Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Meritorious Service Medal

JAMES ASHER

Iowa Air National Guard
Johnston
25
years of professional experience

Results-oriented professional with extensive leadership experience in high-stakes environments. Skilled in strategic planning, operational optimization, and organizational growth. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results under changing conditions. Key strengths include strategic vision and stakeholder management.

Work History

Executive Travel Coordinator

5 Years 4 Months
Iowa Air National Guard | 03.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw project tasks to ensure timely completion and adherence to objectives. Guided team efforts to successfully reach project milestones. Coordinated with colleagues to optimize operational processes.
  • Allocated 40 hours each week to ensure timely completion of tasks and objectives.
  • Oversaw travel arrangements for military conferences, facilitating participation of senior military officers and enlisted leaders. Managed hotel bookings and transportation logistics to optimize conference attendance. Executed conference planning initiatives that strengthened leadership engagement within the military.
  • Developed and implemented award programs to honor exemplary performance among military personnel.
  • Designed and implemented retirement and promotion ceremonies to honor military members and uphold traditions.

Logistics Specialist

19 Years 4 Months
Iowa Air | 11.2001 - 03.2021
  • Coordinated logistics operations to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce delays.
  • Developed and implemented shipping procedures to enhance accuracy in order fulfillment.
  • Analyzed inventory management systems to streamline stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve communication and operational workflows.
  • Developed and executed comprehensive equipment management strategies to uphold 100% accountability of all military assets within the wing.
  • Facilitated coordination and procurement of essential equipment and parts, guaranteeing operational readiness of military assets.

Education

Associate's degree - Logistics and Supply Chain management

Community College of the Air Force | Gunter AFB, AL

Bachelor's degree - Business Administration

Purdue University Global | W. Lafayette, IN | 04-2023

Associate's degree - Business Administration, Small business management

Purdue University Global | Lafayette, IN | 12-2021

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Operations management
Executive support
Customer-oriented
Self-Starter
Oversight of hazardous materials compliance
Strong relationship-building abilities
Responsive to change

Timeline

Executive Travel Coordinator

Iowa Air National Guard
03.2021 - CurrentRead More

Logistics Specialist

Iowa Air
11.2001 - 03.2021Read More

Purdue University Global

Associate's degree from Business Administration, Small business management
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Purdue University Global

Bachelor's degree from Business Administration
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Community College of the Air Force

Associate's degree from Logistics and Supply Chain management
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Meritorious Service Medal

Awarded after 30.6 years of military service

JAMES ASHER