ERIK C CALLAGY
Longboat Key,FL
Summary
- Passionate Operations Professional with proven record in leadership, operations management, complex problem solving, collaborative team skills, logistical planning/execution. Former Navy SEAL that thrives in solving challenging problem sets, rapidly adapting to changing environments. Possesses extensive international relations experience. Active security clearance (TS/SCI).
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
07.2021 - 05.2024
- NSWDG-TACDEVRON ONE Command- Operations department head for 250+ personnel, assessing, selection/ training maneuver element operators for special activities deployments.
- NSWDG TACDEVRON ONE Command-Acting Deputy for one of kind special program of 30 personnel. equipped, trained and validated deploying operators for unique special activity problem sets.
Special Activity Senior Leader
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2016 - 07.2021
- NSWDG-TACDEVRON ONE Command-Senior Operational/Tactical Enlisted Leader, Monitored operations and reviewed concepts of operations and metrics to ensure good execution.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities, coordinated, led unique deployments to sensitive areas of operations.
- Managed several mock commercial businesses, LLC's in order to mimic real business exploits. Led and influenced over 50 personnel ensuring success of multiple highly sensitive missions.
- Awarded 2 X Defense Meritorious Service Medals
Team Leader
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2013 - 12.2015
- NSWDG-TACDEVRON THREE Command-Led, Planned, and coordinated the tactical aspects as a Reconnaissance Team Leader executing the targeting of Tier One High Value Targets in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (OEF), Horn of Africa and numerous other Overseas Contingency Operations.
- Awarded Two Bronze Star Medal's with Combat Distinguishing "V" Device for Valor.
- Awarded One Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing "V" Device for Valor.
Soldiers Survival - Subject Matter Expert
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
10.2011 - 10.2012
- Oversaw implementation of Command operational requirements into acquisition key performance parameters to ensure material solutions were combat ready.
Team Member
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
11.2005 - 09.2011
- NSWDG-TACDEVRON THREE Command- Multiple deployments to Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Numerous Overseas Contingency Operations.
- Awarded 3 Bronze Star Medals with Combat Distinguishing "V" Device for Valor.
- Awarded One Commendation Medal with Combat Distinguishing "V" Device for Valor.
Regional Marketing Associate
Putnam Investments
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Executed strategic marketing plans in Mid-West Territory to drive growth and retention and overall revenue for business for Putnam Mutual Funds, 401(k) retirement plans and Insurance Products.
USMCR Team Leader
1st Battalion 25th Marine Regiment
05.1990 - 05.1999
- Served as a U.S. Marine Corps infantrymen during Operation Desert Shield / Operation Desert Storm; experienced combat in the liberation of Kuwait.
- Chief Scout Sniper and Team Leader with the 1st Battalion 25th Marine Regiment Scout Sniper 25 member platoon.
Technical Coordinator Broker Operations
Putnam Investments
10.1993 - 01.1995
- Provided operational and marketing support to over 150 employees.
- Managed organizational IT initiatives by collaborating with teammates to optimize monitoring system for large producing brokers effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration/Economics Minor
NORWICH UNIVERSITY
Northfield, VermontAssociate of Arts - Trade in Boat Lofting And Construction
North West School Of Wooden Boat Building
Port Hadlock09-2025
Skills
- AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Business development expertise
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
07.2021 - 05.2024
Special Activity Senior Leader
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2016 - 07.2021
Team Leader
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
01.2013 - 12.2015
Soldiers Survival - Subject Matter Expert
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
10.2011 - 10.2012
Team Member
Naval Special Warfare Development Group
11.2005 - 09.2011
Regional Marketing Associate
Putnam Investments
01.1995 - 01.2000
Technical Coordinator Broker Operations
Putnam Investments
10.1993 - 01.1995
USMCR Team Leader
1st Battalion 25th Marine Regiment
05.1990 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration/Economics Minor
NORWICH UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts - Trade in Boat Lofting And Construction
North West School Of Wooden Boat Building