Daniel J. De Leon
San Antonio,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive leadership and training experience. Skilled in strategic planning, team coordination, and problem-solving. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and decision-making in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve operational objectives and mission success
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TDEM Academy Cadet
Texas Division Of Emergency Management
08.2024 - Current
- Participated in frequent training and exercises to learn emergency management skills and tactical leadership abilities.
- trained in operational planning, resource allocation, and coordination for high-stress scenarios.
- Developed expertise in supply and resource management during emergency response situations.
- Collaborated with fellow students, working on group projects and assignments.
- Built trusted professional relationships with teachers using strong listening and engagement skills.
- Met academic expectations by displaying values of teamwork and unity in a collaborative learning environment.
Event Manager
Garcia Event Centers
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute events from concept to completion, with expertise in coordinating logistics, schedules, and vendors.
- Skilled in overseeing multiple projects, ensuring deadlines are met, maintaining clear communication with clients, teams, and vendors, and providing tailored solutions while handling unexpected challenges with a solution-oriented approach.
- Ensuring every aspect of the event runs smoothly by focusing on logistics, requirements, and the careful management of decor, layout, and technical setups.
- Strong leadership skills in managing and motivating teams during event execution, with experience in delegating tasks and ensuring team efficiency.
- Experienced in working closely with clients to deliver their vision and ensure client satisfaction through proactive service.
Customer Relations Coordinator
South Texas Blood & Tissue
05.2014 - 08.2024
- Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals.
- Coordinate with all ground/air agencies that participate in the whole blood rotation program across our trauma service area and ensure blood is available to respond to emergency events.
- Provide constant communication and customer service about donor concerns, inventory shortages, and other issues with key stakeholders, including direct support, export customers, or donors.
- Oversee a team of personnel to ensure orders are prioritized, filled, and delivered in a timely manner. I oversaw a large-scale operation of mass transfusion during the Sutherland Springs tragedy.
- Assisted with operations during Hurricane Harvey and Brothers in Arms pre-hospital transfusion program.
- Trained existing personnel on new or enhanced applications, products, and job functions. Maintained accurate records of all training activities, including attendance, evaluations, and assessments.
Electrical Mechanical Assembly /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Coastal Life Technologies
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Read schematics and technical orders to determine the method and sequence of assembly.
- Collaborated with engineers on design options to identify and resolve unit issues.
- Promoted to lead within 3 months of the new position.
- Led a group of six in a smooth transition from prototype to full-scale production.
- Exceeded productivity goals by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on deadlines while maintaining strict attention to detail during inspections.
- Acted as a liaison between departments to facilitate clear communication regarding product specifications and any necessary adjustments required due to non-conformance findings during inspections.
- Assisted management in developing and maintaining a robust quality management system that consistently met or exceeded industry standards.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspection activities, providing timely reporting to management on key performance indicators related to quality assurance efforts.
Inventory Control / Shipping & Receiving
Coastal Life Systems
06.2010 - 05.2012
- determines the method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
- led a team of employees during the annual and semi-annual physical count of inventory.
- Accurate and timely entry of complex orders, along with coordination with other departments as necessary to fulfill special requirements,
- negotiated rates between two large shipping carriers, ensuring that profit margins set by the company were achieved and exceeded.
- Improved inventory accuracy by implementing a robust cycle counting program and refining warehouse organization strategies.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to identify discrepancies, taking corrective action when necessary to maintain accurate records.
- Optimized warehouse layout for efficient storage and retrieval of items, reducing time spent on locating products during order fulfillment processes.
Education
Completion of Six Sigma Yellow Belt -
STBTC
01.2021
Completion of Aspiring Leadership Institute -
STBTC
01.2016
No Degree - Communications
Basic TCIC / NCIC Terminal Operator Certification
Schertz, TX01.2005
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School
San Antonio, Texas06.2003
Skills
- Leadership
- Information Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Logistics coordination
- Supply chain management
- Quality control
- Project management
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Operational planning
Certification
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Professional Development Series (PDS)
- Level 1, Professional Continuity Practitioner
- FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)
- National Emergency Management Basic Academy (NEMBA)
Timeline
TDEM Academy Cadet
Texas Division Of Emergency Management
08.2024 - Current
Event Manager
Garcia Event Centers
07.2023 - 08.2024
Customer Relations Coordinator
South Texas Blood & Tissue
05.2014 - 08.2024
Electrical Mechanical Assembly /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Coastal Life Technologies
05.2012 - 05.2014
Inventory Control / Shipping & Receiving
Coastal Life Systems
06.2010 - 05.2012
Completion of Aspiring Leadership Institute -
STBTC
Completion of Six Sigma Yellow Belt -
STBTC
No Degree - Communications
Basic TCIC / NCIC Terminal Operator Certification
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School
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