Kareen Thompson
San Antonio,United States
Summary
Results-driven planning and operations management professional with 15+ years of leadership experience. Proven track record of driving successful project completion, fostering collaboration, and improving team productivity. Skilled in conflict management, strategic planning, and operations management. Possesses a strong background in DoD experience and military service. Currently continuing my education in pursuit of business management degree completion.
Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
United States Army
02.1999 - 08.2024
- Commendations: Leadership Award, Honorable Service Completion, Overseas Service
First Sergeant (Retired)
Department of Defense
01.1998 - 08.2024
- Company Overview: U.S
- Army
- 15 years of leadership experience
- Led a team of 300 employees, providing guidance and support to ensure successful completion of projects/missions
- Implemented effective communication strategies to foster collaboration and improve team productivity
- Proficient multitasker, 10 years experience in operations management; managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints
- Trained in conflict management
- Resolved conflicts within the team by facilitating open dialogue and promoting a positive work environment
- Served as a liaison between upper management and the team, effectively communicating goals, objectives, and expectations
- Led regular meetings with the team to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and provide guidance on project priorities
- Developed strong relationships with personnel through effective communication and exceptional customer service skills
- Provided mentorship opportunities for junior members of the team in order develop their skills
- U.S
- Army
Education
MBA - Business
UTSA
San Antonio, TX10.2024
Associate's degree - Fine Arts
University of Phoenix-Online Campus
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Military Experience
- Canva Experience
- DoD Experience
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Mentoring
- Conflict Management
- Program Management
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Contract Management
- Process Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Proactive in acquiring Spanish language skills
- Cash Handling Experience
- SharePoint
Certification
- Secret Clearance, Present
- Contract Management, Present
- Microsoft Office Specialist, Present
Additionalinformation - Description
Provide oversight on performance for government contracts of goods, supplies and services. Proficient and efficient with Microsoft platform software; Excel, One Note; PowerPoint, Word, Edge and some experience in Designer.
Military Service
United States Army, United States, First Sergeant (Retired), 02/99, 08/24, Commendations: Leadership Award, Honorable Service Completion, Overseas Service
Timeline
Supervisor
United States Army
02.1999 - 08.2024
First Sergeant (Retired)
Department of Defense
01.1998 - 08.2024
MBA - Business
UTSA
Associate's degree - Fine Arts
University of Phoenix-Online Campus
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