Cody Hightower
Raeford,NC
Summary
16 Years of military leadership experience as well as experience as an instructor, protocol specialist and equal opportunity professional. Proficient in social media concepts, trends and digital marketing. Experience with small business development, growth and operation. Knowledgeable social media manager with five years of experience executing social media strategies across all social platforms.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equal Opportunity Advisor
XVIII Airborne Corps
Fort Bragg, NC
04.2022 - Current
- Oversees Equal Opportunity program for XVIII Airborne Corps, which is home to more than 90,000 service members across country
- Trains Equal Opportunity leaders monthly in 40 hour certified Army training course
- Routinely gives Commanders in briefs and out briefs on their Equal Opportunity programs and evaluations
- Examined complaints made by workers, conducted interviews and mediated disputes
Deputy Chief of Protocol
82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented high level military and civilian visits both stateside and overseas
- Served as lead planner for several large events to include All American Week and Operation Market Garden
- Oversaw execution of social events and formal military ceremonies for up to 1000 guests/participants
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Responsible for welfare, training, and operations of 40-man airborne infantry platoon
- Oversaw maintenance and accountability of all weapons, vehicles, and equipment organic to unit worth in excess of $2M
Former Owner and Co Founder
WETSU LLC
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Teamed to create veteran owned and operated company WETSU LLC, with $250k sales in its first year and current valuation of $1M
- Created and maintained all social media platforms, to include Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, with combined audience of 300K members
- Assisted with daily operations in marketing, sales, employee management and public relations
Recruiter
United States Army
Ventura, CA
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Identified, processed, and enlisted 38 qualified applicants into the United States Army during assignment
- Conducted daily interaction with applicants and their families to determine their eligibility and preparedness for military service
- Served as liaison between the Army and local community through school presentations, local event participation, and promoting cooperation with local businesses and community leaders
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
Joint Base Elemendorf-Richardson, AK
11.2011 - 05.2016
- Led nine man Squad capable of Airborne operations, direct action, counter-insurgency, and humanitarian relief worldwide within 72 hours
- Deployed to Iraq for 12 months and executed over 200 combat operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom
- Experience in personnel management, logistical planning, risk assessment and mitigation, and accountability
- Coached and mentored subordinates for both professional development and success after the Army
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Army
Fairbanks, AK
08.2006 - 10.2011
- Led, trained, and saw to the wellbeing of 4 Soldiers
- Planned and executed daily physical fitness and training programs for team
- Coordinated work groups, encouraged teamwork, and conflict resolution
Education
Master of Science - Marketing
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT06.2019
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT03.2019
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School, LaFayette, GA, US
LaFayette, GA05.2003
Skills
- Training expertise
- Team management
- MS Office
- Organizational improvement
- Working under pressure
- Recruiting and persuasion
- Social Media Marketing
- Social Media Strategy
- Social Media Campaign
- Online Marketing
- Social Media Platforms
- Photoshop
Websites
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Purple Heart medal for injuries received in combat
- Awarded the Order of Saint Maurice. It is given to Soldiers and Civilians who have served the infantry community with distinction, made a significant contribution in support of the infantry, and represent the highest standards of integrity, moral character, professional competence, and dedication to duty
- Completed all requirements to become an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude for Bachelors Degree
Certification
- Graduate from the DEOMI Equal Opportunity Advisor Course
- Graduate of the HQDA Protocol Training Program
- Google Analytics for Beginners
- Advanced Google Analytics
- Introduction to Data Studio
- Google Analytics for Power Users
- Getting Started with Google Analytics 360
- Google Tag Manager Fundamentals
- Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Social Media, and E-Commerce - Wharton's School of Business
- Marketing Analytics: Data Tools and Techniques - Wharton's School of Business
Timeline
Equal Opportunity Advisor
XVIII Airborne Corps
04.2022 - Current
Deputy Chief of Protocol
82nd Airborne Division
03.2021 - 04.2022
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
82nd Airborne Division
11.2019 - 03.2021
Former Owner and Co Founder
WETSU LLC
01.2017 - 05.2020
Recruiter
United States Army
06.2016 - 10.2019
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Army
11.2011 - 05.2016
Infantry Fire Team Leader
United States Army
08.2006 - 10.2011
Master of Science - Marketing
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Post University
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Post University
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School, LaFayette, GA, US
- Graduate from the DEOMI Equal Opportunity Advisor Course
- Graduate of the HQDA Protocol Training Program
- Google Analytics for Beginners
- Advanced Google Analytics
- Introduction to Data Studio
- Google Analytics for Power Users
- Getting Started with Google Analytics 360
- Google Tag Manager Fundamentals
- Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Social Media, and E-Commerce - Wharton's School of Business
- Marketing Analytics: Data Tools and Techniques - Wharton's School of Business
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