Program Manager Associate Director

GLENN H. WHITE

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Honolulu, Hawaii 96816

Phone: 321-***-****

Email: *****.*****.*@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced leader with a proven track record in negotiation, program management, and international collaboration, seeking to leverage expertise in compliance, agreement management, and stakeholder engagement to contribute to the University of Hawaii's Office of Innovation and Commercialization as Associate Director of Licensing. Adept at building and maintaining strategic partnerships, navigating complex regulatory environments, and driving successful outcomes in challenging operational contexts. Proven ability to manage multi-million dollar budgets and lead diverse teams to achieve strategic objectives. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

U.S. Coast Guard District Fourteen

International Program Manager- Oceania (12/2024 - 03/2025)

● Led a team of six in developing and implementing complex international agreements related to maritime infrastructure and environmental protection in the Oceania and Indo-Pacific regions, ensuring alignment with DHS priorities and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

● Established complex multi-component maritime program goals and milestones, defining parameters for international collaboration on climate variabilities/ marine resource protection initiatives with eight foreign partners in the Oceania region.

● Developed and delivered compelling presentations to federal and international stakeholders on complex technical topics related to maritime security and environmental protection, effectively communicating program objectives and fostering consensus among diverse senior audiences. Managing Love, Inc. (Part Time/ Remote)

Chief of Staff (01/2025 – Present)

● Led and mentored a team of twelve staff members in a fast-paced NGO environment, overseeing strategic planning, operational execution, and stakeholder engagement to achieve organizational objectives.

● Developed and executed strategic initiatives, including building and managing international partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, to achieve organizational goals.

● Developed and implemented complex policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations and aligning with organizational objectives.

● Cultivated and managed relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government agencies and non-profit organizations, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to achieve shared objectives.

Department of Homeland Security - Homeland Security Investigations Senior Special Agent, GS-13 (12/2011 – 12/2024)

● Ninety-eight felony criminal and thirty six administrative investigations completed since 2012.

● Fifty-nine investigations resulted in a law enforcement action that led to positive impact and or outcome such as a seizure, search warrant, arrest to conviction.

● Twenty-three Joint Agency Operations as Lead Investigator.

● Six successful long term international criminal investigations.

● Four long term complex criminal investigations classified as significant (HQ level) investigations.

● Managed security assistance and counterproliferation programs, including conducting federal investigations into Intellectual Property, Foreign Military Sales and International Security Cooperation Programs, ensuring alignment of policy objectives between the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

● Developed, tailored, scaled and implemented strategic counterproliferation initiatives that enhanced partner nation capabilities and fostered regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

● Formulated and implemented comprehensive national security policies and procedures related to security cooperation and military assistance programs, ensuring compliance with DHS directives and DOD policies. Provided strategic INDOPACOM guidance to senior leadership on emerging security assistance trends, enabling informed decision-making and effective resource allocation.

● Coordinated with senior officials from DoD and the Department of State to assess joint federal investigations and improve security assistance initiatives, ensuring alignment with U.S. foreign policy and operational goals.

● Oversaw financial planning, cost analysis, and budget execution for transnational counterproliferation activities, ensuring proper use of funding allocations. Developed budget proposals that prioritized funding for high-impact security initiatives, resulting in improved program effectiveness and federal resource utilization.

● Achieved a 98% acceptance rate to conviction with the Hawaii U.S. Attorney’s Office

● Co-case agent, U.S. vs. Mike MISKE

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Engagement Center

International Program Manager (11/2023 - 10/2024)

● Supervised a team of four, oversaw the successful completion of a maritime security cooperation program focused on sustainable resource management, environmental protection and climate change response in Oceania/ Indo-Pacific.

● Established complex program goals and long term milestones, defining parameters for international collaboration on marine resource protection initiatives with foreign partners in the region. Quantified team results, briefed senior staff on goal completion/ long term impacts.

● Led my team that successfully developed, enhanced and delivered complex training programs and briefs for international partners in the Indo-Pacific theater, shoring regional security cooperation and operational effectiveness.

U.S. Coast Guard District 14, Honolulu, HI

Occupational Health Program Manager (07/2020 - 12/2021)

● Managed environmental compliance and occupational health programs, developing COVID-19 protocols that aligned with Department of Homeland Security/ Coast Guard operational goals and enhanced mission readiness in the Pacific theater.

● Conducted assessments of COVID-19 impacts on operational capabilities, leading training initiatives for over 1,100 personnel, 40 sub commands, driving mission readiness and success throughout the Indo-Pacific.

Department of Defense - Joint Inter Agency Task Force, Camp Smith, HI Task Force Program Manager (10/2015 - 09/2016)

● Supervised a mid level team of five maritime operational practitioners

● Represented Indo-Pacific Command in high-level policy discussions and strategic forums, engaging with U.S. Ambassadors, foreign military officials, and DoD stakeholders to strengthen security partnerships. Cultivated relationships with international partners, facilitating collaborative efforts on security cooperation initiatives and enhancing regional security frameworks.

● Oversaw the development and implementation of security cooperation initiatives for counter narcotics and maritime security, ensuring alignment with Joint Staff policies and DoD directives.

● Led planning efforts for high-level meetings and engagements with U.S. Ambassadors in Sri Lanka, The Maldives and Cambodia in conjunction with senior foreign military officials, strengthening security partnerships.

● Awarded Joint Service Commendation Medal for excellence in program management and operational design.

Department of the Navy - Naval Facilities Hawai’i (NAVFAC) Environmental Protection Specialist, GS-09 (01/2011 - 12/2011)

● Managed all NAVFAC environmental compliance programs in conjunction with NEPA and Clean Water Act requirements, ensuring adherence to federal environmental regulations in support of military operations.

● Conducted complex environmental assessments and environmental compliance audits at Joint Base Pearl Harbor -Hickam, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies to enhance operational effectiveness while mitigating environmental impacts..

● Collaborated with federal, state, and local agencies to coordinate environmental protection efforts and abatement, fostering interagency cooperation and compliance.

● Developed and delivered environmental training initiatives on environmental regulations and best practices, enhancing the capacity of civilian and active duty personnel to meet environmental compliance standards.

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Honolulu (Reservist)

Sector Incident Management Team Leader (08/2009 - 08/2013)

● Led two pollution response teams of six personnel each, implementing federal environmental regulations and coordinating with multiple agencies to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness in Sector Honolulu.

● Served as On-Scene Commander during DEEP WATER HORIZON oil spill, directing operations and managing resources safely and effectively.

● Served as Lead Environmental Responder in Pago Pago, American Samoa after the Tsunami of 2009 EDUCATION

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Harvard Extension School

Master of Liberal Arts, Field of Government (2024) Graduate Capstone Thesis: "Deconstructing the Past to Shore Up Kiribati for Climate Change" University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (2011)

SPECIALIZED TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

● Harvard Kennedy School Public Leadership Credential

● Chief Warrant Officer Professional Development Course

● Port State Control Officer

● Maritime Domain Subject Matter Expert

References Available Upon Request

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