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I am a collaborative leader, project manager, and military veteran (Colonel; O-6) with 20+ years of experience in innovative leadership and management techniques. I have proven expertise in project, program, and change management; continuous process improvement; and I operate in domestic and global operations.
Throughout my career I have led cross-functional teams, implemented data governance improvements, and driven strategic initiatives across government, Fortune 500, and military environments. I am passionate about developing people and shaping processes that improve customer experiences and mission readiness.
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
Work Experience
Remote Data Quality Manager at Department of Veteran Affairs
January 1, 2021 - PresentLed data quality management and governance to enhance customer experience. Collaborated and directed data governance efforts across the Veterans Affairs enterprise.
Project Manager at The Coca-Cola Company
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021Managed global implementation of the Hyperion-based System Economic Tool (SET). Improved processes in Asian, South Pacific, and Western Europe markets.
Assistant Director, Military Compensation at Office of the Secretary of Defense, Pentagon
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Managed personnel, compensation, and legislation policy for all military services. Led the development and implementation of the new Blended Retirement System for all Military Services.
Senior Operations Research System Analyst (ORSA) at United States Army Reserve Command, Fort Bragg, NC
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Led a team of Senior ORSAs to improve mission efficiency and response time. Provided critical readiness data analysis and reporting to Army Reserve Senior leadership.
Career Systems & Studies Branch Chief at Directorate Military Personnel Manning, Pentagon
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015Managed lifecycle planning for Army officers. Developed, briefed, and coordinated the approval and implementation of the Secretary of the Army Officer drawdown plan.
Army Reserve Human Resources Liaison Officer at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013Supported HR needs for deployed units; created the Reserve Officer Mentoring Program (ROMP), ensuring continued career growth for Officers while deployed for combat operations.
Strength Manager at Office Chief Army Reserve, Fort Belvoir, VA
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012Analyzed Army Reserve strength and briefed senior leadership on Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats.
Chief, Strategic Communications at United States Army Reserve Command, Fort McPherson, GA
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011Coordinated strategic communications and managed congressional inquiries related to Army Reserve activities; Managed human resources strategy for BRAC, supporting efficient and effect base closures and personnel realignment.
Assistant Professor of Military Science at Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Increased ROTC enrollment and led instruction for military cadets and bachelor level courses for all students.
Equal Opportunity Advisor / Human Resources Manager at 643rd Area Support Group, Whitehall, OH
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2002Developed personnel policies; managed the Military Funeral Honors Program for Ohio and managed the Equal Opportunity program.
Corporate Engineer at DOPACO, INC, Exton, PA
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999Led startup of new manufacturing plants (Phoenix and Bakersfield); implemented corporate Continuous Improvement Program.
Senior Project Engineer; General Foreman at Lukens Steel, Coatesville, PA
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1996Program Manager for $165 Million Dollar Vacuum Oxygen Decarbonization (VOD) project and General Foreman for Caster and Garage Maintenance plant operations.
Education
Doctoral of Science (D.B.A.) in Business Administration at Walden University
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Master of Science (M.B.A.) in Business Administration at Capital University
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Qualifications
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Certified Change Practitioner
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Certified ScrumMaster
January 11, 2030 - January 26, 2026Industry Experience
Government, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet
Skills
Experience Level
Intermediate
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