MASON RIEPE
Fort Benning,GA
Summary
Seasoned military leader with over 10 years of senior-level experience in operations, talent development, and strategic advising. Expertise in building and managing relationships with military leaders, Education Service Officers (ESOs), and command influencers to support military-connected students. Adept at leading outreach initiatives, promoting educational programs, and driving large-scale engagement efforts across military communities. Proven ability to translate military culture and educational needs into actionable strategies that enhance learning opportunities for service members and their families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Manager & Executive Advisor
U.S. Army, United States Marksmanship Unit
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Advised senior leadership on program management and talent development for 200+ service members, optimizing career pathways and educational opportunities.
- Built strategic partnerships with military leaders and external organizations to align training and educational programs with mission objectives.
- Increased operational efficiency by 90% and reduced lost work hours by 25% through process improvements and targeted workforce development initiatives.
Senior Operations Manager & Executive Advisor
U.S. Army, 4th BDE, 25th Inf Div
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Provided leadership and strategic planning advice to senior executives for an organization of 3,500 personnel, ensuring alignment of training and educational goals.
- Led military education initiatives and facilitated engagement with ESOs and senior military leaders to support career and academic development.
- Fostered a culture of growth, driving organizational change and readiness improvements for service members.
Senior Operational Planner
U.S. Army, 4th Ranger Training Battalion
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed high-priority, no-fail projects with a focus on efficiency and military career development.
- Strengthened collaboration with senior leaders, ensuring seamless execution of training programs and educational initiatives.
Operations Manager
U.S. Army, 1st BCT
02.2015 - 05.2016
- Led a team of 230 personnel, optimizing workflows, talent development, and educational planning for military personnel.
- Acted as a liaison between command teams and external organizations to drive program success.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
American Military University
Skills
- Military Education Advocacy & Relationship Management
- Senior Leadership Engagement
- Strategic Outreach & Program Management
- Military Career & Education Pathways
- Organizational Leadership & Talent Development
- Stakeholder Relations (ESOs, Senior Command)
- Process Improvement & Efficiency
- Public Speaking & Briefing
- Executive Advising & Mentorship
- Microsoft Office 365
- Google Workspace
- Windows & MacOS
Certification
- Master Resilience Training Course – University of Pennsylvania
- Common Faculty Development Instructor Course
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager & Executive Advisor
U.S. Army, United States Marksmanship Unit
09.2022 - 03.2025
Senior Operations Manager & Executive Advisor
U.S. Army, 4th BDE, 25th Inf Div
07.2019 - 07.2022
Senior Operational Planner
U.S. Army, 4th Ranger Training Battalion
06.2016 - 04.2018
Operations Manager
U.S. Army, 1st BCT
02.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
American Military University