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Cevin Platt

Fort Riley,KS

Summary

Accomplished U.S. Army Non-Commissioned Officer with more than twelve years of leadership experience in operations, training, and organizational management. Proven history of coordinating complex missions, overseeing multi-million-dollar equipment portfolios, and leading diverse teams in high-pressure environments. Skilled in translating strategic objectives into executable plans, improving unit readiness, and strengthening Soldier resilience. Recognized for excellence through multiple leadership selections, including Battalion NCO of the Month, Battle NCO for Operational Conditions, and Battalion Operations NCOIC.


Highly proficient in resource management, personnel development, and cross-functional coordination, with extensive experience in instructional and advisory roles. Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration (Magna Cum Laude, 3.8 GPA) and currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a 4.0 GPA, having completed 15 of 36 credits with an expected graduation of December 2026. Actively expanding professional capabilities by pursuing Lean Six Sigma certification.


Driven, disciplined, and mission-focused, with strong organizational and analytical abilities. I am actively seeking opportunities to contribute to organizations working to combat human trafficking, child sex trafficking, and related forms of exploitation. My long-term mission is to leverage my project management expertise and business acumen to build and fund my own network of NGOs dedicated to protecting vulnerable populations and disrupting trafficking networks globally.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Battalion Operations NCO

United States Army
02.2024 - Current
  • Accounted for $17M in property over 9 months consisting of vehicles, weapons, and equipment.
  • Managed $1M in travel funds, ensuring compliance and resource optimization.
  • Streamlined Brigade taskings for efficiency and accountability.
  • Spearheaded the development of standard operating procedures for various aspects of the unit's daily activities.
  • Volunteered as Soldier Family Readiness Group Leader, organizing events and fostering camaraderie.

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Army
09.2021 - 01.2024
  • Led mechanized infantry squads on two 9-month European deployments, ensuring readiness and safety.
  • Managed $2.5M in equipment with zero losses during high-intensity missions.
  • Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.

Infantry Drill Sergeant

United States Army
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Trained and graduated over 1,750 recruits with a 95% success rate.
  • Stepped into Senior Drill Sergeant roles to maintain training quality.
  • Executed cyclic operations for two continuous years with minimal downtime.
  • Mentored 50 ROTC students, achieving 100% marksmanship qualification.

Infantry Team Leader

United States Army
11.2015 - 08.2019
  • Executed fire team operations during situational training exercises and infantry-dismounted battle drills, ensuring mission readiness and tactical proficiency.
  • Led and prepared a fire team for a 9-month deployment to Estonia, successfully completing NATO missions and maintaining operational excellence.
  • Handpicked to fill Squad Leader duties as a Corporal, demonstrating leadership and reliability among peers.
  • Maintained accountability for 8 Soldiers and $500K in equipment, achieving zero losses and ensuring readiness in high-pressure environments.

Radio Telephone Operator

United States Army
02.2013 - 10.2015
  • Ensured continuity in communication services during operations by maintaining and employing military-grade equipment.
  • Coordinated and transmitted 9-line MEDEVAC requests during combat operations, ensuring wounded peers' timely evacuation and medical treatment under high-stress conditions.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information with strict compliance with security protocols while handling classified communications.
  • Selected to provide continuous support and security for his Infantry Platoon Leader during dismounted operations while deployed forward to Wardak, Afghanistan.

Education

MBA - Government Contracting And Acquisition

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
12-2026

BBA - DoD Project Management

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
04.2025

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management: Directed squads and mentored over 1,750 recruits, achieving a 95% graduation rate
  • Strategic Planning: Coordinated weekly taskings and mission-critical travel compliance for $1M budgets
  • Budget Oversight: Audited and authorized $1M in travel funds, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal resource allocation
  • Risk & Asset Management: Maintained accountability for $25M in equipment, ensuring zero loss
  • Adaptability: Seamlessly stepped into senior roles and adjusted operations to meet changing demands
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Organized community-building events and collaborated across diverse teams

Timeline

Battalion Operations NCO

United States Army
02.2024 - Current

Infantry Squad Leader

United States Army
09.2021 - 01.2024

Infantry Drill Sergeant

United States Army
07.2019 - 08.2021

Infantry Team Leader

United States Army
11.2015 - 08.2019

Radio Telephone Operator

United States Army
02.2013 - 10.2015

MBA - Government Contracting And Acquisition

American Military University

BBA - DoD Project Management

American Military University
Cevin Platt
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