Michael Braun
Program Manager
Fairbanks,AK
Summary
Proven military officer and contractor project leader with over 30 years of experience in solutions development, program start-up, management, and close-out. Proficiency in the administration and management of DoD logistics and maintenance programs for military system life cycle sustainment and product support. Strong communicator and team builder, skilled at managing multiple geographically dispersed teams while conducting program oversight, quality management, risk identification and mitigation, documentation, and cost control. Results driven project manager and business leader that precisely identifies requirements and facilitates product delivery within cost and schedule.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Red River Science and Technology, LLC
Fort Wainwright
01.2023 - Current
- Leading a $49 million DoD Logistics Contract consisting of over 105 personnel at three separate and remote locations
- Coordinated the seamless transition from former contract to new with no degradation to mission
- Managed the initiating, planning and execution lifecycles of the project.
Program Manager
Technica, LLC
Fort Wainwright
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Served as Program Manager for a $30 million Enhanced Army Global Logistics Enterprise (EAGLE) consisting of over 90 personnel at three separate and remote locations
- Maintained strategic customer relationships, lead all recruiting, and hiring, conducted financial management, and implemented a comprehensive safety program while ensuring adherence to all contract requirements
- Executed all requirements on schedule and within cost
- Planned, organized, and implemented three new projects on time and under cost while maintaining an on-time delivery rate of 100% with no Corrective Action Reports in over two years
- Developed a cohesive team which actively works to improve processes and procedures to meet emerging challenges
- Coordinated and completed all tasks required for the closeout of the project.
Director, Northern Warfare Training Center (NWTC)
United States Army
AK
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed a global training institution comprising over 1,600 students and training staff with an annual budget of over $500K
- As a key leader and subject matter expert, successfully prepared warfighters for cold weather and mountain operations across the globe while earning the NWTC 'Institute of Excellence' rating; the highest accreditation rating awarded by the US Army
- Presided as ambassador at exercises and conferences in Norway, Finland, Canada, China, UK, Slovenia, and US installations by developing and executing a successful business plan
- Revised and updated training courses and protocols to improve graduate performance using statistical variance data and budget reports to monitor achievement.
Career Army Special Forces Officer
United States Army
Various Locations
01.1993 - 01.2018
- 25 years of honorable service in over 30 countries.
U.S. Army Officer
United States Army
01.1993 - 01.2018
- Served in various position of command and increased responsibilities during a career spanning almost 26 years.
Senior Executive Officer, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team
United States Army
AK
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Served as the number two leader of a 5,000 + strong organization
- Deployed 400 vehicles, aircraft and 5,000 Soldiers to and from Alaska and California over air, rail, and sea transportation
- Developed detailed logistical plans and contingencies for the effort
- Delivered critical leadership when Senior Manager was absent for three-month exercise shortly before deployment.
Chief Executive Officer, Brigade Troops Battalion
United States Army
AK
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Served as the commander of a 700+ strong organization
- Received and allocated $25M in new equipment, relocated assets to four new facilities, and activated three new subunits
- Rated within the top 1% of all officers to have served with the organization commander over the course of 30 years
- Executive level leader during training exercises in Japan, Korea, and Canada.
Program Director, Afghanistan
United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Rated #1 of 8 leaders in the brigade due to effective training that validated the mission concept
- Delivered measurable improvements in security for the people of Panjwa'l District, facilitated the arrival of the district's first two judges, and oversaw the distribution of seed and fertilizer for 2,500 families in the area.
Detachment Commander, 1st SFOD-A
United States Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and Iraq
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Led a highly trained recruitment section to locate, test, evaluate and process candidates worldwide for attendance at selection course for elite military unit
- Conducted daily intelligence and operations briefings to senior level commanders and deployed to OIF/OEF to support special mission unit's combat mission.
Education
B.A. Business Administration -
Norwich University
Master of Military History -
American Military University
Master of Business Administration -
Norwich University
Project Management Professional -
Project Management Institute
Certified Federal Contractor Manager Course -
National Contract Management Association
Essentials of Commercial Contract Management -
Villanova University
Essentials of Government Contract Management -
Villanova University
Advanced Contract Management -
Villanova University
Participated in CORe, (Business Analytics, Business Accounting & Economics for Managers) -
Harvard Business School Online
Skills
- Program Performance Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Communications
- Team Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Process Improvement
- Project Lifecycle
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Business Development
- Customer Service
- Personnel Management
- Proposal Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Risk Analysis and Management
- Detail Oriented
- Organizational Performance
- Team Training and Development
- Team Management
- Program Reviews
- Strategic Direction
- MS Office Applications
- Multi-Operations Management
- Performance Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- Program Leadership
- Product Development
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
Websites
Security Clearance
TS/SCI Security Clearance
Awards
The Legion of Merit Bronze Star (3x) Meritorious Service Medal (3x) Joint Service Achievement Medal (2x) Army Commendation Award (3x) Army Achievement Award (3x) Joint Meritorious Unit Award Meritorious Unit Afghanistan Campaign Medal (2 Campaign Stars) Iraq Campaign Medal (1 Campaign Star) Special Forces Tab Ranger Tab Special Operations Diver Badge Master Parachutist Badge
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Manager
Red River Science and Technology, LLC
01.2023 - Current
Program Manager
Technica, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2023
Director, Northern Warfare Training Center (NWTC)
United States Army
01.2015 - 01.2018
Senior Executive Officer, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team
United States Army
01.2014 - 01.2015
Chief Executive Officer, Brigade Troops Battalion
United States Army
01.2012 - 01.2014
Program Director, Afghanistan
United States Army
01.2011 - 01.2012
Detachment Commander, 1st SFOD-A
United States Army
01.2009 - 01.2011
Career Army Special Forces Officer
United States Army
01.1993 - 01.2018
U.S. Army Officer
United States Army
01.1993 - 01.2018
B.A. Business Administration -
Norwich University
Master of Military History -
American Military University
Master of Business Administration -
Norwich University
Project Management Professional -
Project Management Institute
Certified Federal Contractor Manager Course -
National Contract Management Association
Essentials of Commercial Contract Management -
Villanova University
Essentials of Government Contract Management -
Villanova University
Advanced Contract Management -
Villanova University
Participated in CORe, (Business Analytics, Business Accounting & Economics for Managers) -
Harvard Business School Online
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
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