Currently enrolled at Liberty University working towards Bachelors Degree in History, with the goal of completing a Masters and Doctorates in History by 2031
Reading and studying the United States Constitution
Weight Lifting
David Platt
Cibolo,Tx
Summary
30 Years of honorable military service at multiple levels of senior leadership, and 9 years as a business advisor and analysis at United States Automobile Association (USAA). Coordinated and processed data information for accuracy and compliance to meet leadership timelines on targeted priorities. Prepared briefings, correspondence, memorandums and reports to support executive leadership in building direction and guidance for implementation on future programs and projects. Defined record of effective leadership and experienced communication abilities with cross-functional agencies and personnel.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Advisor
USAA
San Antonio, TX
10.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement successful change management initiatives and client organizations for USAA Federal Services Bank in the execution of member account actions, correspondence, and the execution of Liens, Levies, Writs of Garnishment.
- Guided, directed, executed analysis research, providing insight through daily, weekly, monthly, biweekly, semi-annual, and annual program reviews. Tracked and validated over 4K account,system, and process alerts, account system, and errors that required attention to USAA Bank accounts.
- Conducted six risk assessment controls in the areas of account status changes, correspondence, and subpoena disposition for USAA FSB to analyze the identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommended appropriate mitigation strategies as it pertained to member accounts.
Senior Manager
US Air Force, Global Strike Command
Barksdale AFB, LA
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Directed and guided 200 military and civilian personnel across 10 different US locations in the areas of career development, training, and administration of required policies and procedures.
- Forecasted requirements for resources in the areas of personnel, budget, and equipment.
- Led 5 site location visits for review compliance and validation of directed guidance.
- Executed a $2M contract for annual software and maintenance of an emergency warning and notification system to alert personnel of possible criminal and weather-related activities.
- Designed and planned a $1.2M contract for the installation and upgrades to computer and phone systems.
- Integrated three new locations with 52 military and civilian personnel into data tracking model, along with directed policies, procedures, and training standards.
Operations Director
US Air Force, 438 Air Expeditionary Group
Kabul, Afghanistan
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Senior Adviser to the Afghanistan Air Force leadership; consulted and provided strategic recommendations on the utilization of equipment and personnel, including awards and decorations, evaluations, and welfare and morale of personnel.
- Direct 230 military and civilian personnel in training and equipment usage for 3,000 assigned Afghan Air Force military personnel.
- Mentored Afghan Air Force leadership on effective cross-cultural communication, personnel motivation, and team management.
- Managed a team in the development of training objectives in alignment with goal of building a self-sustained Afghan Air Force.
- Redesigned Contingency Emergency Management Plans for states of readiness and weather-related activities.
Operations Director
US Air Force, 28th Operations Group
Ellsworth AFB, SD
03.2011 - 01.2014
- Principal adviser to the Director on personnel issues, training, morale, and welfare of 300 civilian and military, and effectiveness of budget and cost initiatives.
- Prepared recommendations to the Director on performance evaluations, awards, decorations, and discipline.
- Managed 490 military personnel from 57 career fields at two different 24/7 locations in support of daily operations in Afghanistan.
- Constructed a Continuity of Operations Plan to drive alignment between all military related functions and those of local, county, and state agencies in response to emergency conditions or situations.
- Authored, coordinated, and reviewed over 150 personnel evaluations, awards, and decorations.
- Planned and coordinated the 70th Anniversary and Rapid City, South Dakota Military Ball celebrating the unit accomplishments and relationships with the local community and civic leaders.
Senior Manager
US Air Force, Material Command
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
12.2008 - 03.2011
- Directed and guided 100 civilian and military personnel across eight different locations on guidance and training.
- Key advisor to senior leadership on personnel development, career field education, and equipment requirements.
- Project lead for budget and design for a $500K modernization of a new operations control center for the United States Air Force’s newest command.
- Program manager for development of new guidelines, policies, and procedures for the new command.
- Planned and executed a $15K budget plan for 4 site location visits to review compliance and validate guidance.
- Developed new data analysis and tracking models to follow and report monthly manning requirements.
- Supervised and executed a unit closure plane two years ahead of schedule and relocated personnel and equipment for use at other locations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Information Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL04.2001
Master of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Univeristy of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX08.1986
Skills
- Program Management
- Efficiency Improvements
- Business Administration
- Strategic Planning
- Developing Policies and Procedures
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Business analysis
- Solution implementation
- Data analytics
Certification
Executive Certificate in Business Administration, University oi Notre Dame December 2018
Executive Certificate in Leadership, University of Notre Dame July 2017
Professional Certificate in Management, University of Notre Dame December 2016
Interests
Timeline
Business Advisor
USAA
10.2016 - Current
Senior Manager
US Air Force, Global Strike Command
02.2015 - 08.2016
Operations Director
US Air Force, 438 Air Expeditionary Group
01.2014 - 01.2015
Operations Director
US Air Force, 28th Operations Group
03.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Manager
US Air Force, Material Command
12.2008 - 03.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Information Management
Community College of The Air Force
Master of Science - Business Administration
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
Univeristy of Texas At San Antonio
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Senior Air Force Enterprise Management Seminar, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA (2011)
- Air Force Smart Operations 21 Senior Leader Course, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH (2010)
- Senior Leadership and Management Course, Maxwell-Gunter AFB, AL (2008)
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute: Leadership & Influence and Emergency Program Manager (2006)
- Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course, Maxwell AFB, AL (2003)
2022 Alamo Bowl Volunteer of the Year
Volunteer with the Valero Alamo Bowl from 2017 to present. Volunteered at the Annual Kickoff Luncheon, Security Services Golf Tournament, Member of the Alamo Bowl Scholarship Review Committee, Alamo Bowl River parade, and the Alamo Bowl Luncheon
Volunteer for the Men's Final Four Tournament for 2018 and 2025, and the 2021 Women's Final Four Basketball Tournaments. Assigned as operations support to greet and guide fans into the NCAA's Fan-Festival area.