QUALIFICATIONS

Proven leader and Service-Disabled combat Veteran. 23+ years of executive, str
ategic planning, operations, budget, training, and global logistics experience;
award-winning CEO in three high impact, C-level command assignments.
Extraordinary Strategic Planner. Experienced in selling the vision and buildin
g consensus to diverse audiences at all levels from concept development through
project execution. Hands-on experience planning and leading complex Humanitaria
n Assistance / Disaster Relief operations.
Media savvy. Executive Public Affairs / Relations training and experience with
commercial, private, and government officials. Trusted by the Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff to provide on the record information to TV and print-media
while in a combat environment.
Served with distinction in the policy-diplomatic arena. Tactful and mature in
judgment and personal demeanor. Fostered strong working relations among senior
American and foreign military and government officials in the Arabian Gulf and t
he Americas.
Herculean performance as a Task Force Commander for U.S. Navy ships and aircraf
t. Significant operational experience approving technical and legal instruments
designed to facilitate purchase agreements, husbanding / logistics, and materia
l repair contracts.
Expertly managed Department of Defense infrastructure and projects; developed a
nd implemented award-winning personnel, safety, and professional development pro
grams.
Top of the Postgraduate class. M.A. With Distinction. Fast learner in all env
ironments.
Executed multi-million dollar operating and payroll budgets within established
controls.
High octane, self-starter. Embraces personal responsibility for milestones and
timelines.
Fluent in MS Office Suite (Word, Office, Excel and PowerPoint).
Current TOP SECRET clearance; granted access to Sensitive Compartmented Informa
tion.
Passport ready; travel savvy. Able and willing to travel on short notice. 24/
7 accessible.
Well connected personally and professionally. Dynamic, sincere, giving and emp
athetic.
EXPERIENCE AND LEGACY
Always on call. Caring mentor, tireless advocate, and exemplary role model to
over 300 civilian and military professionals as a three-time Commanding Officer.
Received Navy-wide recognition for measurably increasing mission success throu
gh an uncompromising commitment to operational, process, and safety improvement.
Vocal ambassador for the mission. Proven track record of developing and expand
ing strategic partnerships and increasing public awareness. Seamlessly executed
numerous high visibility social and media events with finesse and aplomb.
Attention to detail. Approved and executed seven multi-million dollar operatin
g and travel accounts during three CEO / CFO assignments without loss of account
ability or control.
Graceful under pressure. Hand-selected as the traveling Briefer and Strategic
Planner for the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during Operation IRAQI FRE
EDOM. Directly contributed to the formulation, adoption, and implementation of
U.S. Government policies for Arabian Gulf states.
Contract savvy. As a Task Force Commander, served as the Technical Advisor to
U.S. Naval Supply Systems Command for Husbanding Service Provider contract devel
opment and oversight. Intimate knowledge of Humanitarian and Disaster Relief op
erations.
Proven Transformer. Served as the senior Readiness Assessor and training and c
ertification authority for naval ships and U.S. Coast Guard cutters homeported i
n the Pacific Northwest. Under my command, Afloat Training Group Pacific Northw
est was awarded the U.S. Coast Guard Meritorious Unit Commendation for outstandi
ng service.
Seasoned Logistician and Problem Solver. Increased by 280% the through-put of
critical parts, equipment, and supplies valued at over $400 million dollars to o
ver 50 ships and 75 aircraft operating throughout the Americas while overcoming
an unprogrammed 33% reduction in personnel.
Masterful Writer. Authored and contributed to numerous professional articles (
available upon request). Real-world experience approving, coordinating and syne
rgizing PR packets and media releases. Flawless execution as an Aide-de-Camp an
d Assistant Chief of Staff (Personnel and Administration) during combat operatio
ns.
A Captains Captain. Singularly responsible for the safe operation, mission rea
diness, fiscal accountability and health / morale of a $250 million dollar warsh
ip and priceless crew. Under my command, USS ORIOLE was bestowed the prestigiou
s Chief of Naval Operations Safety and Unit Wellness awards (2002); and was nomi
nated for most improved ship in the Navy.
CAREER PROGRESSION
2007-2010: CEO and CFO. Commander Task Force FOUR THREE and Director of Logist
ics, Material and Maintenance, U.S. FOURTH Fleet, Jacksonville, FL.
2004-2007: CEO and CFO. Commanding Officer, Afloat Training Group, Pacific Nor
thwest, Everett, WA.
2002-2004: Strategic Planner, Arabian Gulf Branch Head, and Briefer to the Chai
rman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Joint Staff, Strategic Plans and Policy
Directorate, The Pentagon.
2000-2002: CEO, COO and CFO. Commanding Officer, USS ORIOLE, Corpus Christi, T
X.
1997-2000: Aide-de-Camp and Assistant Chief of Staff (Personnel and Administrat
ion). Assigned to Commander, USS ENTERPRISE Battle Group, Jacksonville, FL.
1994-1997: Department Head. Supervised 150 personnel. USS DEYO, Norfolk, VA.
1992-1993: Graduate Student. U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA.
1990-1991: Assistant Department Head. USS FORRESTAL, Jacksonville, FL.
1987-1991: Division Officer. Directed 40 personnel. USS LEYTE GULF, Jacksonvi
lle, FL.
EDUCATION / CIVIC AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSE
Master of Arts With Distinction, Strategic Planning and International Organizat
ions & Negotiations, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, 1993. 3.91 GPA.
Bachelor of Science, Marine Transportation, U. S. Merchant Marine Academy, 1986
.
Third Mate (Steam or Motor Vessels of Any Gross Tons, Upon Oceans).
Member, Propeller Club of the United States, Port of Jacksonville.
Member, Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Member, Knights of Columbus, Council 1951, Jacksonville, FL.
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association, Jacksonville Chapter.
Whos Who in American Colleges and Universities, 1986.
Eagle Scout, 1982.