John W. McCance

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MULTIFACITED COMMUNITY LEADER, MANAGER

AND BUSINESS DEVELOPER

Specializing in Leading World Class Teams Supporting Stakeholder Objectives

uDemonstrated Dayton Community Leader with management experience spanning more than twenty-five years.

uVisionary Business Developer with proven capabilities in providing on-target solutions for every customer.

uInsightful understanding of challenges facing customers, employers, and industry partners.

Expertise

Extensive and Diverse Leadership Experience

Intimate Understanding of Community Challenges

Broad Range of Technical Knowledge

Program Support, Proposals & Strategic Plans

Legislative and Public Affairs Experience

Well Networked Within the Community

Education & Credentials

GEORGETOWN GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS INSTITUTE (Washington DC) - Top-ranked Government Affairs program

Capitol Hill Fellowship Program, 9/01

AIR UNIVERSITY (Maxwell AFB, AL) – Post-graduate accredited Air Force Professional Development program

Air Command and Staff College, 9/01

AIR MOBILITY WARFARE CENTER (McGuire AFB, NJ) – Deployed Force Commander Training

Contingency Air Base Operations Course, 9/97

SECURITY FORCES TRAINING SQUADRON (Camp Swift, TX) – Combat Readiness Training

Public Affairs Combat Readiness Training, 7/95

DEFENSE INFORMATION SCHOOL (Ft. Benjamin Harrison, Indianapolis, IN) – Professional Development

Public Affairs Officer’s Course, 12/84

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY (Dayton, OH) – Nationally recognized University committed to Excellence

BA, Communication, 6/82

Professional Experience

MCCANCE CONSULTING GROUP (DAYTON, OH)

Founded in 2011 to bridge gap during atrophying industry reaction to Defense Sequestration. VA certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business.

Owner and President, 10/11 to Present

uLeads talented group of Subject Matter Experts in providing timely, accurate consulting services to clients in support of their business, operations, and strategic planning needs.

uProvides insight into the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Executive Branch, U.S. Congress, state and local governments, and other public and private sector entities.

uServed as the City of Dayton’s principle liaison to Wright Patterson Air Force Base identifying channels of communication, collaboration opportunities, and developed strategic plans for long-term engagement.

uConsulted with Vice President of Workforce Development at Sinclair Community College, Dayton, OH, on Defense, Aerospace, and Aviation industries workforce needs with special emphasis on Wright Patterson AFB.

uServed as Adviser to the President for Presidential Debate at Wright State University, Dayton, OH, and liaison to the Commission on Presidential Debates. Made application for and was successfully selected to host first debate of 2016.

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY (Dayton, OH)

Adjunct Professor, Department of Political Science, 1/07 to present

uProfessor of the National Security Politics course. Maintains active engagement with members of congress, Department of Defense personnel, and other officials to facilitate accurate presentation of political environment facing national command authority and national security policy decision makers.

SCHAFER CORPORATION (Dayton, OH)

General Manager Dayton Operation, Space and Directed Energy Division, 9/08 to 9/11

uManaged Schafer’s support to multiple Wright Patterson A.F.B. customers with primary focus on the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC).

uProvided oversight and direct program management support to tasks for IMPULSE, CRONOS, and the Counterspace Analyst Support Program (CASP).

uManaged Schafer Corporation’s Dayton location. Responsibilities included direct oversight for all aspects of P and L, budget, staffing, logistics, and business development.

AT&T GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS (Fairborn, OH)

DOD Professional Services Client Business Manager, 4/05 to 9/08

uDeveloped sales strategies, business development plans and provided oversight to program management for contracts with Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Air Force Materiel Command, USAF, and Department of Defense.

uAggressively sought out opportunities and teaming to better position AT&T Government Solutions within the DOD sector resulting in closed sales of $2.5 M for CY ’07.

uWorked closely with local AT&T Government Solutions leadership to define National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) classified customer requirements and target company capabilities to better position AT&T for increased intelligence program wins. This effort resulted in $3.4 M in CY ’07.

uPersonally engaged Air Force leadership to dissuade the deobligation of contract funds affecting the AT&T Government Solutions Wiring Program. Successfully prevented contract termination and the return of funding that facilitated $1.0 M in closed sales for CY ’07.

uLed effort to establish winning teams to pursue three USAF opportunities scheduled for award mid-2008 that will result in $40.0 M + win for newly reorganized Midwest Operations Group.

uWorked closely with the program teams to strengthen the relationships with Air Force program managers on critical government contracts resulting in greater Air Force confidence and the award of additional funding.

u Developed successful strategies that established strong relationships with AFMC, ASC, AFRL, AFSAC, NASIC, and 88th ABW WPAFB.

uLeveraged AT&T Foundation program to establish greater visibility of the company among the Air Force senior leadership assigned to WPAFB and within the Pentagon.

uMaintain membership in the Dayton Development Coalition’s Sensors, Medical, and UAV Task Forces in support of Base Realignment and Closure mission expansion at Wright Patterson AFB.

