Christopher Holston
Sierra Vista,Arizona
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief, Strategic Plans & Change Management
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
09.2023 - Current
- Draft and oversee five-year strategic plan implementation
- Anticipate future requirements
- Improve organizational alignment and performance
- Foster positive interactions and create a collaborative environment
J3/5/7 (Chief of Operations)
DoD HUMINT Training - Joint Center of Excellence
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive programs to improve productivity and cost efficiencies
- Principal coordinator ensuring consistent communications with partners and stakeholders
- Led and supervised staff sections in the development of $50 million budget
- Managed procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost
Senior HUMINT Advisor
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
10.2014 - 02.2021
- Directed, planned, managed, and integrated Training, Operations, Planning, and Programming
- Provided Subject Matter Expertise and Leadership on Defense HUMINT Enterprise major initiatives
- Evaluated performance, identified career development and training needs for subordinates
- Analyzed, advised on, and recommended solutions to manpower and policy issues
- Managed Strategic Acquisition efforts
Chief, Interrogation Directorate
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Provided oversight, guidance, and program direction to more than 70 employees
- Conducted detailed mission analysis to forecast resource requirements; monitored budget execution
- Liaised with external agencies, organizations, and Intelligence Community stakeholders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Excelsior College
Albany, NYGraduate Certificate - US Army Career Civilian Professional
Army Management Staff College
Ft. Leavenworth, KSSkills
- Leadership
- Organization and time management
- Task prioritization and attention to detail
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Planning
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Chief, Strategic Plans & Change Management
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
09.2023 - Current
J3/5/7 (Chief of Operations)
DoD HUMINT Training - Joint Center of Excellence
03.2021 - 08.2023
Senior HUMINT Advisor
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
10.2014 - 02.2021
Chief, Interrogation Directorate
DoD HUMINT Training Joint Center of Excellence
04.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Excelsior College
Graduate Certificate - US Army Career Civilian Professional
Army Management Staff College
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