KRISTY RASO

H u n t i n g t o n, MD • k r i s t y . l . r a s o@gmail.c om • 5 1 8 . 5 7 8 . 1 7 9 5 • L i n k e d I n HUMAN RESOURCES LEADER STRATEGIC OPERATIONS DRIVER Passionate human resources leader transitioning from military services to the private sector focused on leveraging 20+ years of experience in leading talent and supporting the United States Air Force in executing mission-critical initiatives to guide human resource functions, employee relations, and talent development and growth. Change catalyst driving organizational transformation by supporting employees, effectively liaising between all levels of the organization, and introducing new approaches to accomplish goals. Create a best-in-class employee lifecycle experience, developing an employee-focused culture built upon honesty, integrity, transparency, and the highest ethical principles. Strong collaborator, partnering with key stakeholders to create culture change initiatives, make impactful decisions, and serve the organization’s objectives. STRENGTHS

Strategic Planning & Execution

Learning & Development

Performance Management

Talent Operations

Financial Analysis & Budgeting

Workforce Development

Coaching and Mentorship

DEI Champion

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Strategic Partnerships & Alliances

HR Governance & Policy

Compensation & Benefits

Business Process Improvement

Operations Management

Conflict Resolution

Policy Development/Management

Succession Planning

Employee Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE• Falls Church VA/Hybrid • 2024 to Present SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER

Senior leader, providing personnel and program management services to the Air Force Medical Readiness Agency (AFMRA) Readiness Analysis & Comprehensive Evaluation (RACE) team, including researching, developing, and tracking measures for assessing enterprise performance and identifying potential process improvements. Analyzing data from various sources, to include military joint services platforms capturing medical readiness capabilities for over 500k uniformed members. Coordinating team travel and logistics for 75 multi-organizational site visits and assessments. Capturing medical readiness capabilities and improvement actions and ensuring timely follow-up on approved courses of action. Additionally, designing information products and presentations to brief DoD senior executive leadership, influencing policy and guidance updates to increase medical readiness capabilities.

Led organizational site visit, assessed over 250 readiness requirements. Identified training gaps and organizational roadblocks, crafted recommendations in line with capabilities and logistical resources. Increased medical readiness capabilities by 30%.

Managed daily operations/tasks for contract personnel, liaised workload capabilities and scope for team members to DoD consultants.

ALLEGIANT GIVING• Washington, D.C./Hybrid • 2023 to 2024 HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL

Joined the organization as a part of the SkillBridge program, effectively transitioning from military service to the private sector and serving as a strategic HR intern in supporting the organization. Focus on gaining expertise and hands-on experience in employee relations, talent development, and talent management efforts, generating strategic plans to enhance and build an employee- focused organization.

Mentor, coach, and guide teams, capitalizing on extensive experience to guide and support fellow veterans in their transition to civilian life, alleviating stressors and providing a smooth path to goal achievement. UNITED STATES AIR FORCE• Global Locations • 1999 to 2024 Manager, Flight Operational Medicine Branch (2019 to 2024) Earned upward promotion throughout an extensive tenure with USAF, taking on the appointment to serve as the Manager of the Flight Operational Medicine Branch in the Office of the Surgeon General, leading as a senior advisor on flight and operational medicine policy for the Department of Defense, Department of the Air Force, and Defense Health Agency. Additionally, served as a Career Advisor for human resource operations, overseeing the training and development of 2500 medics globally and managing KRISTY RASO

policy and standard development. Managed 6 direct reports and orchestrated coordination between third-party contractors and active-duty personnel. Ensured operational excellence for 2500 guard and reserve medics across 5 countries.

Increased staffing rates from 38% to 82% over 18 months, hiring 225 personnel, improving retention, decreasing workload, and fostering cross-training for enhanced patient rapport and expanded services.

Overcame a financial roadblock, securing $300k to cover training costs for 320 students, facilitating technician training alongside flight surgeons, and optimizing program effectiveness.

Advocated for a $50k bonus program spanning 4 years for junior members, presenting data-driven metrics to support funding, resulting in approval by executive leaders and a 30% increase in re-enlistment by aligning incentives with mission goals.

Provided support and direction to 1200 medical technicians across all Air Force components, managing scope, training, and requirements across 76 installations.

Served as a trusted resource and advisor for the Flight Operational Medicine Corporate Board, providing strategy and advanced aviator care, medical standards, and policy updates. U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine Superintendent, Aerospace Medicine Education and Training Division, Course Director FOMT Course (2017 to 2019)

Appointed as the senior enlisted leader for 6 aerospace medicine courses, managing a team of 22 instructors, and overseeing the execution of over 80 courses annually for 1k+ participants, ensuring a positive impact from aerospace medicine training programs. Led both enlisted and officer programs, driving international collaboration by engaging global pilots with courses offered by USAF Flight Surgeons. Managed 12 direct reports and oversaw the success of 1,200 students annually. Led curriculum development for specialty and ancillary courses

Integrated enlisted officers into training courses, fostering collaboration between different specialties within the organization.

Sourced, recruited, hired, and onboarded consultants to enhance the effectiveness of training programs.

Conducted annual reviews of existing courses, leading a comprehensive revamp that significantly improved the overall training curriculum.

Identified and addressed gaps in the training portfolio, resulting in the development of 2 new Provider Courses for Senior and Junior Technicians and Doctors, addressing the need for an Executive Development Course.

Bridged the gap between pilots and physicians, effectively case-managing pilot illnesses and significantly improving aviation medicine, leading to successful inspections with minimal write-ups, showcasing the program's excellence. Air Force Flight Medicine Clinic Clinical Services Director (2014 to 2017) Led in a three-pronged role: 1) spearheading the occupational health program that managed medical clearances for 500+ employees; 2) served as the Human Resources Manager for organizational medics, providing professional development and career guidance; 3) appointed as the Senior Enlisted Medical Advisor for the Emergency Response Team, designing and evaluating field exercises for aviation challenges. Directed daily operations for a 30+ member team, overseeing administrative functions for 16k healthcare beneficiaries and coordinating 5,900 patient appointments annually. Conducted impactful resiliency training and managed procurement, inventory, and budgets.

Selected as a key member of the Inspection Team for the entire Base, nominated by the commander to lead collaboration and comprehensive assessments for the Air Force Inspector General team to ensure execution of base (organization) mission.

Boosted readiness capability and casualty management through the successful implementation of emergency response procedures, ensuring a proactive and effective approach to potential challenges. o Integrated exercises and scenarios, including mishap response and crash simulations, that incorporated patients and involved the DoD and Fire Department to enhance training and ensure preparedness.

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Prior Roles Included: Clinical Manager, Clinical Director, Clinical Technician AFFILIATIONS & APPOINTMENTS

KRISTY RASO

SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Member

TEAM AEROSPACE Board Member

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

SHRM-SCP (EXPECTED 2024)

NEGOTIATION, MEDIATION, & CONFLICT RESOLUTION ESSEC BUSINESS SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION RICE UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE (LDC) AIR UNIVERSITY LEADING HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP GLOBAL MBA, MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT & HUMAN RESOURCES ALLEGIANT GIVING

TECHNOLOGY

HRIS, ATS, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite

EDUCATION

TRIDENT UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCES

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