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Matthew Gimenez
Company Commander
Belle Chasse,LA
Summary
Strategic officer with extensive experience leading and managing teams in high-stress environments. Efficient in planning and executing complex military operations. Proficient in developing and implementing policies and procedures with focus on safety. Skilled in crisis management, personnel supervision and mission execution with mastery of advanced weapons systems and equipment. Strong emotional intelligence and committed to successfully handling stress in high-pressure situations.
Organized and dependable officer successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
New Orleans Recruiting Company Commander
US Army Recruiting Command
Belle Chasse, LA
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the implementation of tactics, techniques and procedures that focus on the shaping and sustainment of the recruiting force and mission
- Evaluate problem sets with critical thinking and to make logical sound decisions that support mission goals
- Develop technically and tactically competent subordinates that are effective leaders/staff members and capable of providing sound input that feed informed decisions
- Lead by example; establish and role model standards expected of subordinates
Special Forces Company Commander
4th Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airbone)
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Served as the Director of Support and Fires Officers during training or operational missions world-wide
- Served as the logistical, signal, and intelligence force provided for the Battalion and two special forces companies
- Responsible for the training, health, welfare and morale of over 100 Soldiers
- Ensured the maintenance, accountability and serviceability of over $30million worth of property.
- Responsible for exercising legal and promotional authority over assigned personnel
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
Squadron Fire Support Officer
US Army, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade
Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Served as the senior fires advisor to the Squadron Commander on fire support; plans, coordinates, synchronizes and employs all available fire support systems
- Leverages intelligence, targeting, fire support and non-lethal fires assets to all echelons
- Provides Commanders the most effective means of support within capabilities and limitations to provide situational awareness
- Liaised between commander and various other branches in garrison and tactical environments
High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Officer
US Army, 18th Field Artillery Brigade
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Liaison to the appropriate Headquarters serving as the link between Artillery Battalions, adjacent units, and higher echelons or command
- Assists with the planning, coordination, and implementation of Artillery systems in complex training and operations
- Firing Battery Platoon leader that maintains rapid deployment capability in support of Global Response Force and Special Operations Forces
- Support Platoon leader that built and implemented logistical service plans to support Battalion operations
- Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of unit equipment valued in excess of $20million
- Overall responsible for the training, morale and welfare of subordinates Soldiers
Battery Executive Officer
US Army, 428th Field Artillery Brigade
Fort Sill, OK
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Coordinates and plans the training, administration and resourcing in support of company operations
- Responsible for managing maintenance programs of over 100 pieces of tactical equipment
- Manages digital training systems and calendars for over 40 training cycles
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 09.2011 - 05.2015
No Degree - Military Education
Field Artillery Captains Career Course
Fort Sill 07.2019 - 01.2020
Skills
Conflict management
Affiliations
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Alumni
Association of the United States Army
United States Field Artillery Association
Interests
Sailing
Traveling
Golf, Sailing, Travel
Passionate about golf and sailing as hobbies. I enjoy traveling to new countries and cities. Meeting new people, experiencing new cultures and learning different traditions are great ways to spark creativity and find meaning or purpose in life.
Timeline
New Orleans Recruiting Company Commander
US Army Recruiting Command
04.2023 - Current
Special Forces Company Commander
4th Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airbone)
11.2021 - 03.2023
Squadron Fire Support Officer
US Army, 16th Combat Aviation Brigade
03.2020 - 03.2021
No Degree - Military Education
Field Artillery Captains Career Course
07.2019 - 01.2020
High Mobility Artillery Rocket System Officer
US Army, 18th Field Artillery Brigade
05.2017 - 07.2019
Battery Executive Officer
US Army, 428th Field Artillery Brigade
03.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Virginia Tech
09.2011 - 05.2015