Joel Thornton

• Spearheaded the development of an innovative intelligence planner training portfolio for a key Southeast Asian ally, in collaboration with U.S. INDOPACOM, enhancing intelligence support capabilities.
• Orchestrated the synchronization of complex multinational planning exercises, bolstering shared intelligence initiatives across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise.
• Aligned Defense Intelligence Agency training objectives with sophisticated exercise designs to foster seamless integration and heightened operational readiness.
• Pioneered strategies to bridge intelligence gaps through targeted collaboration, ensuring superior support for joint operations.
• Facilitated high-level briefings to senior stakeholders, securing buy-in and empowering decision-making processes.
• Participated in relevant U.S. INDOPACOM-led exercises as the senior intelligence analyst; provided strategic regional analysis and assisted in All-Source Production for the exercise.

• Provided expert analysis and advice to the Center Chief on strategic intelligence planning activities, instrumental in accomplishing complex organizational goals as Executive Officer and primary advisor equivalent to a 2-star General.
• Effectively orchestrated administrative operations across a 350-person Intelligence Center, contributing to seamless coordination and flow of operations.
• Authored and delivered comprehensive briefings to senior leadership and international dignitaries, enhancing diplomatic and intelligence relations.
• Implemented process improvements that streamlined communication pathways and enhanced intelligence distribution efficiency.
• Cultivated high-level inter-agency relationships, advancing the Center's intelligence-sharing objectives.

• Produced comprehensive finished intelligence (FINTEL) and illicit drug flow assessments for senior DIA officers and other senior government officials, bolstering strategic policy planning and reinforcing national security.
• Maintained administrative oversight of a diverse team of 21 intelligence analysts, encompassing both civilian and military personnel.
• Devised pioneering analytical approaches for unprecedented database information, ensuring data integrity and reliability.
• Received Joint Service Commendation Award for distinguished service in the capacity of Senior Intelligence Analyst.
• Advanced innovative analytical methodologies, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous process improvement.
• Graduated from DIA’s Professional Analyst Career Education course, implementing ICD 203 tradecraft standards and methodologies.

• Principal advisor to the Commanding General at the Training and Doctrine Command, created research, and developed inspection protocols for major subordinate commands and Army centers of excellence.
• Conducted command-directed inspections, briefing commanders on risk assessments and mitigation strategies for identified discrepancies.
• Rendered expert advice on program protection policies, significantly contributing to the robustness of defense strategies.
• Enhanced operational procedures and facilitated cross-departmental coordination, optimizing inspection outcomes.
Facilitated positive change within organizations by addressing

deficiencies identified during audit processes are addressed effectively.

• Honored with the Meritorious Service Award for exceptional non-

combat achievements as an Inspector General.

• Published over 300 region-specific Information Operations products, augmenting the Army Information Operations Center's Special Access Programs.
• Attained certification for conducting Information Operations Planning and Execution, enhancing operational efficacy.
• Collected and disseminated critical intelligence insights, shaping the strategic framework for North Africa-related operations.
• Designed intelligence frameworks that strengthened mission focus and operational strategies in regional theaters.
• Conferred with the Meritorious Service Award for distinguished service in a deputy leadership role.

• Cultivated a positive work atmosphere through open communication channels among team members.

• Boosted team morale by organizing regular team-building activities and fostering a positive work environment.

• Mentored military capability analysts in Afghanistan, produced over 20 critical Key Leader Risk Assessments and Battlefield Circulation Mitigation Reports.
• Led current operations by developing counterintelligence products and proposals that mitigated enemy activities and fortified operations security.
• Pioneered operational strategies that ensured accurate intelligence dissemination and surveillance efficiency.
• Strengthened collaboration with allied forces, optimizing intelligence-sharing and operational preparedness.
• Awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Award for non-combat achievements during deployment, underlining dedication to mission success.

• Developed strong relationships with allied and joint partners,

resulting in high-quality intelligence sharing within the organization.

• Commanded a short company of 60 personnel conducting remote

persistent Aerial Reconnaissance for military operations in Afghanistan.

• Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to

their professional growth and career progression.
• Conducted Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PEDDING) in support of U.S. conventional and special operations.
• Directed Pattern of Life analysis and Threat Analysis in support of force protection.
• Conducted face-to-face intelligence briefing to conventional and special operations personnel entering the AOR.
• Performed route surveillance and reconnaissance using ISR platforms, i.e., Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, utilizing sensors and full motion video packages, to develop trend analysis of enemy activity.

• Provided daily multi-discipline intelligence from an Army proprietary fixed facility for up to 20 countries in the CENTCOM AOR.
• Provided dedicated, actionable intelligence to USARCENT, XVIII Airborne Corps, and the Corps of Engineers.
• Forward deployed to Kuwait for a two-month ARCENT-focused exercise, managed a team of 12 military personnel conducting All-Source production for the Fusion Cell.

• Trained 12 newly arrived enlisted personnel in All-Source Intelligence.

• Developed strong relationships within the team, resulting in

greater team proficiency and more polished analysis.