Brian Ikeda

Resourceful and results-driven Coordinator with a proven track record of managing strategic partnerships, sponsorship initiatives, and event execution. Skilled in developing and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, negotiating partnership agreements, and driving brand engagement to achieve organizational objectives. Recognized for exceptional productivity, organizational excellence, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring seamless project delivery. Strong communicator with a collaborative approach, leveraging empathy, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to create mutually beneficial partnerships and successful sponsorship outcomes.

• Managed and coordinated noncombatant evacuation operations (NEO) for over 100 military service members' families throughout the Republic of Korea during wartime and contingency scenarios. Oversaw accountability, movement tracking, transportation coordination, and emergency communications to ensure the safe and efficient relocation of authorized dependents. Collaborated with military commands, host-nation agencies, and support organizations to develop and execute evacuation plans, readiness programs, and crisis response procedures. Conducted training, exercises, and preparedness briefings while providing logistical support to maintain operational readiness and ensure successful evacuation operations in high-pressure environments.

Safety and operations professional responsible for overseeing high-risk training environments and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and risk management protocols. Led personnel during live-fire and field training exercises, conducting safety briefings, enforcing operational standards, and coordinating emergency response procedures. Performed hazard assessments, monitored training areas for compliance, and exercised authority to halt operations when unsafe conditions were identified. Collaborated with leadership to maintain safe training environments, supervise safety personnel, and ensure the protection of personnel, equipment, and facilities through proactive risk mitigation and regulatory compliance.

Detail-oriented logistics professional responsible for inspecting, packaging, documenting, and certifying hazardous materials for military transportation in compliance with Department of Defense and Army regulations. Ensures shipments of ammunition, explosives, chemicals, and other hazardous cargo meet all safety, packaging, labeling, and documentation requirements under TM 38-250 and AR 700-143. Maintains current certification through required training and serves as a subject matter expert on hazardous materials transportation, regulatory compliance, and shipment readiness. Authorized by command appointment to certify hazardous material shipments for military transport operations.

• Environmental health and safety professional responsible for leading sanitation, public health, and disease prevention programs in austere and field environments. Managed water quality testing, waste disposal operations, pest control measures, and health education initiatives to ensure compliance with sanitation standards and maintain personnel readiness. Conducted inspections, identified health and environmental risks, implemented corrective actions, and trained personnel on hygiene practices, injury prevention, and workplace health and safety procedures. Recognized for promoting safe, healthy operating conditions through proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and team leadership.

The U.S. Army Combat Lifesaver (CLS) Provider is a trained non-medical Soldier who delivers enhanced first-aid care on the battlefield, bridging the gap between basic buddy aid and advanced combat medic support. This role focuses on reducing preventable combat fatalities by stabilizing injured personnel until higher-level medical care is available.CLS Providers complete a structured 40-hour (5-day) Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)-based training course and apply advanced trauma care techniques in tactical environments. Key responsibilities include controlling severe bleeding, maintaining airway patency, managing respiratory injuries such as tension pneumothorax, and preventing shock and hypothermia using the MARCH trauma care sequence.In addition to direct casualty care, CLS Providers support medics by documenting injuries on TCCC cards, initiating 9-Line Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) requests, and preparing wounded personnel for evacuation and transport. This position plays a critical role in improving survivability and ensuring effective battlefield medical response.

• An Army Defense Travel System (DTS) Liaison supports Soldiers and Department of Defense (DoD) civilians in managing official Temporary Duty (TDY) travel. This role involves assisting users with creating, reviewing, and correcting travel authorizations, troubleshooting system and routing issues, and ensuring compliance with travel regulations. The liaison also helps resolve Government Travel Charge Card (GTCC) discrepancies and coordinates with the Travel Management Company (TMC) to facilitate travel arrangements. The position serves as a key point of contact for resolving DTS-related problems and ensuring smooth, accurate, and timely processing of official travel.

• Responsible for managing and supporting Army training and readiness data within the Army Training Information System (ATIS), the modernized replacement for the Digital Training Management System (DTMS). This role involves maintaining accurate training records, coordinating and updating training schedules, and supporting leaders, Soldiers, and training managers in using the ATIS ecosystem to ensure readiness, compliance, and effective training management across the organization.

• Serves as a designated military service member or Department of Defense civilian authorized to procure mission-essential supplies and services using the Government Purchase Card (GPC) within established spending limits, typically up to the micro-purchase threshold. Responsible for purchasing commercially available, fixed-price goods and services in support of operational requirements while ensuring compliance with applicable DoD regulations and AFARS Appendix E. Maintains accurate transaction records, receipts, and supporting documentation to support audits and monthly account reconciliations. Works closely with the Approving Official (AO) to ensure timely review, validation, and certification of all purchases. Accountable for safeguarding government funds and preventing unauthorized or prohibited purchases.

