FREDRICK J. NIELSEN III
*** ********* ***** ****** ** #101, Ada, MI 49301
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrick-j-rick-nielsen-a53212108
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Executive Management Leader and Military Veteran with a Top Secret Security Clearance and 20+ years of proven experience in leadership, program management and team building. Accomplished measurable results while leading personnel and managing facilities. Led organizations of 12,000+ employees with annual operating budget of $10.2M, $1.8B in assets, and inventory valued at over $175M. Possess extensive knowledge in complex, time critical decision making and prioritization derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Navy. Career supported by a Master of Science in National Security Strategy, a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, to include a vast degree of executive management and military training.
Team Building
Executive Management
Strategic Planning
Cross Functional Leadership
Program / Project Management
Human Resources
Diplomacy / Negotiation
Organization /Communication
Training and Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
United States Navy – Various Locations 2016 – 2006
Chief of Staff (2014 – 2016)
Served as Second in Command for personnel comprising of combined military and civilian staff accountable for day-to-day leadership, vision, and guidance of over 9,000+ employees on 20 major US Navy installations with an annual operating budget in excess of $1.4M
Facilitated cohesion and cooperation for senior level decision making while arbitrating multiple competing priorities in a high pressure environment during extended overseas presence and organizational operations
Oversaw the development and implementation of operational, fiscal, administrative strategy, policies and procedures
Directed command, control, daily execution and operational employment of the US Atlantic Fleet and Naval Aviation assets
Led near and long term planning for training and certification of diverse US Navy teams
Executive Director (2011 – 2014)
Directed and led the safe, effective and efficient execution of aviation and amphibious operations, worldwide ship navigation and safety, heavy, routine and emergent engineering maintenance, amphibious warfare tactics and doctrine, management of a US Navy Amphibious Assault Aircraft Carrier which encompassed a 30-bed shipboard hospital, global interface for logistics and supply chain and safety programs and facilities management for 1,200-1,700 employees
Managed and executed an annual $10.2M operating budget and oversaw the development and implementation of a multi-billion dollar, multi-year material procurement and modernization program including three separate, extensive shipyard maintenance periods executing precise management of $1000M+ in repair funds
Promoted organizational reputation and reinforced key diplomatic messages as a senior representative of the US government to multiple international officials and governments while visiting for port calls
Division Chief (2008 – 2010)
Developed and managed annual operating budget of $5M for officers supporting joint military operations worldwide
Led 40+ military staff, government civilians, and defense contractors in developing and implementing detailed doctrine and plans for warning and defense against threats to the US Homeland emanating from the sea
Coordinated strategies and formed international partnerships with the North American maritime forces to further enhance this mission
Community Director (2006 – 2008)
Oversaw world-wide personnel assignment for over 1,500 senior aviation management personnel; Mentored, and coached them over several assignments that led directly to promotions and selection for command assignment
Division Director (2004 – 2006)
Led a tactical level combat aviation squadron of 12 P-3C “Orion” aircraft and over 450 aircrew, aviation maintenance and support personnel with operations sites across both Asia and the Middle East
Senior Manager (2001-2002)
Coordinated and handled administrative aspects of programmatic budget and resourcing requirements for all of US Naval Aviation while advising principal responsible for the aforementioned portfolio and administered all aspects of senior executive office and schedule
EDUCATION
Master of Science, National Security Strategy, National Defense University
Executive Military Leadership School
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, University of Michigan
MILITARY TRAINING
Advanced Senior Leadership Training
Navigator / Senior Quartermaster Refresher
ASW Tactics for First and Second Tour
NOTABLE AWARDS
Defense Superior Service Medal
Navy Legion of Merit (2)
Navy Meritorious Service Medal (3)
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (4)
Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal (2)