Chad A. Carrizales
Little Rock Air Force Base
Jacksonville,Arkansas
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Dynamic, results-driven executive leader with over 26 years of distinguished leadership in U.S. Air Force Special Operations and Air Mobility operations. Proven success directing global aviation logistics, enterprise operations, workforce development, and strategic planning across complex, high-risk organizations. Extensive experience transforming executive objectives into actionable operational strategies while leading organizations of more than 600 military and civilian personnel. Recognized for managing multi-million-dollar budgets, optimizing global logistics networks, mitigating operational risk, and advising senior executive leaders on organizational readiness, talent management, and crisis response. Expert in executive decision-making, operational excellence, process improvement, and cross-functional leadership supporting worldwide contingency, humanitarian, and combat operations.
Work History
Senior Director of Operations & Global Logistics
- Directed daily operations, organizational readiness, and strategic execution for organizations consisting of more than 600 military and civilian personnel, ensuring mission readiness across global operations.
- Served as principal enlisted advisor to senior executive leadership on workforce management, operational readiness, strategic planning, and organizational performance.
- Developed and implemented enterprise-wide operational strategies supporting worldwide mobility, contingency, humanitarian, and combat operations.
- Led cross-functional teams responsible for operational planning, personnel management, training, safety, and mission execution.
- Oversaw organizational transformation initiatives that improved operational efficiency, eliminated process bottlenecks, and enhanced overall mission effectiveness.
- Executive Operations Leadership
Global Logistics & Aviation Operations
- Directed worldwide logistics, cargo movement, aircraft load planning, and strategic airlift operations supporting global Department of Defense requirements.
- Managed end-to-end transportation planning for personnel, equipment, vehicles, hazardous materials, and high-value defense assets utilizing advanced military aircraft valued at more than $77 million each.
- Executed comprehensive cargo planning utilizing advanced weight and balance calculations while ensuring safe aircraft performance and mission success.
- Directed logistics operations supporting worldwide deployments, humanitarian assistance, disaster response, and contingency operations.
- Coordinated with joint, coalition, and international agencies to execute complex transportation missions under compressed timelines and rapidly changing operational environments.
Financial & Resource Management
- Managed annual operational and equipment budgets exceeding $1.2 million, ensuring fiscal accountability, resource optimization, and mission readiness.
- Directed execution of operational funding exceeding $1.2 million annually, balancing competing priorities while maximizing organizational performance.
- Oversaw allocation of personnel, equipment, facilities, and aviation resources supporting global mission requirements.
Operational Excellence
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide process modernization initiatives that increased organizational efficiency through workflow redesign and operational improvements.
- Improved logistics planning, aircraft utilization, and resource coordination through data-driven performance management.
- Developed standardized operating procedures that strengthened safety, compliance, and operational consistency across multiple organizations.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, readiness, and mission execution.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensured 100% compliance with Department of Defense, FAA, international customs, and hazardous materials regulations.
- Directed enterprise risk management initiatives focused on operational safety, mission assurance, and regulatory compliance.
- Managed cargo risk assessments involving classified equipment, hazardous cargo, sensitive technology, and high-value military assets.
- Maintained exceptional safety performance while executing thousands of worldwide flight operations.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Led, mentored, and developed more than 600 military and civilian personnel throughout multiple leadership assignments.
- Built high-performing organizations through leadership development, succession planning, coaching, and professional mentoring.
- Fostered organizational cultures centered on accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Skills
Executive Leadership
Strategic Planning & Execution
Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Aviation Operations Management
Organizational Development
Enterprise Risk Management
Program & Operations Management
Budget Development & Fiscal Stewardship
Process Improvement & Lean Operations
Executive Advisory Services
Change Management
Human Capital Development
Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Operational Readiness
Regulatory Compliance
Crisis & Contingency Operations
International Logistics
Cargo Distribution & Transportation
Resource Allocation
Performance Management
Certification
- FAA Private Pilot
- Emotional Intelligence EQ2.0 Coaching Certification
- John C. Maxwell Coaching Certification
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
- Chief Leadership Course
- Joint Special Operations Forces Senior Enlisted Academy
- USMC Staff Noncommissioned Officer Advanced Course
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (SEJPME)
- Noncommissioned Officer Academy
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
- Chief Master Sergeant (E-9)
- Special Operations Loadmaster (AFSC 1A2X1)
- Flew worldwide combat, contingency, humanitarian, and special operations missions supporting U.S. and allied forces.
- Directed aircraft loading operations involving passengers, rolling stock, oversized cargo, hazardous materials, and classified equipment.
- Performed advanced aircraft weight and balance calculations ensuring mission safety and aircraft performance.
- Executed airdrop operations, assault landings, night vision operations, and low-level tactical flight missions.
- Served as primary advisor to aircraft commanders regarding cargo distribution, operational risk, and emergency procedures.
- Maintained expert qualifications in emergency management, cargo systems, aircraft inspections, and aircrew mission execution.
Timeline
Excelsior University
Master of Science from Organizational Leadership
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Leadership & Talent Development
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
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Operational Excellence
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Financial & Resource Management
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Global Logistics & Aviation Operations
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Senior Director of Operations & Global Logistics
Little Rock Air Force Base
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Excelsior College
Bachelor of Science from Liberal Arts
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