Certified Army Combatives Trainer responsible for instructing and developing Soldiers in close-quarters combat techniques and combatives fundamentals. Completed the 80-hour Tactical Combatives Course (TCC), building on foundational combatives skills to include advanced grappling, takedowns, throws, and tactical combat applications. Qualified to teach and mentor personnel in Level 1 Basic Combatives, utilizing Army-approved instructional methods, training drills, and safety procedures. Conducts realistic training scenarios to enhance individual and unit readiness, confidence, and survivability in close-combat environments. Supports unit training objectives by planning, coordinating, and executing combatives programs while ensuring compliance with Army standards and training requirements.

Serves as a certified instructor and subject matter expert responsible for training military and civilian personnel in Army Access Control Point (ACP) operations and installation security procedures. Develops, coordinates, and delivers instruction on physical security requirements, gate guard operations, vehicle inspections, installation access control standards, and gate runner response procedures in accordance with Army regulations and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 4-022-01. Ensures personnel are properly qualified and certified to perform ACP duties while maintaining compliance with force protection, anti-terrorism, and installation security policies.Coordinates with installation Provost Marshal and Physical Security Offices to implement local standard operating procedures (SOPs), supports certification and recertification programs, and provides mentorship and performance evaluations for ACP personnel. Maintains current knowledge of Army physical security doctrine, access control technologies, barrier systems, and security engineering standards. Assists commanders and security managers in developing training plans, conducting exercises, and enhancing installation protection measures to safeguard personnel, facilities, and resources.

• Served as an Ammunition Specialist responsible for the receipt, storage, accountability, maintenance, transportation, and distribution of conventional ammunition, missiles, and explosive materials in support of military training and operational requirements. Managed ammunition supply operations by maintaining accurate inventory records, conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and overseeing the secure handling of hazardous materials. Operated tactical and material-handling equipment, including forklifts and military transport vehicles, to move and distribute ammunition while adhering to established transportation and hazard-class standards.Coordinated ammunition support for live-fire exercises and field training operations by establishing and managing ammunition supply points, issuing munitions, and maintaining strict accountability of all ammunition assets. Conducted inspections of munitions for serviceability, assisted with demilitarization and disposal procedures for unserviceable ammunition, and ensured compliance with Army safety, environmental, and security requirements. Demonstrated strong attention to detail, organizational skills, leadership, and adherence to safety protocols while supporting mission readiness and logistical operations.

• Serves as the unit-appointed Repair & Utilities (R&U) and Facility Manager, responsible for supporting facility maintenance and sustainment programs in coordination with the Directorate of Public Works (DPW). Manages the unit Self-Help Program by identifying, coordinating, and completing minor facility repairs and maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs, basic fixture maintenance, and other authorized repairs. Acts as the primary liaison with DPW for facility-related issues, work orders, and maintenance support. Maintains accountability for facility maintenance supplies and equipment, coordinates the requisition and pickup of materials from the DPW Supply Warehouse, and ensures compliance with Army facility management policies and safety standards. Conducts routine facility inspections, tracks maintenance requirements, and advises leadership on facility readiness and sustainment needs.

• Responsible for managing and maintaining the Army Enterprise Military Housing (eMH) system to support unaccompanied housing operations. Oversees barracks room assignments and terminations, tracks occupancy and utilization, maintains furnishings inventories and hand receipts, and monitors maintenance discrepancies and work orders. Generates housing reports for command and garrison leadership, ensuring accurate accountability of personnel, facilities, and government property. Coordinates with Garrison Housing and Directorate of Public Works (DPW) personnel to maintain compliance with housing policies and procedures. Requires authorized system access and completion of formal eMH training through approved unit leadership channels.

• Responsible for managing a unit's digital and physical publications program to ensure operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and access to current Army doctrine, forms, and administrative guidance. Maintains the unit's official publications account through the Army Publishing Directorate (APD), including establishing and updating accounts using DA Form 12-R. Serves as the unit Publications Control Officer (PCO), overseeing the ordering, distribution, inventory, and accountability of required publications and training materials. Utilizes systems such as APD, FEDMALL, and the Central Army Registry (C.A.R.) to obtain and maintain current publications and resources. Ensures compliance with Army publishing policies and procedures in accordance with AR 25-30 and DA PAM 25-40, while supporting inspections, training requirements, and mission readiness.

