Hi, I’m
Kali Stoops
IL
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Army National GuardIL
Readiness NCO / Health Care Sergeant
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Managed 32 personnel, including 3 full‑time direct reports and 35 part‑time direct reports, ensuring administrative accuracy, personnel readiness, and financial stability.
- Acted as the Company First Sergeant for 18 months, overseeing company‑level operations, personnel accountability, morale, and welfare.
- Delivered one‑on‑one mentorship to over 30 personnel regarding budgeting, financial stability, benefits navigation, and life‑planning requirements.
- Taught readiness, financial, and administrative training to 60+ personnel, increasing unit understanding of benefits, requirements, and long‑term planning.
- Oversaw retention processes, ensuring accurate completion of bonuses, incentives, and contract extensions.
- Guided soldiers through Family Care Plans, medical readiness requirements, and long‑term service decisions.
- Ensured timely completion and audits of all administrative documentation, including pay actions, evaluations, orders, medical records, and personnel packets.
- Coordinated multi‑user scheduling, led meetings, enforced SOPs, conducted facility and equipment inspections, and maintained the highest standards of readiness.
Army National GuardIL
Training/Assistant Operations Sergeant
05.2021 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Managed 111 employees with 7 direct reports. Received The Army Achievement Medal for exceptional performance.
- Developed and implemented training plans, guidelines, and assessments. Ensured compliance with Army training doctrine.
- Coordinated training schedules, secured resources, prepared lesson plans, and distributed training materials.
- Led monthly training meetings, planned yearly training workshops, and maintained all training documentation.
Army National GuardIL
Supply Sergeant
03.2018 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Awarded The Army Commendation Medal and ranked #1 Supply Sergeant for 2020–2021.
- Supervised equipment accountability, logistics operations, and compliance with supply regulations.
- Ensured SAP compliance, managed weapon accountability, and maintained administrative supply documentation.
Army National GuardIL
Property Book Technician
01.2015 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Oversaw supply management and accounting for Joint Force Headquarters in Illinois.
- Conducted inspections, inventories, and policy reviews. Managed turn‑ins, loss investigations, and equipment accountability.
Army National GuardIL
Supply Specialist
01.2014 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Received The Army Achievement Medal for exemplary performance outside assigned duties.
- Performed receipt, storage, distribution, and accountability of equipment and supplies.
Buddy Walk Kewanee
Committee Leader
01.2023 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Led a committee of volunteers in planning and executing the Buddy Walk, raising over $10,000 for special‑needs programming.
- Recruited volunteers, managed fundraising events, coordinated with the National Down Syndrome Society, and served as community spokesperson.
Morton Junior High School PTO
Vice President
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Serve as elected Vice President, coordinating volunteers, leading meetings, and supporting school‑wide fundraising and student programming.
- Strengthen communication between families, school staff, and community partners.
Sucré Sweets & Socials
Owner
01.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Owner and operator of a dessert and treat‑based community business deeply embedded in local events.
- Build relationships with families, schools, sports teams, wedding clients, and organizations through mobile catering, pop‑ups, and partnerships.
- Lead operations including marketing, customer engagement, event management, and community outreach.
- Known for creating inclusive, family‑centered community experiences that strengthen local connections.
Education
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
08.2026
University Overview
Skills
- LEADERSHIP
- FINANCIAL READINESS
- TEAM BUILDING
- COMMUNICATION
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- MS OFFICE
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
- SAP
- OPERATIONAL READINESS
- COMMUNITY OUTREACH
- ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT
Community Leadership
Community Leadership
Owner, Sucré Sweets & Socials, 2025-01-01, Present, Owner and operator of a dessert and treat‑based community business deeply embedded in local events., Build relationships with families, schools, sports teams, wedding clients, and organizations through mobile catering, pop‑ups, and partnerships., Lead operations including marketing, customer engagement, event management, and community outreach., Known for creating inclusive, family‑centered community experiences that strengthen local connections.Timeline
Owner
Sucré Sweets & Socials
01.2025 - Current
Vice President
Morton Junior High School PTO
01.2024 - Current
Readiness NCO / Health Care Sergeant
Army National Guard
10.2023 - Current
Committee Leader
Buddy Walk Kewanee
01.2023 - 06.2025
Training/Assistant Operations Sergeant
Army National Guard
05.2021 - 10.2023
Supply Sergeant
Army National Guard
03.2018 - 05.2021
Property Book Technician
Army National Guard
01.2015 - 03.2018
Supply Specialist
Army National Guard
01.2014 - 03.2018
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science from Business Management