Matthew LeaTrea
Whitehall,USA
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Dynamic leader with extensive experience in strategic command operations, specializing in collaborative efforts and effective communication. Demonstrated success in workforce development and process improvement, enhancing mission readiness and operational outcomes. Skilled in informed decision-making and fostering integration across commands, implementing innovative solutions to boost efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Battle Watch Commander
US SPACECOM
Colorado Springs, Colorado
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored surveillance systems to track activities and maintain world wide situational awareness.
- Developed standard operating procedures for monitoring and reporting activities.
- Collaborated with other national agencies to integrate joint operational efforts effectively.
- Coordinated communication between units during critical operations and exercises.
Classroom Science Teacher
Montague Area Public Schools
Montague, MI
07.2002 - Current
- Prepare, plan, and deliver quality science education in a rural setting.
- Specifically focused on Chemistry and Physics to include AP Physics.
- Additionally, develop and provide STEM electives in engineering, programming, and design.
- Montague Area Public Schools is a traditional rural school with approximately 1300 students k-12.
Commander 63rd Troop Command
MI-ARNG
Belmont, Michigan
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Led 2300 soldiers of the 63rd Troop Command, ensuring mission readiness and operational success.
- Developed talent management processes for leader identification, selection, and preparation within the command.
- Coordinated Major Subordinate Commands to integrate operational processes statewide effectively.
- Established prioritization techniques for recruiting and retention to address future organizational needs.
- Implemented knowledge management procedures, enhancing communication between the commander and staff.
- Streamlined efficiency of signature request process through innovative process improvements.
Senior Fires Integration Lead
USAREUR-AF
Wiesbaden, DE
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Served as senior fires representative to the Chief of Operations.
- Responsible for integrating B2C2WG outputs into current operations, coordinating with multiple commands across Europe, developing and implementing Fires elements into Battle Staff training.
- Advising on interoperability and integration of Fires systems in a combined/joint environment.
- Developed reporting systems for subordinate commands and oversaw multiple levels of organization with the G33 CUOPS cell.
- US ARMY EUROPE/AFRICA is the 4 star headquarters responsible for all US Army entities in Europe and Africa.
Deputy Commander
272nd RSG
Lansing, MI
03.2020 - 09.2021
- As the Deputy commander was responsible for organizing the staff and staff processes related to day to day operations, directing the staff during COVID response.
- Communicating the commanders intent and priorities.
- The DCO prepared reports and integrated data from army systems to arm the commander with information as well as to inform subordinate commands regarding metric improvements and degradation as it impacted readiness.
- Responsible for representing the command within JFHQ.
- During COVID the DCO performed all of the functions of a full time OIC.
- Including reporting readiness, communicating with subordinate battalions, performing analysis and oversight of feeder reports, the command inspection program and providing advice to hiring and promotion of personnel.
- The Regional Support group provides command and control of over 2000 soldiers of the Michigan National Guard.
Education
Master in the Arts of Strategic Studies - Strategic Studies
07.2020
Masters in the Arts of Teaching - Education
05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
02.1998
Skills
- Collaborative operations
- Workforce development
- Operational alignment
- Process enhancement
- Strategic communication
- Informed decision making
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- 6-12 Chemistry - MI Professional Certificate
- 6-12 Physics - MI Professional Certificate
- Joint Operations Fires and Effects Course - 2022
Timeline
Battle Watch Commander - US SPACECOM
04.2024 - Current
Commander 63rd Troop Command - MI-ARNG
10.2022 - 04.2024
Senior Fires Integration Lead - USAREUR-AF
09.2021 - 09.2022
Deputy Commander - 272nd RSG
03.2020 - 09.2021
Classroom Science Teacher - Montague Area Public Schools
07.2002 - Current
US Army War College - Master in the Arts of Strategic Studies, Strategic Studies
Aquinas College - Masters in the Arts of Teaching, Education
Michigan Technological University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry