Vice President

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:

Brings strong strategic and tactical leadership skills with the ability to positively influence a matrixed organization to meet defined organizational goals. Excels at building interpersonal relationships, operational execution, and strategic planning. Having worked in operations and program management for more than 25 years, brings a strong blend of personnel and project management skills coupled with operational expertise involving strategic planning; and human resources operations, management, and development. As a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, develops and implements policy that incorporates continuous process improvement to ensure best practice usage while achieving business goals, and ultimately, the organizations mission. Putting PMP to good use, manages several concurrent projects and is a subject-matter expert in Operational Management, Program Management, and Education and Training.

CHRONOLOGY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2/2017 – Present, Inoventures, Vice President of Operations

Company’s 2nd in command. Leads and directly reports to the CEO/President on all company operational, human resource and business development matters.

Assumes day-to-day company operating and P&L responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of managers (Program/Project, IT, Business Development, Finance etc.) supporting Federal Agencies and Industry customers to include EPA, FDIC, U.S. Census Bureau, FINRA, and Hughes Networks/EchoStar

Provide leadership and oversight to ensure investment and projects are prioritized to maximize business value.

Implement policies around recruiting, staffing, training and account management that result in top-notch customer service as well as a positive work environment that fosters a pattern of long-term staff retention.

Planning, directing, system development and management of all professional resources

Provide executive incident response, problem resolution or change management

Promote a positive environment for staff and identify and work with firm management to address any issues that are creating barriers to an optimal work environment for all staff

Externally represents the company and maintains strong relationships with the Federal, State, and local Government and industry partners.

Responsible for overall execution of audit plans for the Company’s businesses, including ISO 9001:2008 and CMMI 3 compliance audit programs.

11/2014 - 2/2017, The Columbia Group, Director of Operations, Navy Programs Division

Developed, Managed, and executed Division’s annual budget.

Responsible for the operational, financial performance (P&L) and budget control all Division projects supporting the U.S. Navy organizations of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC), and Military Sealift Command (MSC).

oConducted monthly, quarterly and year-end financial and operations readiness reviews of all accounts. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of budget/financial information submitted to the stakeholder/customer is correct and provide quality customer support.

Reported directly to the Senior Executive level on program execution and business development progress and quarterly on the division's operational and financial performance.

Served as the company’s primary liaison to the Government customers from the mid-level managers to the Senior Executive level.

Established program objectives, defines goals, and drives policy to ensure standardized actions consistent with program requirements.

Coached, mentored, motivated, and supervised Program Managers and project team members. Conducted development sessions to grow and develop subordinate leaders. Conducted appraisals for direct reporting employees.

oRecognized by senior executive level as the benchmark division for positive organizational culture; requested to conduct seminar to assist in the change management and improve culture of “sister” division.

Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of division workforce.

Responsible for all Division Resource management. Determines resource needs and allocates to meet program objective. Oversees all recruiting and hiring actions supporting the Division.

Performs Business Development activities for the Division. Collaborates with all divisions to qualify solutions to task orders, coordinates activities among team members, and makes or contributes to bid/no-bid decisions. Strategizes teaming activities with industry partners through execution of Teaming Agreement. Develops technical and cost proposals.

oSelected company’s 2015 Business Developer of the Year

Plans, executes, and finalizes the projects according to strict organizational guidelines and within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Collaborates with engineering, financial management, and information technology division Directors to acquire resources and coordinate efforts of matrixed team to ensure operational requirements and deliver projects according to plan.

Defines projects objectives and oversees quality control throughout their life-cycle.

Organizes and leads programs by defining and identifying required expertise; provides feedback on contribution and performance to team members and their direct manager if in a matrix role.

10/2009 - 11/2014, The Columbia Group, Senior Program Manager

Developed, Managed, and executed the Division’s annual budget as Divisions Senior Program Manager. Responsible for the operational, financial performance (P&L) and budget control multiple projects supporting the U.S. Navy’s organizations of NAVSEA, NHHC, and MSC.

Reported directly to the Senior Executive level on program execution and business development progress and quarterly on the division's operational and financial performance.

Planned, executed, and finalized the projects according to strict organizational guidelines and within time and budget constraints. Responsible for contract changes and scope management.

