Kurt E Quam
Mason City,IA
Summary
Senior operations executive boosts operational efficiency and service levels to drive sustainable growth across sectors. Cross-functional collaborator and proactive executive leader with skills in policy development, tactical planning and operational problem-solving. Knowledgeable about promoting stakeholder engagement and building consensus to drive change.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Outdoor Services Inc
03.2006 - Current
- Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by developing and implementing strategies to improve service quality.
Superintendent of Logistics Bear Office Air Combat
USAF
07.1982 - 03.2012
- Senior Master Sergeant Kurt E. Quam distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while mobilized to Langley Air Force Base, Virginia from I February 2004 to 30 September 2005. During this period, the outstanding professional skill, leadership, and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Quam resulted in major contributions to the effectiveness and success of the Commander of Air Combat Command's Military Personnel Appropriation Man-day Program Management. Sergeant Quam's professional expertise was crucial to the precise management of over 260 million dollars in pay and allowances utilized to bring over 26,800 Air Force Reserve Command and Air National Guard members in support of Operations· NOBLE EAGLE, ENDURING FREEDOM, and IRAQI FREEDOM. He established Military Personnel Appropriation policy, guidelines, templates, and conducted training for the Command Man-day Allocation System to command functional managers, ensuring the proper utilization of over 14,000 requests. He also provided key coordination in executing the transfer of the Man-day Program from Reserve Affairs to the Directorate of Personnel. Trusted in this extremely important and visible
task, Sergeant Quam used his vast expertise to work closely with Air Staff in policy clarification and implementation. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Quam reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
Team Leader - Project Management
Interstate Power Company
01.1998 - 03.2006
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion of tasks and delivering client satisfaction.
- Streamlined project management processes for increased team efficiency and improved project outcomes.
- Boosted team productivity by implementing agile methodologies that streamlined workflows and enhanced collaboration.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all projects managed, establishing a valuable knowledge base for future reference.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to identify project requirements, aligning goals and expectations for successful results. Which resulted in all of Interstate Power, Power & Gas Lines being converted from hand drawn maps to GIS digital maps. The territory covered part of southern Minnesota and most of Iowa.
District Draftsman
Interstate Power Company
01.1990 - 03.2006
- Developed CAD drawings from hand sketches, verbal instructions, and site visits.
- Calculated dimensions and allowances with accurate precision for project specifications.
- Reduced errors in drawings by conducting thorough reviews of specifications provided by clients or stakeholders.
- Played a key role in successful project completion by meeting strict deadlines and maintaining open communication with team members.
- Provided timely and accurate updates to project managers, facilitating effective decision-making throughout project lifecycle.
- Updated Gas maps for Interstate Power, which included making new service cards, fixing city boundaries and roads according to gis drawings.
- Drew Gas meter sets and other Gas related equipment for transmission or service.
Education
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Course 12 Senior Leadership Course
On Line Through The Air Force05.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Drafting Technology
NIACC
Mason City, IA05.1990
No Degree - AirFrame Repair
Chanute Air Force Base
Rantoul, IL08.1983
High School Diploma -
Northwood-Kensett Jr-Sr High School
Northwood, IA05.1983
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Organizational Development
- Cost analysis and savings
- Business Development
- Operations Oversight
- Succession Planning
Work Availability
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Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Outdoor Services Inc
03.2006 - Current
Team Leader - Project Management
Interstate Power Company
01.1998 - 03.2006
District Draftsman
Interstate Power Company
01.1990 - 03.2006
Superintendent of Logistics Bear Office Air Combat
USAF
07.1982 - 03.2012
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Course 12 Senior Leadership Course
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Drafting Technology
NIACC
No Degree - AirFrame Repair
Chanute Air Force Base
High School Diploma -
Northwood-Kensett Jr-Sr High School
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