James Estramonte
Charlotte,NC
Summary
An experienced and dedicated professional, with 3 decades of service in the United States Coast Guard and expertise in budget management, strategic leadership and administrative oversight. Talented in developing successful and effective solutions and strategies regarding finances, programs, assets and personnel. Professional and clear communicator in multiple demanding environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/COO
Starmount Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
- Established and improved foundational processes for business operations, including existing chiropractic and medical clinic operations, as well as new lines of business such as patient transport and lab operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts to support strategic business objectives.
- Made impactful financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits; managed company through transitional period of heavy focus on pandemic services to longer term clinical and business operations.
Chief of Staff
Coast Guard - Pacific Area
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Organized and ran meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Performed financial and managerial analyses to evaluate data and make recommendations, balancing risk posture against financial reporting and projections to make informed decisions.
- Advanced coordination and cooperation across departments with continuous review of interdepartmental processes to support quality control and constant improvement.
Commanding Officer, Coast Guard Cutter MUNRO
Coast Guard
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Responsible for safe and effective operation of a $500M National Security Cutter, navigating over 40,000 miles and representing the United States while visiting numerous foreign countries across the Pacific Ocean.
- Supervised training and readiness of 140 personnel to execute Law Enforcement, Search and Rescue and Humanitarian missions.
- Coordinated numerous upgrades and exhaustive maintenance efforts to ensure MUNRO was prepared for all operations, able to meet 100% of mission requirements.
- Responsible for the largest cocaine seizure for the U.S. Coast Guard in 20 years with the take-down of a semi-submersible submarine and 8 tons of cocaine on the high seas off Colombia.
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Coast Guard
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Expertly managed distribution, execution and oversight over the entirety of the Coast Guard's annual funding - over $11B.
- Coordinated Coast Guard budget efforts as principal advisor to the Coast Guard Chief Financial Officer as lead liaison with the Department of Homeland Security and Office of Management and Budget on funds execution and fiscal law.
- Skillfully maneuvered the Coast Guard through multiple Continuing Resolutions and Government Shutdowns, a trusted expert to be an honest steward of public funds.
Senior Military Fellow
Center For A New American Security
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Represented the Coast Guard as Senior Military Fellow, advising on service's role in national and international events.
- Coordinated multiple visits for senior Coast Guard and Homeland Security leaders to CNAS, advancing and educating personnel in the role the Service and Department play in national security.
- Worked within teams for war game exercises hosted by CNAS, also represented the Coast Guard and CNAS at 8 high level sea-going exercises and meetings
Executive Assistant to the Secretary Of DHS
Department of Homeland Security
07.2013 - 07.2015
- Provided direct assistance and council to the Secretary of Homeland Security for mission planning, event execution and operational travel.
- Coordinated information flow to and from the Secretary and the White House, members of Congress, senior government and intelligence leaders, ensuring time sensitive decisions communicated thoughtfully and decisively.
- Expertly supervised and executed daily routine as well as numerous national and international trips, safely navigating challenging foreign trips and politically sensitive environments.
Education
MBA -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Management
United States Coast Guard Academy
New London, CT05.1993
Skills
- Effective communicator
- Strategic thinker
- Resource management
- Decisive and motivational leader
- Personnel supervision
- Strong interpersonal skills
Timeline
CEO/COO
Starmount Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
Chief of Staff
Coast Guard - Pacific Area
05.2020 - 05.2022
Commanding Officer, Coast Guard Cutter MUNRO
Coast Guard
05.2018 - 05.2020
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Coast Guard
07.2016 - 05.2018
Senior Military Fellow
Center For A New American Security
07.2015 - 06.2016
Executive Assistant to the Secretary Of DHS
Department of Homeland Security
07.2013 - 07.2015
MBA -
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Management
United States Coast Guard Academy
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