Co-developed divisional strategic vision/executed plan that instilled accountability and invoked process ownership to ensure all employees worked towards strategic objectives.

Conducted analyses of program metrics to effectively allocate resources, collaborate with stakeholders, and coordinate efforts of team members in order to deliver projects according to plan.

Established program objectives, defined goals, and drove policy to ensure standardized actions consistent with program requirements. Oversaw quality control throughout project/program life-cycle.

Coached, mentored, motivated, and supervised project team members.

Served as the company’s primary liaison to the Government customers from the mid-level managers to the Senior Executive level.

Organized and led programs by defining and identifying required expertise; provided feedback on contribution and performance to team members and their direct manager if in a matrix role.

Responsible for Division Resource management. Determines resource needs and allocates to meet program objective. Oversees all recruiting and hiring actions supporting the Division.

Responsible for plans, budgets, staffing, training, and development of direct staff. Performed financial analysis, budget and cost quote preparation, cost management, and reconciliation. Responsibilities include coordinating and monitoring sub-contractor activities and administering subcontractor deliverables and finances.

Performed Business Development activities for the Division. Collaborates with all divisions to qualify solutions to task orders, coordinates activities among team members, and makes or contributes to bid/no-bid decisions. Strategized teaming activities with industry partners through execution of Teaming Agreement. Develops technical and cost proposals.

10/2008 - 10/2009, 11th Comptroller Squadron, Bolling Air Force Base, Senior Enlisted Leader

Principal advisor to the Comptroller/Commander on matters relating to organizational culture, knowledge and skill development, conflict management, and organizational structure for 50 service and civilian members assigned. Directed operations of National Capitol Region (NCR) Financial Service Centers/call at both Bolling AFB HQ and the Pentagon locations for all NCR and Attaché Air Force Personnel world-wide.

Responsible for all operational and HR actions requiring review or coordination by the Comptroller/Commander.

Provided oversight to the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process including the Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Budget Estimate Submission, and the Program/ Budget Review

Assembled a Continuous Process Improvement Team to identify/prioritize organizational framework and cultural deficiencies.

oRe-engineered reporting structure to realign work processes to improve efficiency, increase communication, and reinforce individual accountability.

oDesigned and led three professional development events heightening interaction a between the organization's military and civilian members.

10/2007 - 10/2008, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Assistant to the Office of the Senior Enlisted Advisor, Joint Task Force-Global Network Operations/DISA

Served as an advisor on issues concerning the welfare and development of 14,600 DoD personnel at 88 locations globally. Provided direct vital war fighter support to ten Combatant Commands in the Global War on Terrorism.

08/2005 - 10/2007, United States Air Force Honor Guard, Bolling Air Force Base, Director of Operations

Directed organizations operations, training, administration, and ceremonial scheduling for all Joint, Presidential, Air Force Chief of Staff, and Arlington National Cemetery funeral ceremonies. Led a staff of 180 responsible for all Air Force and Joint Service ceremonies in the National Capital Region. Collaborated with interagency organizations and services to develop the State Funeral Plan for future Presidential funerals. Managed 1,500 missions/year that ranged from Air Force funerals to Joint Service ceremonies honoring the President of the United States, DOD, Air Force, and foreign leaders.

08/2004 - 08/2005, United States Air Force Honor Guard, Bolling Air Force Base, Formal Training Program Manager

Managed the technical training schoolhouse with a staff of ten instructors responsible for the training of 700 Air Force Honor Guard candidates. Developed and implemented Mobile Training Team Program to ensure standardization of 600 Air Force active duty, reserve, and Air National Guard base honor guard members nationally. Developed, implemented, and evaluated curriculum for the technical training course and base honor guard programs. As lead recruiter for the United Stated Air Force Honor Guard, devised and executed a plan to counter an 80 percent reduction in the Air Force recruiting pool.

