United States Marine CorpsManager
Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2007United StatesAs a United States Marine, exceptional leadership and operational expertise were demonstrated in managing several teams and projects within high-stakes environments. Significant discrepancies in organizational fund procedures were corrected, maintaining accurate accountability for financial transactions and equipment valued over $250,000. Meticulous attention to detail led to the successful passing of 12 audits and inspections by external inspectors. Organizing and managing 22 social functions enhanced community relations and raised funds for non-profit events. Efforts in improving and rewriting local employee contracts further streamlined operations. In a high counterintelligence threat environment, 104 incident reports were issued to enforce security protocols, safeguard classified information, and enhance security equipment. Direct responses to three anti-American demonstrations showcased skillful management, even in situations involving over 10,000 demonstrators. Assigned to the protective detail for U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell in Nairobi, Kenya, and providing security for Richard Holbrooke during peacekeeping operations in East Timor highlighted adaptability and dedication. As a direct supervisor for a 12-man team, high-threat transportation and personal security missions across Iraq were executed, covering over 20,000 miles. Active participation in the cordon of Fallujah, Iraq, and collaboration with the Olive Security Group ensured successful management of a 12-man team on a 10-day armed combat escort mission from Jordan to Baghdad. Accountability for five 12-man teams across 30,000 square miles in Iraq was maintained, organizing the movement of 1,500 Iraqi Police and integrating 17 linguists. As the operations chief, supervision of a 50-man team responsible for a diverse area in California, including coastline, railroads, and urban terrain, adjacent to a nuclear facility, was pivotal in maintaining security and operational success.