CHRISTOPHER LOPEZ
Chicago,IL
Summary
Creative and outgoing professional with 10 years of leadership experience. Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for managing diverse challenges. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional strategic thinking coupled with a proven history of inspiring and leading teams. Confident to work independently or in collaboration to develop innovative ideas.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Squad Leader
National Guard Army
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Trained, mentored, and managed team of 8-10 soldiers for operational readiness
- Developed standard operating procedures for tactics and weapon systems in active zones
- Directed rapid response team in East Africa
- Coordinated field communications while assessing needs for supporting adjoining units
- Designed team building exercises to enhance communication skills and cultural awareness amongst the Japanese Self Defense Force.
- Developed tailored training programs to address individual skill gaps, resulting in improved performance across the entire squad.
Section Leader Sergeant
United States Army
03.2013 - 10.2018
- Oversaw the inventory and organization of over $2 million dollars of equipment with zero loss
- Trained over 1000 cadets in rifle marksmanship while in compliance with safety regulations
- Collaborated joint training exercises designed to enhance relationships amongst the Indonesian Special Forces and Japanese Self Defense Force
- Arranging the training and education of 18-20 soldiers and planned assigned missions
- Compiled legal documents and personnel records to evaluate compliance regulations of staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Relations And Advertising
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations and Advertising
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06.2023
Skills
- Research Skills
- Social Media/Technology
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Time Management
- Risk Assessment
- Verbal and written communication
- Task Prioritization
- Press Release Writing
- Crisis Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
Accomplishments
- Graduated in top 10% of Basic Leaders Course
- 2 Army Commendation Medals
- 2 Good Conduct Medals
- 4 Army Achievement Medals
Art and Drawing
I enjoy creating graphite, charcoal, and ink drawings. learning art has taught me to trust in the process, not everything is going to be a "masterpiece" right off the bat, you have to put in the time and effort to be successful.
Timeline
Squad Leader
National Guard Army
11.2018 - 10.2022
Section Leader Sergeant
United States Army
03.2013 - 10.2018
Master of Arts - Public Relations And Advertising
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations and Advertising
DePaul University
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