MICHAEL KIEWSKI

***** **** *** ***** ******, MI *8820 517-***-**** ac8g0s@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Leadership-focused, driven and results-oriented Executive with more than fifteen years of proven experience in operations and management. Champions corporate growth and long-term organizational success. Leads multiple divisions, emphasizing on cross-functionality and teamwork. Drives community and global engagement, focusing on long-term positive performance, improvement and growth. Promotes diversity, creativity, innovation, talent development, safety and strategic evolution of individual and organization performance. Represents and manages key action plans supporting organizational strategic vision, mission, and culture.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Process Optimization

Client Engagement

Strategic Analysis

Organizational & Operations Leadership

Profit/Loss & Process Improvement

HR, Training & Mentoring Skills

Marketing

Performance Management

Product Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Ferrellgas East Lansing, MI 3-2015 – 12-2018

Regional Director

Revitalized corporate structure, training and mentoring current staff on key operational standards. Upgraded technology, revamped fleet and implemented targeted process improvements. Managed profit and loss related to on-time deliveries, quality control and production output. Effectively developed long-term vision and goals for company, reopening closed locations throughout region.

Liquidated underutilized assets in all Michigan locations. Set pricing strategies with a focus on customer service and support. Emphasized team engagement and efficiency, improving overall client satisfaction. Successfully achieved new business growth by 30% YOY.

Acquired valuable Blue Rhino brand, encompassing more than 3.5K locations. Implemented comprehensive logistics program designed to proactively deliver products. Championed training and mentoring initiatives for employees on brand presentation, increasing customer retention by 20% in one year.

Managed development team to cultivate innovative ideas for prototypes and proofs of concept. Communicated prospects to business stakeholders and executive leaders to nurture buy-in.

Identified skill gaps and areas of improvement for all employees, bolstering work ethic to accommodate new vision and goal for the company. Administered training programs, workshops and additional resources necessary to meet criteria and accomplish requisite certifications.

Aon PLC Chicago, IL 1- 2011 – 9-2014

Managing Director

Coordinated operations in financial, accounting, technology, marketing, product development, HR and administration divisions. Led policy and procedure to drive long-term growth. Served as key member of executive management team, directing annual planning cycle and developing annual business plans consecutively. Successfully achieved more than 60% growth.

Created security, crisis management & business continuity platform, highlighting risk and asset management for corporate partners and employees traveling abroad. Maintained global awareness in response to terrorism, kidnapping, ransom, extortion, natural disasters, security and medical issues

Designed WorldAware Solutions, integrating enterprising technology for the web-based and mobile platform. Assisted clientele on global security and travel risk mitigation. This enhanced the effectiveness of current client security and insurance products, protecting assets and reputation.

United States Navy Midwest Region 8-2008 – 1-2011

Command Staff Senior Analyst (Civilian)

Co-managed Regional Operation Center for the Commander Navy Region Midwest. Supported 16-state region, managing personnel and assets.

Drafted blueprints and other technical documentation for training requirements designed to prepare staff during emergencies. This included fire, anti-terrorism, natural disasters and other events throughout region.

Standardized installation improvement reporting, detailing performance and results. This improved overall communications between regional headquarters and installation facilities.

Analyzed response rates, rewriting SOPs and implementing new procedures effectively. Set up strategic protocols, removing unclear language, redundancies and discrepancies. This decreased durations of time for emergency response, improving program readiness by more than 40%.

Supervised regional crisis management program. This included coordination of Naval Station Great Lakes, Naval Support Activity Crane Indiana, Naval Support Activity Mid-South, Tennessee, and over 30 Naval Operational Support Centers. Supported direction and coordination of operations for six Navy Recruiting Districts and other Navy facilities in 16 Midwest states.

Advised Commander Navy Region Midwest on crisis management and defense support. Directed the Navy Emergency Preparedness Liaison Officer Program comprised of 21 senior Naval officers and FEMA. Managed three dispatch centers comprised of more than 25 officers.

Chrysler State of Michigan 3- 1996 – 8-2008

Manager

Coordinated OSHA initiative and $1.3MM budget. Guided operations of the Global Security Operations Center in Auburn Hills, MI.

Built new Global Emergency Operation Center. Designed new management matrix to improve reporting and communications procedures. Streamlined SOPs, allowing for cross-functionality and downtime mitigation during periods of technical emergency.

Tapped by senior leadership manage Detroit manufacturing plant. Drafted new SOPs, hired staff and implemented training regimen to optimize internal operations.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

Air Force United States 3-1988 – 3-2012

Security Forces - Law Enforcement, Security & Base Defense Operations (16 yrs. Active Duty- 8 yrs. Reserve)

Led and managed Security Forces, including direction of defense, anti-terrorism, tactical drilling, battle procedure, convoys and military operations. Administered self-aid buddy care and cardiopulmonary resuscitation when applicable.

Conducted site reviews, developing audit and reports. Evaluated findings, strategically recommending proper courses of action. Monitored unit performance, evaluating specifications and revealing security issues. Provided corrective action programs.

Received distinction as key performer, collaborating with USAF Security Forces and Secret Service. Provided dedicated security detail for POTUS and Air Force One from President Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama.

Directed deployment of Security Forces team. Led staff of more than 40 professionals, delivering ground base defense and offense. Ensured protection of 14K coalition beneficiaries.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Business Organizational Leadership

Crown College, St. Bonifacius, MN

Bachelor of Arts in Business Organizational Management

Honors, Summa Cum Laude

Ashford University, Clinton, IA

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

Air University, United States Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL

CERTIFICATIONS

LEAN Manufacturing & Six Sigma Master Certification

Villanova University, Villanova, PA

AFFILIATIONS

Veteran’s Working Group

Commercial Club, Chicago, IL

Homeland Security Information Network

Department of Homeland Security, Washington D.C.

Emergency Management Staff Trainer

Joint State Response Training System, Washington D.C.

Contributing Member

Domestic Security Alliance Council, Washington D.C.

Diplomatic Security Member

Overseas Security Advisory Council, U.S. Department of State, Washington D.C.

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