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE (The Pentagon, Washington D.C.)

Deputy Chief Senate Liaison Office (Lt Col), 3/02 to 12/04

uEstablish and maintain direct liaison with U.S. Senators, Military Legislative Assistants, Defense-related Professional Staff Members and Senate administrative staff on issues of importance to the United States Air Force.

uAssess Senate environment and provide counsel to senior Air Force officials on potential items of interest.

uAssist office chief in engagement opportunities between senior Air Force officials and Senators and key staff.

uCoordinate with Pentagon offices on Congressional briefings and other outreach opportunities.

uDeveloped targeted travel opportunities for Senators and staff.

uSupervise office administrative staff and provide oversight on logistical practices and requirements.

uDeveloped an Air Force engagement plan targeting the Congressional Legislative Staff Association and the Center for Strategic and International Studies that included F/A-22 and JSF cockpit simulator displays, product demonstration facility reception and CSAF presentation.

uSpearheaded the effort among Senate offices to establish the Reserve Caucus in support of all branches containing reserve components, specifically the Air Force Reserve. The caucus membership consists of more than 30 Senators who support programs and policies positively impacting the Air Force and other services.

uAggressively pursued support of legislation that changed capital gains laws, providing better support to military members who PCS frequently, and tax law that provides Reserve Component members reimbursement for out-of-pocket travel expenses to and from drill locations.

uWorked behind the scenes to ensure that Air Force officer promotions at all levels were not used as a political tool (this resulted in all military nomination holds being released in a timely manner to allow Air Force senior leadership reassignments as well as all other officer promotions).

uSingle-handedly led two successful short-notice international Congressional Delegations (CODELS) for three U.S. Senators to Central American countries, garnering numerous laudatory comments on attention to detail and quality of support.

uEstablished the Air Force as the “go to” service for Professional Staff Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee through improved travel logistics and escort support.

uRecognized by Air Force Intelligence community for significantly improving awareness by Armed Services Committee of the contributions made by the Air Force in support of the Global War on Terrorism.

OFFICE OF SENATOR MIKE DEWINE, OHIO (Russell Senate Building, Washington D.C.)

Air Force Legislative Fellow (Major), 11/00 to 3/02

uQuickly established as an integral member of the DeWine staff – Within the first week of fellowship navigated the legislative process to research and craft successful legislation, and coordinated by-partisan support in both houses of Congress as well as numerous private sector organizations.

uDrafted language (S. 540) for Senator DeWine’s introduction to restore the pre-1986 tax deductions for travel expenses to and from drill locations and provide for an employer tax credit for Reserve Component personnel (Guard and Reserve). Garnered the support of 61 co-sponsors, the Reserve Officers Association, The United States Chamber of Commerce, and the Military Coalition. Pass into law in 2003.

uServed as personal staff representative to the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence – established positive relationships with a myriad of intelligence agencies working to ensure proper resource allocation for the Department of Defense and the National Air Intelligence Center.

uThwarted efforts to move missions from NAIC to other locations and delayed efforts to expend more than $100 million MilCon dollars on intelligence facilities without proper justification.

uProvided concise analysis on sensitive intelligence issues dealing with weapons of mass destruction and terrorism in response to attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon.

445TH AIRLIFT WING (Wright Patterson AFB, OH)

Military Personnel Flight Commander (Major), 2/99 to 9/00

uFull-time (GS-12) technician responsible for the management of the military personnel flight function servicing some 2000 reservists in 18 units.

uPerformed and administered personnel programs, including procurement, professional development, classification, assignments, promotions, separations, personnel support for contingency operations (PERSCO), and personal affairs.

uDeveloped newcomers flight orientation program that streamlined in-processing of unit personnel and eliminated 95% of ancillary training requirements levied during the first 12 months of participation.

uMaintained frequent communication with state committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve to ensure quick handling of reservist or employer concerns.

