Gregory Merk
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Persistent leader skilled in problem-solving, and communication with thorough understanding of politics and finance, Collaborative with relentless work ethic eagar to merge skills and achievements in field of law.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO/COO
The Nex Gen USA And ROAR
03.2021 - Current
- Strategic planning for growth and profitability
- Expanded media footprint and viewership 500% by developing a vast and diverse team of poetasters.
- Led team of developers to create unique social messaging system that will encourage and expand free speech.
Portfolio Manager
Self- Employed
06.2018 - 11.2023
- Managed private estate and portfolio.
- Ensured performance protected and returns exceeded 10%/yr. through effective investment strategies and risk management techniques.
- Providing tailored financial advice and timely market updates.
Contract Instructor Pilot
Integration, Innovation Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2017
- Provided flight instruction in support of international contracts.
- Used prior advanced military experience to develop effective flight training program and safety protocol that led to 100% mishap-free instruction.
- Enhanced professional development, aviation competency and military readiness for over 100 members of Afghanistan Air Force.
Test Pilot
Sikorsky Aerospace
06.2011 - 02.2014
- Conducted over 500 functional check and test pilot flights.
- Identified over 100 safety risks and addressed potential issues through rigorous ground and in-air flying operations.
- Enhanced flight safety for US Navy by providing effective correction recommendations and risk mitigations measures.
Aircraft Commander
USAF
12.2000 - 05.2011
- USAF active duty B-1B aircraft commander and instructor pilot
- Completed multiple combat deployments in support of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom..
- Squadron and Expeditionary Wing Aviation Flight Safety Officer - enhanced safety through regulation disciple and enforcement. and mitigated risk through creation of safety reporting program called Any Mouse.
Aircraft Commander
US Navy
01.1990 - 11.2000
- Active duty USN SH-60B Aircraft Commander, Instructor and Standardization Pilot with over 4500 mishap-free flight hours.
- Completed multiple deployments supporting military and counter-drug operations world-wide.
- Highest producing instructor pilot in US Navy history with over 1000 flight hours in one year and 2700 in three years.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.1988
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Marion Military Institute
Marion, AL05.1985
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Talent Development
- Corporate Governance
- Written and Verbal Communication
Accomplishments
Meritorious Service Medal, Army, Navy and Air Force Commendations
Certification
ATP, CFI/CFII
Timeline
CEO/COO
The Nex Gen USA And ROAR
03.2021 - Current
Portfolio Manager
Self- Employed
06.2018 - 11.2023
Contract Instructor Pilot
Integration, Innovation Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2017
Test Pilot
Sikorsky Aerospace
06.2011 - 02.2014
Aircraft Commander
USAF
12.2000 - 05.2011
Aircraft Commander
US Navy
01.1990 - 11.2000
Master of Science - Finance
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Arts - Political Science
Marion Military Institute
ATP, CFI/CFII
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