Leads the strategy formulation, operations management, organizational development and growth of a globally-focused strategic advisory firm specializing in geo-political analysis, global advocacy, government relations, economic development, enterprise risk management, strategic management, and integrated marketing communications.

Led the development and maturation of a sustainable internal marketing research group equipped with the appropriate physical infrastructure, operational architecture and tactical framework; to influence strategic organizational business decisions and tactical business capture activities. Collected robust secondary source intelligence (OSINT) and primary source human intelligence (HUMINT) to develop insightful customer and competitor profiles that drive capture strategies. Strengthened cross-enterprise execution of information gathering operations through a balanced deployment of process enhancements, tools, and training. Built competitor databases that provide insight and can be used to predict competitor behaviors across the Electronic Systems market space, supported key reviews across the capture lifecycle, work with external consultants and evaluated their contributions to and performance in support of organizational goals and objectives.

Identified, pursued and captured new business opportunities to support and grow the Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Targeting (ISR&T)Systems Division’s Combat Avionics, Surveillance Systems, Global Sensor Solutions and Laser Systems business areas. Developed and executed marketing plans to meet the emerging and existing technical and mission capability requirements of key customers. Integrated internal lines of operations including communications, engineering, logistics, business management and program management to provide product solutions that meet the specifications; cost and delivery timelines specified by key customer bases. Ensured regulatory compliance and developed and executed advocacy strategies to engage the legislative and executive branches to keep programs sold and implement incremental technology upgrades as required. Provided strategic market assessments and marketing leads for capture teams engaged in the development of bids & proposals in pursuit of domestic and international business activities in support of the Division’s Long Range Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan goals and objectives. Led customer relations management and support price-to-win and competitive intelligence initiatives.

Directed the competitive positioning of Laser Systems Division’s target designation and surveillance product lines by linking next generation products and product extension programs to current business capture activities: created, communicated, and executed market and technology discriminators to our existing and new customers, protected existing market position via direct legislative and executive branch advocacy and improved growth through increased market share and new market penetration. Other key responsibilities included support of bid and proposal (B&P) activities and marketing and sales initiatives, customer relations management, and product and division strategy development.

Led the enterprises’ strategic and tactical communication programs for market segments to include: Advanced Programs & Technology, Space Systems, Strike & Surveillance Systems and Battle Management & Engagement Systems in support of sectors’, Perform, Position and Grow strategies. Ensured that consistent, accurate messages were communicated to key internal and external stakeholders and leveraged media events; earned and paid, to enhance awareness of the sector and corporation’s overarching technical capabilities. Built strategic relationships and increased positive coverage. Positioned organization with top-tier domestic, international, and industry trade media. Experienced in working with White House Press Pool, CNN, Washington Post, AP, and Discovery Channel. Provided operational management of the department’s budget and organizational development to 25 person integrated marketing communications team including; employee communications, national media relations, trade relations, investor relations, advertising, trade shows and exhibits, civic affairs, reputation management, issues management and crisis communications. Provided marketing support to competitive captures and campaigns. As a direct report to the Sector President and member of the Sector Policy Operations Council (POC), responsibilities included development of executive positioning strategies and duties as the chief company spokesperson and communications strategist.

Political-Military Planner; J-5 Middle East (Iraq Division), Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, The PentagonInformation Operations Plans Officer: Joint Information Operations Warfare Command, United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Civil Military Operations Embassy LNO, Multi-National Corps Iraq (MNC-I) Baghdad, Iraq Counter-Narcoterrorism Plans Officer, United States Special Operations Command (J-3/J-32) Detachment Commander, D-412th CA BN (FID/UW) Battalion Executive Officer, 412th Civil Affairs Battalion (FID/UW) Psychological Operations Officer, 15th Psychological Operations Battalion Special Operations Civil Affairs Officer, 404th Civil Affairs BN (FID/UW) Assistant Group Operations Officer (G-3), 11th Special Forces Group (ABN) Infantry Rifle/TOW Platoon Leader, 101st Airborne Division (AASLT)

Oversaw the direct supervision, operational management, tactical execution and organizational development of the Corporate Affairs & Communications Department in support of Honda’s North American sales and marketing operations. Served as principal corporate spokesperson and direct external liaison for corporate reputation management, national media relations, investor relations, philanthropic communications, and diversity communications. Supported enterprise-wide legislative and executive branch advocacy initiatives. Supervised business plan development, execution, and measured effectiveness of initiatives. Developed and managed $7 million department budget and oversaw contract compliance, accounts payable and operational maintenance. Developed executive speeches and facilitated the strategic placement of Honda's key themes and messages.

Developed, implemented and measured strategic, operational, and tactical stakeholder communications initiatives and external outreach programs, in support of Honda of America Manufacturing’s domestic production operations. Exercised administrative supervision for the department's budget development, fiscal management, business plan progression, performance measurement, and human resource development. Acted as official company representative for community relations and led state & local government relations initiatives. Key audiences included: company associates and senior management, Office of the Governor, the state legislature, administrative and regulatory agencies, industrial and trade associations, other Honda companies and original equipment manufacturers and suppliers. Provided public and media relations support to promote the company's contributions to international manufacturing technology transfer, domestic economic development, and global competitiveness. Provided community relations and public affairs counsel during new model introductions and facility openings.

Developed and monitored legislative measures through the authorization and appropriations processes. Advised the member on key initiatives related to: crime and the judiciary, government oversight and investigation, immigration, veteran's affairs, foreign affairs, defense, national security and intelligence, civil rights, constitutional law, telecommunications, small business, and international trade. Researched and authored opinion editorials, newspaper and magazine articles, and bar journal and government periodical entries. Prepared speeches and presentation materials for public appearances.

Monitored and advised member on legislative matters in the areas of agriculture, Native Americans, transportation, animal rights and defense. Acted as staff representative responsible for managing constituent correspondence program in the main and district offices. Researched and developed responses to constituent correspondence, managed correspondence distribution among legislative staff, tracked legislation for accuracy and updating of standardized position statements, and maintained the member's official Franking Account. Coordinated theme development, layout, editing and distribution of the member's quarterly constituent newsletter. Acted as Systems Administrator responsible for the maintenance of inner-office computer-based information systems. Supervised intern assignments and project management.