I am currently engaged in an intensive 5-month training program with AllegiantVets, focused on transferring the extensive project management skills I honed during my military service to the civilian sector. This training is preparing me to attain my Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI), and I'm excited to apply these skills to new opportunities in the civilian industry.

Played a critical role in efforts to cultivate effective teams, building upon individual personnel efforts. Provided targeted departmental and Group Headquarters coaching, addressing inefficiencies, and enhancing overall team effectiveness.• Spearheaded and directed comprehensive leadership and mentorship programs within the organization, training over 200 junior and mid-level employees, fostering professional development and cohesion among team members.• Collaborated with the Columbia South American Marine Corps on strategic leadership, contributing to the development and enhancement of leadership skills and international cooperation and alliance-building.• Provided stakeholder engagement for a diverse team of 2200 personnel at 11 separate units spread across 6 states, ensuring operational readiness and mission success.• Provided senior project management from inception to completion moving an entire squadron of personnel, equipment, and aircraft from Virginia to North Carolina within budget and time constraints.• Chair the military Force Preservation Council, aligning specific mental health resources to Marines and Sailors ensuring they receive the mental health care needed.

Guided the command through the entire operational lifecycle, overseeing the formation, pre-deployment preparation, deployment, employment, and redeployment of 4 distinct elements spanning the Pacific.• Provided senior leadership and guidance to a diverse team of 2500 US Personnel and Australian Defense Force personnel, fostering collaboration and mission success.• Collaborated with the senior Australian Defense Force officials about military specific mental health issues challenged by both countries.• Engaged in strategic leadership discussions and initiatives with senior leaders of the Australian Defense Force, contributing to international cooperation and alliance-building.• Played a key advisory role in negotiating the logistical movement of 2500 personnel and equipment from Okinawa JP, Iwakuni JP, Hawaii, and California to Australia and back, navigating challenges posed by the COVID pandemic.• Developed and directed comprehensive leadership and mentorship programs within the organization, fostering professional development and cohesion among team members.• Oversaw the administration of Personnel Fitness Reports and Evaluations for personnel within the entire spectrum of units ensuring organizational goals and regulations were met.• Chair the military Force Preservation Council, aligning specific mental health resources to Marines and Sailors ensuring they receive the mental health care needed.

Senior enlisted advisor to the commander for an engineer organization of 1,200 Marines. Consistently delivered well-written products and demonstrated expertise in written and oral communication. Ensured alignment with headquarters directives and requirements, enablingsmooth personnel operations.• Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the commander, providing guidance on implementing or improving all policies, programs, and procedureswithin the organization. Advised the Commander in the execution of publishing policies on Equal Opportunity, Sexual Assault Prevention, Hazing Prevention, and Liberty.• Conducted weekly on-boarding sessions with new personnel assigned to a foreign country, discussing ethical decision-making, policy, and regulations with all service members attached. Conducted numerous site visits to the Republic of Thailand, overseeing Engineers and Explosive Ordinance teams teaching and training Thailand military and NGOs alongside the Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC) and the U.S. Embassy in the safe removal and disposal of land mines.• Played a key supervisory role in ensuring all retention metrics were met for the organization. Managed 7 subordinate senior enlisted advisors, ensuring they were properly trained and equipped to advise their commanders. Conducted extensive oversight in the evaluation of their work performance. Provided oversight and advice in all functions of administration, logistics, planning, and program development.Responsible for all enlisted leadership development, ensuring all assigned personnel were meeting or exceeding higher headquarters development requirements.

Squadron Sergeant Major

Senior enlisted advisor to the commander on all matters pertaining to the morale, discipline, welfare, and quality of life of assigned personnel. Enforced regulations, policies, and standards within the military to maintain high levels of compliance and adherence.• Provided senior-level guidance and support to the Commanding Officer for a portfolio encompassing 34 separate units. Served as the senior advisor to instructors and staff at an executive school, contributing expertise to a diverse curriculum of over 70 courses.• Managed all retention metrics for 34 distinct units,ensuring all retention goals were met or exceeded. Served as the principal advisor for Marine Corps equity assigned to a Navy command.• Managed and supervised the administration of Personnel Fitness Reports and Evaluations for personnel within the entire spectrum of units, ensuringall reports were accurate and on time.

Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, identifying and recruiting high-potential candidates through strategic marketing, persuasive communication, and community engagement. Excelled in leadership and operational management, overseeing a recruitment team by providing training, setting performance goals, and ensuring the achievement of key objectives in a fastpaced, results-driven environment.Key Accomplishments:• Implemented innovative recruiting strategies that increased the enlistment rate, exceeding the station's historical average and contributing to the overall mission success. • Cultivated strong relationships with local schools, colleges, and community organizations to create a consistent pipeline of qualified candidates and to promote the Marine Corps as a viable career option. • Mentored and developed a team of recruiters, instilling best practices and a strong work ethic, which led to the substation being recognized as the top-performing unit in the region on multiple occasions. • Directed the execution of community outreach programs, enhancing the Marine Corps' public image and increasing awareness of educational and career opportunities within the service. •Orchestrated the logistical aspects of recruitment events, ensuring the optimal deployment of resources and personnel to maximize engagement and reach within the community. • Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics, adapting tactics in response to market trends and demographic shifts to maintain a competitive edge in talent acquisition.

Communication Chief and Communication Maintenance Chief

Formal School Instructor for Advanced Electronics Course. General Electronics and Military Communications Maintenance.

In Nov 2002 I was assigned to 25th Marines in Worcester, MA and filled the billets of Comm Chief, Color Guard NCO, Maint Chief, Cpl Course Instructor, and was the Regiment Security Team Leader. In May of 2005 I was promoted to SSgt and selected for a MTT as a comm advisor and attached to 3/1/1Iraqi Intervention Force in support of OIF.

While assigned to 9th Comm Bn I filled the billets of Training NCO and Shop Chief and was meritoriously promoted to Cpl. In June 2001 I was attached to the 13th MEU Joint Task Force Enabler team and deployed in support of OEF and Determined Response. During this deployment I was meritoriously promoted to the rank of Sgt. After the deployment I returned to 9th Comm Bn as a Shop Chief and Training NCO.

Generator Mechanic, General Mechanic