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Emmet Gariepy

Leawood,KS

Summary

Program and operations leader with 20 years of experience in managing cross-functional teams and launching critical communications systems. Expertise in driving regulatory compliance and leading product readiness initiatives across telecommunications, defense, and consumer engagement sectors. Proficient in translating complex regulations into actionable plans and managing supplier relationships for seamless product delivery. Recognized for data-driven decision-making, risk mitigation, and achieving measurable outcomes aligned with strategic goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Portfolio Manager- Tech & Operations

U.S. Army Force Modernization Proponent Center
Fort Leavenworth, KS
06.2021 - 09.2024
  • Orchestrated a strategic program involving 10 senior civilians and military officers to formulate 2–5-year modernization plans.
  • Directed an $80M technology transformation initiative, leveraging demonstrations to drive operational efficiency and customer insights, while maintaining product compliance.
  • Spearheaded a $620M modernization effort, achieving streamlined operations and gaining the Secretary of the Army's approval for new organizations.
  • Designed provisional organizational framework across eight training Centers of Excellence for continuous capability development over five years.
  • Produced first executive concept paper identifying and recommending solutions for U.S. Army performance objectives.
  • Effectively influenced senior government leaders to improve product development processes and expedite acquisition timelines.
  • Oversaw HR distribution for a workforce of 300, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic personnel management.

Chief, Information Operations Consultant & Executive Trainer

Dept of Defense (DoD)- Joint Staff J7 Joint Training & Exercises
Suffolk, VA
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Coordinated regulatory compliance and launch readiness for over 18 multinational defense systems across strategic regions.
  • Managed end-to-end product readiness for U.S. Department of Defense initiatives, ensuring timely execution of compliance steps.
  • Delivered executive-level briefings and readiness campaigns to drive alignment across legal, supply chain, and communications teams.
  • Revamped training programs for over 300 senior executives at National Defense University to optimize compliance processes.
  • Enhanced cross-agency public relations and reporting systems, improving performance tracking across 26 coalition partners.

Marketing and Partnerships Fellow

Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City, MO
06.2017 - 06.2018

Spearheaded compliance-driven marketing initiatives that resulted in two highly engaged social media campaigns in 2017.
Managed logistics for timely delivery of over 76,000 campaign materials for health initiative within a tight timeframe.
Facilitated region-wide awareness launch by coordinating efforts between more than 100 cross-functional team members and external partners.
Oversaw stakeholder readiness for key product activations during NFL Draft involving significant partnerships with Garmin and Nike.
Established multi-channel partnerships with nonprofits to ensure adherence to philanthropic standards and smooth onboarding processes.
Directed comprehensive veteran service campaign execution aligned with regulatory guidelines affecting 677,900 veterans nationwide.
Enhanced operational efficiency through meticulous coordination of legal and logistical teams during major events.
Drove substantial economic benefits valued at $11.4B for military installations through targeted outreach initiatives.

Senior Program Manager Strategic Communications

U.S. Army Europe
Wiesbaden, Germany
12.2014 - 06.2017

Directed cross-functional communications for largest European operational launch in two decades, coordinating messaging for 25,000 participants and multiple agencies.
Applied data-driven analysis to enhance campaign performance, delivering insights to senior leaders at the Department of Defense and the Department of State.
Managed go-to-market readiness campaigns with 52 international stakeholders, executing integrated strategies aligning with global partnerships and security priorities.
Delivered weekly reports to senior officials, tracking European market trends using social performance data to optimize stakeholder engagement.

Telecommunications Operations Manager

U.S. Army
Fort Lewis, WA
05.2004 - 12.2014
  • Managed wireless telecommunications operations across seven locations, supporting over 5,000 end users during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  • Directed a 150-member wireless communications team, achieving 96-hour global deployment readiness.
  • Led $10M systems modernization initiative, enhancing network capacity by 200% with advanced technologies.
  • Oversaw vendor contracts and service-level agreements exceeding $500K annually, ensuring compliance with technical requirements.

Education

Master of Science (M.S) - International Administration

Central Michigan University
01.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Political Science

Central Michigan University
01.2004

Skills

Product Launch Readiness Management

Regulatory & Legal Compliance

Cross-Functional Project Management

Process Development & Optimization

Stakeholder and vendor engagement

Analytical & Data Driven Decision Making

Initiative and Accountability in Fast-Paced Environments

Personal Information

Title: PMP, M.S.

Certification

· Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute

· Digital Marketing & E-Commerce, Google

· Emerging Technologies, IBM

· Agile Project Explorer, IBM

Timeline

Senior Portfolio Manager- Tech & Operations

U.S. Army Force Modernization Proponent Center
06.2021 - 09.2024

Chief, Information Operations Consultant & Executive Trainer

Dept of Defense (DoD)- Joint Staff J7 Joint Training & Exercises
06.2018 - 06.2021

Marketing and Partnerships Fellow

Kansas City Chiefs
06.2017 - 06.2018

Senior Program Manager Strategic Communications

U.S. Army Europe
12.2014 - 06.2017

Telecommunications Operations Manager

U.S. Army
05.2004 - 12.2014

Master of Science (M.S) - International Administration

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Political Science

Central Michigan University