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LaShawnda Davis

San Pedro,CA

Summary

Possessing strong organizational and analytical skills, combined with positive, results-driven attitude. Familiar with operations management principles and adept at strategic planning and process optimization. Committed to driving operational excellence and achieving impactful business outcomes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Operations Manager (Interim Chief Operations)

US ARMY
09.2021 - Current
  • Advanced to serve as the principal advisor to a 2-star General Officer, spearheading all aspects of accounting, stationing, structural analysis, force development, manpower requirements, and authorizations for 200 units across two countries.
  • Trained and oversaw four 1-star Generals, led Expeditionary Sustainment Command Force Development teams, and coached, trained, and mentored headquarters staff and subordinate ECSs on force management functions.
  • Executed a manpower study for the Command, leading to new models for full-time staff requirements and facility management, significantly improving the TSC posture and footprint.
  • Received Meritorious Service Medal as the Chief Force Development Officer from 2021-2023.

Financial Resource Analyst Intern

CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY (CISA)
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided a full range of financial services for DHS-wide and EA-coordinated events, including performing accounting, evaluating budgets and transactions, and managing relationships with OCFO leadership and CISA External Affairs.
  • Established and maintained a methodology to effectively identify, document, track, and review cost justifications and cost-benefit analyses for conference planning, hosting, and attendance.
  • Ensured accurate and timely reporting, achieving 95% timeliness rate for meeting strict deadlines.
  • Leveraged Power BI dashboards to provide the status of submitted conference packages, totaling over $20K, and increasing overall operational efficiency by 20%.

Director of Operations

US ARMY
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Pivoted to manage organizational changes for First Army units and the US Army Reserve Support Command-First Army, serving as a liaison and overseeing the training and mobilization of 577 soldiers and civilians and 16 units.
  • Reviewed and analyzed 1A Division Reorg Change Management Plan, adding 48 full-time personnel requirements.

Executive Operations Coordinator

US ARMY
12.2016 - 06.2019
  • Directed operations across six states, taking the lead in handling personnel structure, modernization, integration, and manpower management for nine US Army organizations with 4k+ authorized and ~90 civilian personnel.
  • Assisted in developing the Command's long-range strategic stationing plan, supporting an evolving doctrine, providing senior leader guidance, and directing end strength adjustments and budget constraints.
  • Defined the Command's 4-year plan, effectively addressing facility issues and concerns in the US Army Reserve.
  • Achieved Meritorious Service Medal as Chief, Force Development.

Operations Manager

US ARMY
10.2014 - 12.2016
  • Served as the Operations, Training, and Plans Manager for Military Police Organization, providing support and guidance on operational concerns, training calendars, and after-action reviews, ensuring strong solder performance and leadership.
  • Managed the training and readiness database system, providing reports and statistical analysis to the CEO.
  • Achieved Meritorious Service Medal for efforts in support of the Guardian Justice Exercise.

Career Manager & Operations Officer

US ARMY
06.2008 - 10.2016

Accountant, Auditor & AR Clerk

City of Chicago Comptroller's Office
01.2006 - 01.2009

Auditor

VA Office of Inspector General
08.2000 - 12.2002

Accounts Recievable Clerk

VA Medical Center
07.1998 - 08.2000

Education

Master of Arts (MA) - Business and Organizational Security Management (BOSM)

Webster University
St Louis, MO

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Accounting & Auditing Standards
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Policies
  • Resource Management
  • Operations Management
  • Business Process Development
  • Reporting & Dashboard Development
  • Relationship Development
  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Communication
  • Executive Engagement

Websites

Security Clearance

Secret Security Clearance

Timeline

Financial Resource Analyst Intern

CYBERSECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY AGENCY (CISA)
02.2024 - 06.2024

Executive Operations Manager (Interim Chief Operations)

US ARMY
09.2021 - Current

Director of Operations

US ARMY
07.2019 - 08.2021

Executive Operations Coordinator

US ARMY
12.2016 - 06.2019

Operations Manager

US ARMY
10.2014 - 12.2016

Career Manager & Operations Officer

US ARMY
06.2008 - 10.2016

Accountant, Auditor & AR Clerk

City of Chicago Comptroller's Office
01.2006 - 01.2009

Auditor

VA Office of Inspector General
08.2000 - 12.2002

Accounts Recievable Clerk

VA Medical Center
07.1998 - 08.2000

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting

Texas Southern University

Master of Arts (MA) - Business and Organizational Security Management (BOSM)

Webster University