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Michael Garland

Michael Garland

Hampton,VA

Summary

*Secret Security Clearance*

Talented professional with expertise in Trainer role. Dynamic public speaker known for meeting demanding training schedules and exceeding management expectations. Considered valuable asset to any team. Knowledgeable Training Specialist successful at developing and overseeing site-based and online training programs. Decisive and disciplined professional with personable style and thorough approach.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Editor

Prevailance
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2023 - Current
  • Edited and revised technical and operational documents, including reports, manuals, training materials, and operational guides, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with Navy standards.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts (SMEs), military personnel, and leadership to ensure content was technically sound and aligned with mission objectives.
  • Developed and maintained editorial style guides, ensuring consistent use of terminology, formatting, and style across all publications.
  • Reviewed and provided feedback on complex technical and tactical documents, ensuring proper grammar, structure, and alignment with Navy’s mission and operational goals.
  • Developed training curricula and reference materials for Expeditionary Warfare programs, supporting operational readiness and mission success.
  • Ensured compliance with security and classification requirements, maintaining confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive material.
  • Contributed to strategic communication efforts, preparing briefings and presentations for senior leadership, highlighting key updates and developments.
  • Supported ongoing assessments and evaluations of Expeditionary Warfare training programs, offering editorial feedback to improve the effectiveness and clarity of instructional content.
  • Trained and mentored new doctrine writers.
  • Provided input in the development of Navy publication, NTTPs, TACMEMOS, and TACBUL.

Senior Training Utilization Specialist

Excalibur
Fort Eustis, VA
05.2019 - 10.2022
  • Used The Training Support-Materiel Armywide Tracking System (TS-MATS) to track equipment inventory, usage, and accountability.
  • Coordinated and facilitated training programs for Army personnel, ensuring the effective utilization of the Training Support Analysis and Integration Directorate (TSAID) resources, systems, and equipment in support of mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
  • Assessed training needs and identified areas for improvement, recommending and implementing solutions to enhance training efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with military leadership and subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure the accurate alignment of training objectives with Army requirements and operational goals.
  • Provided guidance and support to Army units on the effective integration of TSAID tools and systems into their training programs.
  • Monitored and evaluated the success of training programs, gathering feedback, and implementing improvements to ensure ongoing mission readiness.
  • Produced training materials and documentation, maintaining up-to-date resources and materials to ensure they meet the latest Army guidelines and operational needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of training activities, progress, and utilization, preparing reports for senior leadership and helping to inform future training strategies.

Senior Training Developer

1prospect Technologies
Richmond, VA
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Served as the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Capability Manager (TCM) Operational Contract Support (OCS) Training Developer. Uses CPI methodologies such as ADDIE and MDMP to develop unit task lists (UTL), collective tasks, individual tasks, lesson plans, individual critical task lists (ICTL), courses, programs of instructions (POI), individual TSPs, STPs, drills, and warfighter TSP using TDC
  • Researched industry trends and best practices related to corporate education strategies.
  • Developed fourteen individual tasks using lessons learned material, JP 4-10, AR 715-9, ATP 4-10, DODI 3020.41, command guidance, and other applicable publications
  • Trained the 184th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC) on OCS for an upcoming deployment. BG Walker, Commander, 184th ESC, and several members of his senior staff attended the training
  • Developed two classes for the 923A warrant officer course at the Army Logistics University
  • Used professional master level knowledge of principles, techniques and practices of instructional systems development, adult learning theory, training research methodology, statistics, and technology to develop, review, and revise instructional materials

Electronic Health Systems Trainer

Loui Consulting Group
Portsmouth, VA
12.2013 - 05.2018
  • Developed and implemented training programs to ensure employees had the necessary skills to perform their job duties.
  • Conducted individual and group assessments to identify areas of improvement in employee performance.
  • Created detailed reports on employee training progress and results.
  • Organized and facilitated classroom-style training sessions for new hires and existing staff members.
  • Provided feedback on employees' performance during training exercises.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of current training methods and recommended changes as needed.
  • Designed instructional materials, such as manuals, handbooks, practice tests, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials., to support the learning process.
  • Analyzed data from surveys to determine if employee knowledge was increasing after completing a course or program.
  • Maintained records of all trainees including attendance sheets, evaluations forms, test scores.
  • Researched new technologies related to corporate training initiatives.
  • Collaborated with management teams to develop customized training plans based on individual needs assessment results.
  • Documented best practices for use by other trainers in the organization.

