Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Army Achievement Medal
Languages
Timeline
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Gabriel F. Cruz

Summary

Professional leader with extensive experience in military operations and tactical planning. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and make strategic decisions under pressure. Recognized for reliability and strong communication skills, fostering a cohesive unit. Expertise in combat training, mission execution, and resource management.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Squad Leader

US Army
10.2018 - Current

Enforced standards of conduct to maintain discipline within military ranks consistently and fairly.

  • Conducted thorough after-action reviews after each operation to identify improvement areas and implement changes.

Facilitated team cohesion through regular debriefings, feedback sessions, and team-building activities.

  • Developed targeted training programs to close individual skill gaps, enhancing overall squad performance.

Performed comprehensive risk assessments before deployment to establish necessary safety measures.

  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.

Trained multinational partners, contractors, and foreign nationals to enhance warfighting and defense capabilities.

Sales Associate

Encuentros Magicos
01.2015 - 07.2018

Enhanced store visual appeal by organizing racks and shelves to promote merchandise effectively.

  • Executed cash transactions accurately, adhering strictly to company cash handling policies.

Cultivated strong customer relationships to drive repeat business and loyalty.

  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in compliance with store policy.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
05-2025

Skills

  • Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance – Department of Defense
  • INFOSEC management
  • Squad leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Tactical leadership
  • Task prioritization
  • Team management
  • Reporting and data gathering
  • Motivational leadership

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of eight staff members.

Army Achievement Medal

Awarded for exemplary performance while serving as a Fire Team Leader during deployment to Europe in support of Operation European Assure, Deter, and Reinforce (Poland – Dec. 9, 2022). Successfully led a fire team in joint operations, enhancing interoperability and mission effectiveness alongside international NATO partners.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working

Timeline

Squad Leader

US Army
10.2018 - Current

Sales Associate

Encuentros Magicos
01.2015 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Austin Peay State University
Gabriel F. Cruz