at $37M+. I coordinated logistics for 800 cargo tons, supporting 2 troop deployments and 20 training exercises to 4 geographical regions while supervising 32 personnel.RESULTS▸Maintained proactive approach to accident prevention, overseeing 5 regional programs for 283 personnel. ▸Organized and directed operations department, decreasing frequency and/or eliminating accidents through investigation, analysis, and recommended improvements.▸Improved maintenance and operations processes resulting in 90% equipment availability.▸Earned top scores for Naval Special Warfare Headquarters safety inspections.

Gulfport, Mississippi, United States

Early on in my military career, I earned people and project management experience as Equipment Operations & Project Manager for the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 74 (2004–2007) and as Maintenance Supervisor & Instructor for the 20th Seabee Readiness Group (2002–2004).