Catherine Hanft
Brightwaters,NY
Summary
Expertise includes leading operations, managing reporting and enhancing systems to maintain responsiveness in dynamic situations. Successful at gathering, reviewing and presenting information to align operations with current situations. Excellent judgment with critical eye for detail and understanding of strategy.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Commandant of Cadets/Dean of Leadership
SUNY Maritime College
Bronx, NY
04.2012 - 08.2022
- Directed daily operations, leadership development, morale and discipline for cadets/students assigned to Regiment of Cadets. Cadets pursuing US Coast Guard Licensure as merchant mariners are required to be in Regiment of Cadets
- Assigned to President's Cabinet, developed policy and strategic planning initiatives being implemented presently.
- Oversaw scheduling, planning and execution of major, special events throughout year.
Naval Officer
United States Navy
08.1985 - 05.2012
- Entrusted to a multitude of assignments with continually-increasing levels of responsibility over the course of 27 years.
- Assigned to only the most challenging positions; no assignment too tough
- Commanded three major commands, taught Leadership and Ethics at the US Naval Academy and was recognized with numerous personal awards and decorations for outstanding performance.
Education
Master of Science - Systems Management
Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology & Oceanography
SUNY Maritime College
Bronx, NY08.1985
Skills
DoD Experience
- Leadership
- Project Planning/Management
- Senior Leadership
- Logistics
- Crisis Management
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Commandant of Cadets/Dean of Leadership
SUNY Maritime College
04.2012 - 08.2022
Naval Officer
United States Navy
08.1985 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Systems Management
Naval Postgraduate School
Bachelor of Science - Meteorology & Oceanography
SUNY Maritime College
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