12/2002 - 08/2004, 436TH Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Dover Air Force Base, Production Chief

Managed overall maintenance scheduling, production and launch efforts for 35 assigned C-5 aircraft valued at $6.5 billion. Directed maintenance flow by coordinating efforts of 375 military and civilian technicians covering six specialties. Reviewed work methods and procedures to ensure quality and quantity of production while applying Risk Management emphasizing HAZMAT awareness and OSHA/EPA compliance. Monitored organizational performance against the strategic plan to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction. Developed daily/weekly maintenance plans to ensure resources were available to meet requirements. Tracked trends/initiated management actions to correct deficiencies. Shouldered Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Superintendent position while deployed to Baghdad International Airport (BIAP) in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. During this time, supported 7,200 aircraft moving 51K tons of cargo, 108K passengers, and 2,800 wounded; 99.3% launched on-time. Developed a BIAP post-attack plan which was validated 23 times; ensured 100% troop accountability.

05/1999 - 12/2002, 436TH Aircraft Maintenance Group, Dover Air Force Base, Quality Assurance Inspector, Shift Chief

Directed eight aircraft inspectors to complete assigned evaluations of aircraft maintenance activities. Hand-picked by Logistics Group Commander to lead recovery effort and investigation of a C-5 aircraft with damaged landing gear in Kyrgyzstan. Served as Aircraft Weight and Balance Program Manager for all 36 aircraft assigned to Dover Air Force Base.

05/1993 - 05/1999, 373RD Training Squadron, Detachment 3, Dover Air Force Base, Aircraft Advanced Systems Master Instructor, Assistant Flight Chief

Air Forces Lead C-5 Advanced Systems Instructor. Conducted formal training courses for active duty, reserve, and civilian students world-wide. Trained students on aircraft maintenance, rigging, troubleshooting, and inspection of the C-5 aircraft. Supervised students in the classroom on task-oriented training applying Operational Risk Management. Aircraft systems subject-matter expert to Flight Safety International to ensure accurate performance of all C-5 virtual flight simulators. Developed course curriculum/course revisions using Instructional Systems Design methodologies. Delivered more than 6,000 career hours earning four consecutive Instructional Achievement Awards (over 1,100 hours taught in 12-month period) and Master Instructor rating.

02/1987 - 05/1993, 436TH Equipment Maintenance Squadron, Dover Air Force Base,

Aircraft Repair and Reclamation Lead Technician

Led a 3-person team to troubleshoot, remove and replace, adjust, align, rig, and calibrate C-5 aircraft systems. Conducted ground handling, servicing, refueling of multiple aircraft types. Certified jacking supervisor. Experience with sheet metal fabrications. Ensured compliance with AFOSH, OSHA, and EPA regulations and proper HAZMAT handling and personnel safety. Deployed in support of Operation DESERT SHIELD/DESERT STORM, given authority to be certifying official to clear discrepancies that rendered aircraft not airworthy, a tremendous responsibility normally given to those with a much higher rank and skill-level.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science, Management Studies, University of Maryland University College, 2009

Associate of Applied Science, Aircraft Maintenance Technology, Community College of the Air Force, 1998

Associate of Applied Science, Instructor of Technology and Military Science, Community College of the Air Force, 1998

PUBLICATIONS:

"Delegation: The Gift of Purpose", The Pulse/The Columbia Group, Jan 2011

CERTIFICATIONS:

Project Management Professional (PMP#1437290), Project Management Institute, 2011

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Aveta Business Institute, 2011

Federal Aviation Administration Private Pilots’ License w/ Instrument Rating, 2001

Occupational Instructor Certification, Community College of the Air Force, 1998

CLEARANCE: SECRET

CLASSES/TRAININGS:

PMP Leadership Challenges, November 2016

DoD Civilian Personnel Management Course, March 2009

Senior Noncommissioned Officer Leadership Academy, June 2006

Aircraft Maintenance Production Supervisor Course, February 2003

Information Assurance, OPSEC, Human Relations, Ethics Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Training

SPECIALIZED COMPUTER SKILLS:

Knowledge of Windows-based systems, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Access, and Excel

AWARDS:

Business Developer of the Year, The Columbia Group, 2015

Meritorious Service Medal - October 2002, October 2004, August 2009

Air Force Commendation Medal March 1992, June 1999, April 2004

Air Force Achievement Medal - October 1995, November 2006

Commandants Leadership Award - Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy, 2006

Professional Provider of the Year, 436 Logistics Group, 2001

Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 436 Logistics Support Squadron, 2001

Instructor of the Year, Detachment 3, 1996

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