Michael Coombes
Newport,Rhode Island
Summary
Seasoned leader with a robust background in strategic and operational planning from the US Army and Naval War College. Excelled in building cohesive teams and facilitating graduate-level research, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and effective communication skills. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and conducting high-stakes negotiations, significantly contributing to organizational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Professor
US Army / Naval War College
Newport, RI
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated graduate-level coursework in Joint Military Operations.
- Advise students on graduate-level research papers.
- Moderate discussions and guide wargames to achieve learning objectives.
Registered Representative
World Financial Group, Inc.
Torrance, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Licensed to sell health and life insurance, and fixed-indexed annuities.
- Provide financial needs assessments to clients, which provide a holistic fiscal standing.
- Provide fiscal education through on-line presentations.
Secretary of the Joint Staff, US European Command
Department of Defense
Stuttgart
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed and administered the action processing system for the Command.
- Prepared communications sent to Congress, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the Joint Staff.
- Assigned and tracked tasks.
Battalion Commander
US Army // 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided guidance to subordinate commanders on tactical operations, administrative matters, and other issues.
- Developed and implemented training plans for personnel within the battalion.
- Conducted weekly staff meetings with key leaders to discuss mission objectives and operational status.
- Monitored the performance of all subordinate units and took corrective action as necessary.
- Assigned tasks to subordinates in accordance with their skill sets and experience levels.
- Evaluated personnel performance through observation of daily activities and regular reviews of individual records.
- Established professional relationships with foreign counterparts in order to facilitate joint operations.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Strategic Studies
U.S. Army War College
Carlisle, PA06-2024
Master of Arts - Master of Defence Studies
Royal Military College of Canada
06-2013
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX12-2000
Associate of Arts - General Studies
New Mexico Military Institute
Roswell, NM05-1997
Skills
- Effective communication
- Problem Solving
- Building cohesive and effective teams
- Strategic and operational planning
- Negotiations
- Developing individuals
- Research and analysis
- Risk management assessments
Timeline
Military Professor
US Army / Naval War College
07.2024 - Current
Registered Representative
World Financial Group, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Secretary of the Joint Staff, US European Command
Department of Defense
06.2021 - 06.2023
Battalion Commander
US Army // 3rd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division
02.2019 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Master of Strategic Studies
U.S. Army War College
Master of Arts - Master of Defence Studies
Royal Military College of Canada
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Texas At Austin
Associate of Arts - General Studies
New Mexico Military Institute
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