Selected and certified to perform casualty operations in support of Soldiers and their families during times of death, serious injury, illness, or missing status. As a Casualty Notification Officer (CNO), responsible for conducting official, in-person notifications to Primary Next of Kin with professionalism, dignity, and compassion. As a Casualty Assistance Officer (CAO), served as the primary liaison between surviving family members and the Army, providing guidance on survivor benefits, death gratuity payments, Department of Veterans Affairs claims, funeral and memorial arrangements, and the disposition of remains and personal effects. Ensured accurate completion of required documentation, coordinated with military and civilian agencies, and provided continuous support to families throughout the casualty assistance process. Completed specialized certification training through the Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Operations Center (CMAOC) and maintained compliance with Army casualty assistance policies and procedures.

Provided dignified military funeral honors for eligible Veterans, retirees, and active-duty service members in recognition of their service to the nation. Participated in ceremonial duties including the folding and presentation of the American flag to next of kin, rendering military honors, and assisting with the playing of “Taps.” Maintained strict military standards of appearance, discipline, and protocol while supporting funeral services with professionalism, precision, and respect. Coordinated with funeral directors, military representatives, and family members to ensure ceremonies were conducted in accordance with Department of Defense policies and military traditions. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, ceremonial expertise, and commitment to honoring the service and sacrifice of military personnel.

Supported military deployment and transportation operations by preparing, inspecting, loading, and securing vehicles, equipment, and cargo for air transport on military aircraft. Coordinated with Air Force Loadmasters and inspection personnel to ensure compliance with airworthiness, safety, and deployment requirements. Conducted vehicle and cargo preparation activities, including weight verification, center-of-gravity calculations, fuel level inspections, and equipment staging. Assisted with Joint Inspections (JI) and ensured all cargo met transportation standards prior to movement. Guided vehicles and equipment onto aircraft and applied approved chains, straps, and restraint systems to secure loads for safe air transport. Maintained strict adherence to safety procedures while supporting rapid deployment and mission readiness operations.

Supported large-scale deployment and transportation operations by inspecting, loading, and securing military vehicles and equipment onto commercial and military railcars. Conducted vehicle inspections to verify operational readiness, proper markings, and compliance with weight and clearance requirements. Executed rail loading operations by ground-guiding tactical vehicles onto railcars and ensuring safe movement within railhead environments. Applied tie-down procedures using chains, binders, blocking materials, and restraint systems to secure equipment for transport and prevent shifting during transit. Coordinated with rail operations personnel and unit movement teams to ensure compliance with safety standards, transportation regulations, and deployment timelines. Demonstrated expertise in cargo handling, equipment accountability, risk management, and mission readiness support.

• An Army Container Control Officer (CCO) is an officially designated individual at a command, installation, or activity responsible for the tracking, maintenance, and reporting of all DOD-owned and controlled ISO containers (CONEXes). They ensure compliance with deployment readiness, supply chain tracking, and international safety regulations.Key ResponsibilitiesAsset Tracking: Managing and updating container records in the Army Container Asset Management System (ACAMS).Inspection & Safety: Ensuring containers are up to Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) standards and have valid safety approval data plates before movement.Penalty Prevention: Monitoring container locations to avoid massive financial demurrage/detention penalties caused by unauthorized or delayed use of commercial containers.Reporting: Submitting regular inventory reports to the Installation Container Manager or the Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC). Make i to a job description summaryArmy Container Control Officer (CCO)Managed the accountability, tracking, maintenance, and reporting of Department of Defense (DoD) ISO containers (CONEXes) to support deployment readiness and supply chain operations. Maintained accurate asset records in the Army Container Asset Management System (ACAMS), conducted inspections to ensure compliance with Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) standards, and verified valid safety certifications prior to movement. Monitored container utilization and locations to prevent costly demurrage and detention penalties, while ensuring compliance with Army regulations and transportation requirements. Prepared and submitted inventory, status, and accountability reports to installation leadership and higher headquarters, supporting efficient logistics operations and mission readiness.

• Provide security services to protect people, property, and assets by monitoring premises, controlling access, conducting patrols, and documenting incidents. Maintain a safe and secure environment through observation, reporting, and enforcement of site policies. Must meet Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) requirements, including completion of a state-approved Level II Security Officer Training Course, successful FBI fingerprint-based background check, and registration as a Non-Commissioned (Unarmed) Security Officer. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, legally authorized to work in the United States, and possess strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

• Provide armed security services to safeguard people, property, and assets through patrols, access control, incident response, and enforcement of security procedures. Maintain a visible security presence, respond to emergencies, prepare detailed reports, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Requires successful completion of Texas DPS-approved Level 3 (Commissioned Security Officer) training, firearms qualification, MMPI psychological evaluation, criminal background screening, and sponsorship by a licensed Texas security company. Strong judgment, professionalism, communication skills, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations are essential.