Edward Kawamura
Chief of Operations
Fort Leavenworth,KS
Summary
Highly-skilled Chief Operations Officer with extensive experience overseeing operations and employees. Dedicated to promoting the company culture and enhancing brand awareness to increase client bases and profitability.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Operations
Combined Arms Center
07.2021 - Current
- Built strategic relationships with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
- Streamlined company processes and procedures while enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
- Supported business growth through strategic planning and process development.
Chief of Operations
Maneuver Support Center Of Excellence
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Advised and guided Army service members at all ranks, resulting in a 20% increase in promotion rates and career progression opportunities within the organization
- Collaborated with the Deputy Commanding General - Army National Guard to implement targeted training programs, leading to a 15% improvement in unit readiness levels, better preparing troops for wartime environments
- Provided strategic advice to the Combined Arms Center Commanding General, resulting in to enhance overall operational effectiveness of the National Guard and total army force structure by 25%.
- Built strategic relationships with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
- Streamlined company processes and procedures while enhancing customer satisfaction.
Senior Advisor
United States Amy Military Police School
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Collaborated in development of United States Army Military Police procedures
- Attended departmental meetings, providing feedback to enhance future performance of United States Army Military Police
- Awarded the Order of the Marchaussee, United States Army Military Police Regimental award for excellence
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Developed thorough understanding of each client's needs and financial situation by asking questions and conducting research.
- Mentored and trained highly talented staff, which prepared team members for providing exemplary service to clients.
Lead Security Officer/Program Manager
Pentagon
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras while traveling at home and abroad
- Protected high ranking general officers in and around the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia
- Conducted numerous overseas travels for general officer visit to combat zones an identified hazardous duty location around the world.
Education
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and Homeland Security
Purdue University
Skills
- Corporate Administration
- Operational Standards
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Results Orientation
- Corporate Communications
- Innovative and Visionary
- Improve Policies
- Strategic Planning
- Field Operations
- Critical Thinking
- Manage Programs
Certification
- Certificate OPSEC II Program Manager, US Army- 2017 - 2021
Timeline
Chief of Operations
Combined Arms Center
07.2021 - Current
Chief of Operations
Maneuver Support Center Of Excellence
09.2018 - 07.2021
Senior Advisor
United States Amy Military Police School
09.2016 - 06.2018
Lead Security Officer/Program Manager
Pentagon
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Certificate OPSEC II Program Manager, US Army- 2017 - 2021
Master of Arts - Strategic Communication
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and Homeland Security
Purdue University
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