Executive Officer

US Army
Newport News, VA
12.2011 - 12.2013
  • Analyzed financial data and prepared comprehensive reports for senior management team.
  • Designed and implemented organizational procedures, policies, systems and processes.
  • Monitored performance of staff members to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, training, development and evaluation of personnel.
  • Coordinated activities between different departments to achieve objectives efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Planned, controlled, directed, organized and implemented all medical administrative, operational, training, and personnel activities to ensure medical readiness of a standalone Warrior Transition United that consisted of over 144 Soldiers, Civilians and Contractors.
  • Developed, consolidated and compiled data, evaluated programs effectiveness, and prepared reports to brief the Military Treatment Facility commander/Executive Team and the Northern Regional Medical Command.
  • Analyzed, evaluated, and reviewed concepts, organization systems, and procedures for medical support of the WTU.
  • Coordinated clinical services activities with the Quality Management Department to ensure the WTU met the requirements of outside reviews from the Warrior Transition Command, Northern Regional Medical Command, and Joint Commission.
  • Managed daily operations including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, payroll and personnel administration.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high levels of service quality.
  • Planned long-term goals and objectives in accordance with organizational vision and mission statement.
  • Reviewed existing practices to identify areas for improvement or cost reduction initiatives.
  • Maintained relationships with external stakeholders such as vendors, suppliers, partners.
  • Assisted the CEO in developing corporate plans by providing strategic advice on business growth opportunities.

Senior Logistics Manager

US Army
Fort Hood, TX
03.1997 - 12.2011
  • Developed and implemented strategies to optimize logistics operations, reduce costs and improve customer service levels.
  • Analyzed data related to transportation routes, warehouse utilization, inventory control systems, and resource allocation.
  • Managed the supply chain process from order receipt through delivery of goods to customers.
  • Maintained relationships with suppliers, carriers, and other service providers to ensure quality services are delivered on time.
  • Established performance metrics for all logistics activities including freight cost management and inventory optimization.
  • Directed the selection of appropriate modes of transport based on cost-effectiveness, transit times and availability of resources.
  • Directly supervised and managed 44 Soldiers.
  • Planned, organized, controlled, and led over 60 successful supply replenishment operations missions that supported over 3,500 soldiers, civilians, and contractors during Operation New Dawn and earned the Bronze Star.
  • Maintain the accountability, maintenance, and proper safeguard of 36 vehicles and 125 pieces of equipment valued at more than $13.9 million.
  • Managed a monthly FOO budget of $10K for equipment and product procurement during Operation New Dawn.
  • Directed the acquisition, storage, inspection, testing, issuance and distribution of supplies petroleum products and water to over 3,500 Soldiers and Civilians.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure product is shipped in a timely manner according to customer requirements.
  • Implemented procedures for accurate tracking of orders throughout the entire fulfillment cycle.
  • Identified areas for improvement within existing logistic processes and developed solutions accordingly.
  • Created operational orders and plans.

Education

Masters in Divinity

Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA
05.2021

MBA - Logistics Management

Trident University International
Cypress, CA
04.2011

BBA - Management

Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR
12.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Total Quality Management

Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX
2006

Skills

  • Leadership Development
  • Job Skill Building
  • Class Scheduling
  • Training Method Development
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Virtual Learning Management
  • Group Discussion Facilitation
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Budget Administration
  • Course Materials Development
  • Training Video Production
  • Creative Solution Development
  • Cost Control and Reduction
  • Management Consultation
  • Orientation and Onboarding
  • Procedure Manual Writing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Program Monitoring and Tracking
  • Focus Group Coordination
  • Training Program Development
  • Business Administration
  • Video Conferencing
  • Team-Building Activities
  • Coaching and Development
  • Curriculum Design
  • Video Instruction
  • Project Implementation
  • Training Manuals and Materials
  • Training Material Development
  • Public Speaking
  • Decision-Making
  • Corporate Training Programs
  • Business Needs Analysis
  • Team Exercises
  • Employee Interviewing
  • Survey Management
  • Workshop Coordination
  • Employee Relations
  • Work Coordination
  • Classroom Experience
  • Relationship Building
  • Training Program Design
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Orientation Procedures
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • In-Depth Research
  • Compliance Training
  • Resource Coordination
  • Labor Relations
  • Adult Learning Theories
  • Strategic Planning
  • Multimedia Development
  • Group Instruction
  • Database Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Materials Preparation
  • Human Resources
  • Needs Assessment
  • Data Entry

Timeline

Staff Editor

Prevailance
12.2023 - Current

Senior Training Utilization Specialist

Excalibur
05.2019 - 10.2022

Senior Training Developer

1prospect Technologies
05.2018 - 05.2019

Electronic Health Systems Trainer

Loui Consulting Group
12.2013 - 05.2018

Executive Officer

US Army
12.2011 - 12.2013

Senior Logistics Manager

US Army
03.1997 - 12.2011

Masters in Divinity

Virginia Union University

MBA - Logistics Management

Trident University International

BBA - Management

Henderson State University

Associate of Applied Science - Total Quality Management

Texarkana College

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