Kweku M. Wallace

• Accounted for the procurement, management, issuance, and re-order of $174M in repairable inventory
• Audited inventory and supply chain reports from 90 personnel maintaining 100% accountability of LHD 8’s $300M inventory of ship and aviation repair parts, validated by external inspectors.
• Coordinated replenishment, security, and interoperability with eight nations to ensure at-sea and in-port logistical and operational readiness during a seven-month Western Pacific deployment.
• Managed supply chain efforts to sustain an $85M post-deployment shipyard maintenance contract
• Qualified LHD 8’s Duty Section Leader, assuming responsibility of the ship in the Captain’s absence, and as a subject matter expert in Naval Aviation and Surface Warfare.

• The Principal Senior Enlisted Advisor; advises the Commanding Officer on combat mission readiness, manning, and training for Sailors in two geographic locations on two continents to defend against ballistic missile threats in the US European Command Area of Operation.
• Managed a $5 million budget and effectively adhered to both ship-based and shore-based programs, ensuring the seamless sustainment of the command’s supply management across two continents.
• Reviewed and authorized $11M in acquisitions with 10 international allies and partners, enabling operations and exercises to bolster US and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) force competencies in Europe

• Led 45 personnel to provide unwavering service and logistic support to 320 ship personnel.
• Accountable for the management of $25 million in Naval Sea Systems Command new construction funds. Overseeing initial pre-commissioning, outfitting requisitions, directing material procurement to support the ship’s construction, and formulating policies and procedures to ensure a seamless $16 million Shipboard Allowance inventory turnover from Naval Sea Systems Command.
• Managed the operating target funds of the ship exceeding $5 million and expedited over 200 casualty report parts to ensure optimal combat readiness during numerous ship certifications.
• Oversaw all aspects of the Physical Readiness program, including leading command Physical Training, managing the Physical Fitness Assessment, and handling administrative duties for 335 Sailors. Fostered a culture of fitness within the command, resulting in an 85% improvement in the Physical Fitness Assessment pass rate and an average 20% reduction in body fat for the ship.

• Transformed 800 civilians into skilled Sailors through eight weeks of rigorous and intensive training.
• Oversaw the indoctrination briefs and initial training for over 6,000 recruits while training 300 Recruit Division Commanders on in-processing procedures.
• Facilitated Sexual Assault Prevention Training for over 1,000 recruits to promote a culture of respect.
• Directed a 35-person Watch team for the daily operation of a 240-acre complex, comprised of twelve 1,000-person barracks in support of the safety and welfare of 8,000 recruits and staff members.
• Evaluated individual recruit progress continuously, adjusting training plans as needed to maximize learning outcomes.

• Maintained four storerooms with over 14,000 line items valued at $16M
• Managed over $2 million in the ship’s operating funds, ensuring 100 percent accountability across five departments.
• Managed over $500,000 habitability Ship’s contract improving crew’s living conditions and readiness of spaces.
• Developed risk mitigation strategies for potential supply chain disruptions, ensuring business continuity during unforeseen events.

• Prepared mission reports for all outbound armed forces flights carrying critical navy and marine corps materials for units operating throughout the western pacific.
• Efficiently managed over 20 million pounds of inbound and outbound cargo, ensuring timely delivery with zero delays for our valued customers.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Developed Senior Enlisted leaders who give sound decision-support in command, staff, management, and leadership positions in naval, joint, and multinational environments.