Dynamic leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, project management, and team building. Expertise in enhancing operational efficiency and driving impactful training and development initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professer
Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL
06.2025 - Current
Developed relevant and engaging course materials to maximize student learning outcomes.
Provided academic support and mentoring to undergraduate students across year groups.
Facilitated interactive classroom discussions and practical exercises to promote critical thinking and growth among students.
Collaborated with faculty members and staff on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
Security Force Assistance Advisor
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Fort Hood, TX With Middle East Travel
06.2023 - 06.2025
Advised senior leadership on strategic policy implementation and compliance issues.
Developed strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency processes for U.S. Partners and Coalition Members
Coordinated inter-organizational synchronization between U.S. Department of War, Department of State (U.S. Embassies), non-governmental organizations, and 6 Middle Eastern governments to streamline project workflows and information sharing.
Analyzed parallel data to identify commonality and recommend actionable concentrated improvements to national defense capabilities.
Executive Officer
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Fort Hood, TX
06.2022 - 06.2023
Developed and implemented plans to enhance efficiency across personnel, logistics, training, and operations
Coordinated inter and intra-departmental communication to streamline project execution and improve collaborative efforts.
Analyzed policy implications, led organizational decision-making process and course of action development, and implemented plans
Led cross-functional teams in identifying micro and macro process improvements, resulting in increased workflow effectiveness.
Operations Officer
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Fort Hood, TX
05.2021 - 06.2022
Responsible for current and future operations for a 700-employee high operational tempo organization.
Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for improved task forecasting and execution.
Assessed risks associated with various projects, implementing mitigation strategies to protect company interests.
Managed cross-functional teams for the successful completion of projects within budget and timeline constraints.
III Corps Long Range Planner
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Fort Hood, TX
05.2020 - 05.2021
Developed comprehensive project plans to support operational readiness for global contingencies.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline planning processes and enhance communication.
Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
Facilitated briefings for senior leadership on project status, recommendations, and future planning strategies.
Assistant Professor/detachment Operations Officer
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
06.2017 - 05.2020
Developed and implemented innovative curriculum enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
Led workshops on instructional strategies, improving teaching effectiveness among peers.
Developed innovative curriculum for interdisciplinary courses, fostering a broader understanding of various subjects for students.
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Company Commander
U.S. Department of Defense, Army
Fort Bliss, TX
05.2015 - 05.2017
Responsible for training, operational readiness, morale, health, and welfare for a 150-employee organization with over $100 million in equipment and assets.
Developed progressive training programs to enhance soldier skills and ensure standards based requirements were met or exceeded.
Coordinated logistics for troop deployments, optimizing resource allocation and mission success.
Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.