445TH AIRLIFT WING (Wright Patterson AFB, OH)

Director of Public Affairs (Major/Captain), 9/94 to 2/99

uAir Reserve Technician responsible for the development, management and evaluation of the commander’s communications and protocol program. Served as the commander’s primary counsel on communication issues dealing with reservists, the public and the media.

uDeveloped, coordinated and exercised reserve personnel mobility and warfighting training. Researched and authored public affairs annexes to war plans and tasking.

uCo-site officer, working with State Department officials, Balkan Proximity Peace Talks, WPAFB, October - November 1995.

uSelected as an exchange officer serving with U.S. Navy during diplomatic port visit to Vladivostok, Russia, July 1996.

uServed as deployed force commander during Operational Readiness Inspection in September of 1996.

uFirst Public Affairs Officer in Air Force Reserve Command history to serve as an investigating officer and member of an aircraft Safety Investigation Board, March - May 1997.

906TH FIGHTER GROUP (Wright Patterson AFB, OH)

Chief of Public Affairs (Captain/1st Lt), 1/85 to 9/94

uAir Reserve Technician (GS-11) directing the commander’s public affairs program. Extensive experience in community relations, media relations and internal information.

uProject officer for unit conversion program from the F-4D to the F-16A.

uServed as the deputy chief of public affairs for Air Combat Command 1991 Gunsmoke competition, Nellis AFB.

89TH FIGHTER SQUADRON (Wright Patterson AFB, OH)

89th Fighter Squadron, Executive Officer (1 Lt/2 Lt), 4/83 to 12/84

uOfficer-in-Charge of administrative and operational support functions of tactical fighter squadron.

uSupported numerous deployments to locations around the world including Canada, Denmark, and Iceland.

uFlew 125 missions as Weapon Systems Officer in F-4D Phantom II.

Volunteerism and Professional Societies

uDayton Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees, 2011 – present

uVice-Chair, Military and Government Affairs Committee, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, 2012 – present

uCo-Chair, Dayton Peace Accords @ 20 Organizing Committee for the 2015 20th Anniversary, 2012 – 2015

uCo-Chair, City of Dayton DoD Vietnam Conflict 50th Anniversary Planning Committee, 2013 - 2015

uFounding Member, United States Aerospace, Trade and Technology Exposition, 2009 – present

uBoard Member, National Military Intelligence Association, Ohio Chapter, 2008 – present

uPast President, Miami Valley Military Affairs Association, 2009 - present

uPast President, Air Force Association, Great Lakes Region, 2010 - present

uDayton Sister Cities Committee, 2004 - present

uCo-Chair, Congressman Steve Austria Defense Industry Blue Ribbon Commission, 2009 - 2010

uPresident, Air Force Association, State of Ohio, 2006 - 2009

uExecutive Vice President, Wright Memorial Chapter, Air Force Association, 1994 – 2000, 2007, 2008

uDayton: A Peace Process Committee, 2004 - 2006

uFounding Partner and Vice-Chair, Dayton Peace Accords Project, 1996 – 2001

uDayton Public Schools Partners in Education Program, 1986 – 2000

uDayton International Air Show, volunteer committee chairman, 1981 – 2000

uAir Force Association

uMiami Valley Military Affairs Association

uReserve Officers Association, Life Member

uAMVETS, Life Member

uCongressional Legislative Staff Association

Honors and Awards

uEagle Scout, Honolulu Hawaii, 1974

uAir Force Reserve Public Affairs Officer of the Year Award - 1989

uAir Force Achievement Medal, Aircraft Conversion Project Officer – 1989

uDayton Up and Comer Award - 1989

uAir Force Achievement Medal, Balkan Proximity Peace Talks - 1995

uAir Force Achievement Medal, Air Combat Command Safety Investigation Board – 1997

uAir Force Meritorious Service Medal, Public Affairs Officer, 445th Airlift Wing – 1999

uAir Force Meritorious Service Medal, Military Personnel Flight Commander, 445th Airlift Wing – 2000

uReserve Officers Association Congressional Staff Award – 2001

uGlobal War on Terrorism Medal - 2002

uAir Force Association Medal of Merit – 1995, 2006

uAT&T Achievers Club – 2007

uHonorably Discharged/10 Point Veteran (Retired), United States Air Force Reserve, June 2010

uDayton Business Journal Top 25 Defense Businesses – 2013, 2014

Additional Information

uTop Secret, SCI (Eligible)

uProficient in Microsoft Office Products and COBOL programming

uLicensed Pilot with 500 + Flying Hours

uReferences Furnished Upon Request

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