Results-driven Operations Manager with 21 years of leadership experience in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in operational planning, logistics coordination, team leadership, and mission execution in high-tempo environments worldwide. Proven ability to manage complex operations, supervise cross-functional teams, and drive organizational success under pressure. Strong background in project coordination, risk management, and process improvement with a focus on operational efficiency and team development.
• Directed operational planning, logistics coordination, and execution support for large-scale domestic and international training exercises supporting joint, multinational, and Marine Corps operations across multiple geographic regions.
• Managed cross-functional teams of 400+ personnel, overseeing training readiness, resource allocation, scheduling, risk management, and mission execution in high-tempo operational environments.
• Coordinated complex projects and operational timelines between higher headquarters, external agencies, and partner organizations to ensure successful execution of deployments, exercises, and organizational objectives.
• Led process improvement and operational readiness initiatives that enhanced organizational efficiency, strengthened workforce preparedness, and improved overall mission capability under constrained timelines and resources.
• Managed daily operations, logistics coordination, personnel readiness, and mission execution for geographically dispersed teams in high-tempo environments.
• Supervised personnel, coordinated operational planning efforts, and ensured successful execution of training, deployment, and support requirements.
• Collaborated with senior leadership and external organizations to synchronize resources, streamline operations, and improve overall mission effectiveness.
• Led operational support efforts involving scheduling, risk management, transportation coordination, and accountability of personnel and equipment.