David Lombardo
Baton Rouge,US
Summary
Retiring Army officer (Lieutenant Colonel, O-5) with 24 years of expertise in organizational development and process optimization. Successfully led transformation initiatives with budgets exceeding $10M, achieving a 12% improvement in workflows and a 20% increase in leadership placement rates. Proficient in driving operational efficiency, mentoring teams, and utilizing data analytics for strategic decision-making. Holds TS/SCI clearance valid through 03/2026, with a strong background in general and operations management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor, ORGANIZATIONAL Leadership & Strategy DEVELOPMENT
United States Army University
Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
05.2019 - 05.2025
- Integrated analytics in instructional design and test preparation, enhancing comprehension with 340 hours of annual content delivery.
- Evaluated adult learning performance using learning outcomes and KPIs, mentoring 16-32 professionals annually.
- Conducted classroom instruction for organizational development, intelligence collection and analytics and operational and strategic planning to 615 students during tenure with Army University’s Command and General Staff College.
- Optimized strategic initiatives planning lessons by integrating instructional technology, defense data analysis, industry research, and practical case studies, seeking continuous improvement and enhancing student comprehension and measurable performance outcomes to improve corporate learning and leadership development.
- Developed and executed professional development programs for mid-career leaders, increasing leadership placement rates by 20% through targeted coaching and performance consulting.
Project Management and Process Improvement SKILLBRIDGE
Ochsner Health System
New Orleans, Remote
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Supported four Project Managers and Change Managers during three projects by defining problems and enhancing healthcare throughput and performance across 82+ facilities.
- Utilized Lean Six Sigma framework, project management tools, and information technology (familiarization with SaaS, EPIC, Tableau, PowerBI) to implement lasting changes that improved stakeholder engagement and customer relationships.
Executive Director, Administration & Logistics
United States Army
Hattiesburg, MS
05.2016 - 05.2019
- Directed business operations for 851 personnel and a cross-functional executive team of 32, providing leadership and implementing corporate strategies and engagement initiatives to drive strategic alignment, accountability, and operational efficiency.
- Managed $8M project to support 300 geographically dispersed personnel, optimizing logistics processes and mitigation strategies to provide foresight, control and timely project completion.
- Enhanced workflow by data-driven assessments, consulting, and quality adherence; process redesign of business processes achieved perfect corporate compliance scores two years in a row.
- Made system enhancements by integrating AI tools and emerging technologies for data analytics and presentations, reducing decision-making time and resources by 12%.
Director of Operations & Talent Development
United States Army
Fort Riley, KS
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Managed multiple projects and daily business operations for 615+ personnel, optimizing a $10M budget for talent development programs and right-sizing by way of needs analysis and program evaluation.
- Performed operational leadership, program management and coordination functions to plan and lead execution of 19 large scale operations encompassing five subordinate companies and multinational personnel.
- Implemented quality assurance to ensure 95% operational readiness of a fleet of 184 vehicles through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Orchestrated operating model restructuring with the divestiture of $7 million in excess equipment, aligning resource allocation with evolving mission needs while incorporating new assets to enhance operational capabilities.
Education
35hrs instruction, lean six sigma green belt (LSSGB) - International Association for Six Sigma Certification
PM-ProLearn Solutions
05.2025
35hrs Instruction, Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute
PM-ProLearn Solutions
07.2024
Graduate - Organizational Leadership,perations PLANNING & MANAGEMENT
United States Army University Command And General Staff College
05-2014
Master of Arts - Management (Business & Human Resources)
Webster University
05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Georgia (North Georgia College & State University)
05-2001
Skills
- Budget management
- Data visualization
- Resource management
- Process optimization
- Executive communication
- Workforce planning
- Talent management
- Adult education
- Business administration
- Process improvement and change leadership
- Strategy planning
- OKR development
- Policy development
- Transformational leadership
- Multi-functional team management
- Project management
- Training development
- Stakeholder management
- Blackboard LMS
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Assistant Professor Certification, Army University, 2023
- Instructor Certification, United States Army, 2021
Affiliations
- Lead & Senior Mentor, Operations Officer Lessons Learned Course, "The First 60 Days"
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Project Management and Process Improvement SKILLBRIDGE
Ochsner Health System
01.2025 - 02.2025
Instructor, ORGANIZATIONAL Leadership & Strategy DEVELOPMENT
United States Army University
05.2019 - 05.2025
Executive Director, Administration & Logistics
United States Army
05.2016 - 05.2019
Director of Operations & Talent Development
United States Army
06.2013 - 05.2016
35hrs instruction, lean six sigma green belt (LSSGB) - International Association for Six Sigma Certification
PM-ProLearn Solutions
35hrs Instruction, Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute
PM-ProLearn Solutions
Graduate - Organizational Leadership,perations PLANNING & MANAGEMENT
United States Army University Command And General Staff College
Master of Arts - Management (Business & Human Resources)
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of North Georgia (North Georgia College & State University)
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