Ahmad Edwards
Summary
Results-oriented project management professional with a strong background in operations, team leadership, and strategic execution. Over 8 years of experience managing large-scale initiatives, coordinating cross-departmental teams, and optimizing workflows across military and civilian sectors to increase efficiency by 20–30%. Skilled in the full project lifecycle from planning and resource allocation to performance evaluation and stakeholder engagement. Recognized for improving operational readiness, driving performance, and ensuring on-time, within-scope project completion through effective communication and resource allocation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Joint Action Control Officer
U.S. Navy
06.2024 - Current
- Managed and tracked over 600 high-priority projects, ensuring 98% on-time completion through cross-departmental collaboration.
- Supported senior leadership by developing strategic briefings, performance reports, and project status updates used in decision-making affecting policy change and operations for the U.S. Navy.
- Facilitated over 60 cross-functional meetings, ensuring clear communication, accountability, and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Oversaw professional development programs that increased retention by 15% and enhanced team performance metrics by 20%.
Administrative Supervisor
U.S. Navy
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Supervised 23 administrative staff and led process improvement initiatives that enhanced efficiency, compliance, and documentation accuracy.
- Directed daily operations, managing training programs and ensuring alignment with mission goals to maintain a 100% compliance rate.
- Oversaw $550K in travel budgets, coordinating logistics and approvals for over 100 mission-critical trips.
Marketing Assistant / Project Coordinator
HomeFree USA
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Coordinated and executed 30+ marketing and outreach projects, achieving an average 12% increase in engagement metrics per campaign.
- Partnered with leadership to identify business needs, create project scopes, and allocate resources to achieve strategic objectives.
- Delivered client-facing presentations and maintained stakeholder communication throughout each project lifecycle.
- Drove brand growth by implementing targeted campaigns that contributed to a 15% annual increase in community participation and funding outcomes.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Maryland
05.2027
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Advertising, & Media Sales
Morgan State University
01.2017
Skills
- Project Lifecycle Management (Initiation → Execution → Closeout)
- Strategic Planning & Resource Allocation
- Stakeholder & Client Communication
- Team Leadership
- Risk Assessment & Issue Resolution
- Process Improvement & Change Management
Accomplishments
- Strengthened operational security (OPSEC) by implementing updated data-handling protocols and conducting team-wide training that reduced information vulnerabilities by 30%, ensuring full compliance with Navy and DoD security standards.
- Led Command Pay and Personnel Administration (CPPA) operations for over 120 sailors, resolving complex pay, travel, and benefits issues while maintaining a 100% accuracy rate on personnel transactions and documentation.
- Improved retention and career development outcomes as a Command Career Counselor, increasing reenlistment intent by 25% through personalized coaching, career planning, and promotion readiness guidance.
Certification
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – Expected Completion: January 2026
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt – Expected Completion: January 2026
Timeline
Joint Action Control Officer
U.S. Navy
06.2024 - Current
Administrative Supervisor
U.S. Navy
03.2021 - 05.2024
Marketing Assistant / Project Coordinator
HomeFree USA
06.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, Advertising, & Media Sales
Morgan State University
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Maryland
Navy Achievement Medal
Awarded for exceptional leadership and mission excellence, directly contributing to improved operational readiness and administrative efficiency across multiple departments.