Professional Summary: I have a Secret Security Clearance from the DoD

United States Army Veteran with a background in organizational and corporate communications, economics, and government functions, in addition to a Juris Doctorate degree. Adept at leading business initiatives, managing complex projects, and providing strategic guidance.

Education

Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, Orlando, FL

Juris Doctor, December 2023

Honors: Academic Merit Scholarship Recipient

Activities: Black Law Student Association; London Study Abroad

University of Houston, Houston, TX

B.A. Organizational & Corporate Communications, and Economics, December 2020

Honors: Dean’s List; National Honors Society

Activities: Football; Club Rugby

Professional Experience

Business Data Analyst – Nonprofit Sector (Extern) August 2023 - December 2023

Community Legal Services (Nonprofit), Orlando, FL

Used project management skills to create and execute legal strategies for 40+ cases, achieving favorable outcomes and contributing to the overall success of the nonprofit's initiatives.

Integrated project management methodologies when collaborating with stakeholders to formulate and implement comprehensive, cost-effective strategies aligned with business goals and objectives.

Conducted thorough business analysis, delivered weekly presentations and memos to the department, and utilized data analysis to enhance the nonprofit’s initiatives.

Legal Research Analyst January 2023 – December 2023

Ninth Judicial Circuit Court, Orlando, FL

Conducted thorough legal research and information gathering to support the Judge in preparing for over 300 cases, ensuring a well-informed and data-driven decision-making process.

Produced concise summaries of legal documents, precedents, and statutes, employing data analysis techniques to transform complex legal information into actionable insights.

Leveraged data analysis skills to ensure the use of critical documentation and schedules.

Legal & Regulatory Advisor – Government Relations (Intern) August 2022 - December 2022

United States Congress, Orlando, FL

Served as a liaison between Orange County, Florida residents (population: 1.423 million) and U.S. federal agencies, cultivating relationships and ensuring effective communication channels.

Developed a roadmap for acquiring a $219 million federal grant in disaster relief funds for victims of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, demonstrating expertise in grant acquisition and financial management.

Provided expert legal and regulatory guidance to the Congressman, constituents, and local businesses, ensuring strict adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Supply Chain Program Manager – Department of Defense (Platoon Sergeant) November 2011 - November 2021

United States Army

Led cross-functional and multi-national military teams of 60+ personnel, overseeing multiple logistics operations, and implemented data-driven strategies to optimize team performance.

Managed and ensured compliance with a diverse portfolio of Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial contracts throughout 6 different deployments, utilizing data analysis to enhance efficiency and meet regulatory requirements.

Developed and managed complex logistical and operational projects, determining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and employing data-driven insights for informed decision-making, with a proven track record of 0 safety incidents.

Utilized supply chain, logistics, and transportation databases, including DTTS, DTS, and other DoD data analysis systems (equivalent to Python, Tableau, and Power BI), to extract meaningful insights and inform strategic project management decisions for international operations.

Delivered weekly presentations to the Command Team and external stakeholders, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data insights to inform decision-making and improve communication effectiveness.

Certificates, Awards, and Skills

Project Management Professional Certificate (Scrum Master, Agile, and Waterfall)

Volunteer Federal Income Tax Assistant Certificate

Microsoft Power BI Certificate

U.S. Army 597th Brigade Soldier of the Year

U.S. Army Accommodation Medal 2x

U.S. Army Achievement Medal 2x

Data Analysis

SQL

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