Brian Hester
Columbus,USA
Summary
Strategic operations leader with 13 years of experience in high-pressure environments, delivering mission-critical results. Proven executive management as a company commander in the 2d Cavalry Regiment, overseeing training logistics and readiness for over 150 personnel and managing $30M in technical assets. Expertise in translating complex organizational objectives into actionable project plans, honed through service in the 75th Ranger Regiment. Currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Georgia and finalizing PMP certification to enhance alignment between technical defense requirements and corporate strategy.v
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Project Officer
Maneuver Future Concepts Department
Fort Benning, GA
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated sensitive information flow and scheduled critical internal working groups and briefings with external stakeholders to align on project goals.
- Coordinated administrative activities and prepared logistical support for joint capabilities integration and development system process, enhancing operational readiness.
- Oversaw internal resource allocation and administrative processes to define infantry and armor requirements more effectively.
- Managed daily operational and administrative functions for requirements division, facilitating development of future maneuver capabilities.
Personnel Staff Officer/Adjutant (S-1)
3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment
Fort Benning, GA
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Directed personnel readiness and administrative functions for 600+ soldier ranger battalion, improving combat readiness and supporting mission success.
- Compiled high-level personnel data to support continuous deployment cycles and maintain operational readiness.
- Implemented HR and administrative systems, fostering subordinate development to strengthen operational effectiveness and career progression.
- Selected for staff position, recognized as top officer by command for exceptional performance and leadership potential.
Troop Commander
2d Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment
Vilseck, Germany
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Commanded 145-Soldier Stryker Infantry Troop, including three Rifle Platoons, achieving full personnel, supply, equipment, and training readiness for global deployment within 96 hours.
- Directed all logistics and sustainment operations for operational deployments to Poland and the United Kingdom, encompassing the complex movement of personnel, vehicles, and equipment across international borders.
- Developed leaders and enhanced tactical/technical proficiency, ensuring Troop readiness for combat operations as part of Unified Land Operations.
- Enforced command supply and maintenance discipline for multi-million dollar assets, cultivating command climate aligned with Army Values.
Assistant Operations Officer (S-3)
2d Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment
Vilseck, Germany
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Communicated operations directives and resource requirements for 730-soldier Stryker infantry squadron, enhancing mission alignment under 3-star general command.
- Planned and supervised execution of complex training programs and contingency plans, achieving worldwide deployment readiness for operational success.
- Managed gunnery qualifications and allocated training budget to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated training resource utilization, optimizing land/range schedules and managing training ammunition qualifications to support effective training outcomes.
Assistant Operations Officer (S-3)
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
Hohenfels, Germany
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed daily operations and training readiness for five subordinate companies, enhancing operational effectiveness within army's sole USEUCOM-based OPFOR battalion.
- Coordinated integration of allied and partner nation forces with U.S. National Guard and reserve units, strengthening collaboration during major exercises.
- Developed battalion training calendars to improve realism in training scenarios, accurately replicating near-peer and irregular threats.
Company Executive Officer
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
Hohenfels, Germany
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed serviceability of over $22 million in military equipment, maximizing operational capability and resource access.
- Oversaw maintenance operations for fleet of 29 tracked and wheeled vehicles, achieving high operational readiness rates.
- Managed sustainment and life support activities for 130-man Opposition Force rifle company, enhancing mission readiness for complex threat scenarios.
Rifle Platoon Leader
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
Hohenfels, Germany
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Led 39-soldier MTOE rifle platoon, executing complex operations as Army’s sole USAREUR-based opposing force at JMRC.
- Trained soldiers on U.S. and complex threat (OPFOR) doctrine, significantly improving readiness for mechanized infantry and irregular force simulations.
- Oversaw accountability and maintenance of seven M113A3 armored personnel carriers, ensuring operational readiness and reliability of $4,000,000 in equipment.
Company Executive Officer (XO)
2d Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment (IBOLC)
Fort Benning, GA
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Coordinated logistical support for 176-soldier infantry company during nine four-week training cycles, ensuring effective training for 1,584 students annually.
- Assessed resource needs for culminating phase of Infantry Basic Officer Leaders Course (IBOLC), facilitating improved training effectiveness.
- Managed administrative and academic data for 352 sponsor students, resolving pay issues to maintain uninterrupted support.
- Oversaw vehicle maintenance program and ensured accountability for all company property, supporting operational readiness.
Mortar Squad Leader
U.S Army
Fort Lewis, WA
04.2010 - 01.2014
- Delivered critical indirect fire support during four Afghanistan deployments, enhancing operational effectiveness in combat operations.
- Led six-member mortar squad in executing 60mm and 120mm systems, ensuring mission success through coordinated fire support.
- Ensured accountability and operational readiness of three mortar systems, supporting critical combat operations.
- Coordinated gun position occupation to secure precise fire delivery, optimizing alignment modes for effective combat engagement.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Georgia
GA06-2028
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
Georgia Southern University
Savannah, Ga05-2017
Skills
- Operations and logistics
- Supply chain management
- Project management
- Process optimization
- Resource allocation and budgeting
- Contingency planning
- Risk management
- Stakeholder coordination
- Fleet management
- Asset and inventory control
- Management and planning
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership and analytics
- Cross-functional team management
- Team development and mentorship
- Quantitative analysis
- Requirements analysis support
- Data collection
- Time management
- Administrative oversight
- International operations
- Conflict resolution and discipline
- Training and curriculum development
- Organizational leadership
Military Education
- Maneuver Captain’s Career Course
- Infantry Officer Basic Course
- U.S. Army Ranger School
- Airborne and Air Assault Schools
Timeline
Operations Project Officer
Maneuver Future Concepts Department
10.2025 - Current
Personnel Staff Officer/Adjutant (S-1)
3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment
05.2024 - 06.2025
Troop Commander
2d Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment
10.2022 - 03.2024
Assistant Operations Officer (S-3)
2d Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment
02.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant Operations Officer (S-3)
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
05.2020 - 07.2021
Company Executive Officer
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
05.2019 - 05.2020
Rifle Platoon Leader
1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment (OPFOR)
04.2018 - 05.2019
Company Executive Officer (XO)
2d Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment (IBOLC)
10.2017 - 04.2018
Mortar Squad Leader
U.S Army
04.2010 - 01.2014
MBA - Business Administration
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
Georgia Southern University