Michael Romero
Crestview,FL
Summary
Results-driven special operations veteran with a proven track record of mission-oriented leadership. Skilled in critical thinking to dissect complex concepts, analyze key variables, and illuminate underlying issues and opportunities. Recognized for unwavering commitment to mission success and excellence in leading numerous multi-echelon special operations elements. Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced, and decentralized environments. Adept at building effective teams through exceptional interpersonal skills that foster a collaborative, innovative, and optimistic organizational culture in pursuit of shared goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor / Role Player
Oak Grove Technologies
08.2024 - Current
- Navigates sensitive topics professionally through empathetic portrayal of characters, fostering open dialogue among participants.
- Develops customized character profiles tailored to specific client needs and objectives, increasing the relevance of role-play scenarios.
- Mentors new team members by sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective role-playing techniques.
- Enhances participant engagement by incorporating realistic scenarios and props in role-playing exercises.
- Collaborates with trainers to develop immersive learning experiences, resulting in improved skill retention for participants.
- Receives consistent positive feedback from trainers and participants alike, demonstrating effectiveness as a role player.
- Contributes creative ideas to improve scenario design during planning meetings with training teams, enhancing overall program impact.
- Exhibits flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges or changes within scenarios, demonstrating adaptability under pressure.
Operations Director/S-3 Sergeant Major
7th Special Forces Group
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided expertise and direction for all operations 7th Special Forces Group, Support Battalion
- Provided decisive leadership by offering direction, optimizing resources, leveraging authorities, and facilitating situational awareness; successfully assessed effects and mitigated risks to accomplish organizational requirements
- Directed the workflow of the Operations Center administrative functions such as personnel orders, training and drills, reporting, rehearsals, and events
- Managed the flow of information and provide presentations regarding various project statuses; manage the scope, schedule, quality, and budget objectives communicating benchmarks to all departments and stakeholders
- Enhanced, managed, and synchronized key management systems and processes to facilitate a comprehensive and well-integrated approach to operational, organizational, and personnel readiness
- Developed executive-level correspondence, briefings, and engagements in support of operations; leverage unique educational and operational experience to conceptualize and prepare clear, concise, and compelling presentations
- Provided strategic leadership to the family and force program, warrior care, diversity efforts, and represented those same efforts to external stakeholders
Operations Sergeant Major
United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Directed all operations for the United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, a pivotal leadership role in improving overall training and readiness quality and effectiveness
- Led over 200 Soldiers within the 1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne), the Army's only Special Operations Training Brigade
- Directed a high-performing staff in rapidly assessing information, making informed decisions under pressure, and articulating crucial assessments to senior leaders during time-sensitive events of national security importance
- Directed and synchronized logistic support for assessment, selection, and training of Army Special Operations staff
- Provided technical and doctrinal/policy advice to leadership; improved overall logistical support due to institutional knowledge of Robin Sage and small unit tactics
- Utilized special forces expertise and took initiative to provide unique Primary military free fall (MFF) Jumpmaster responsibility for all jumps within SWCS
- Instrumental ability to create viable solutions to complex problem sets contributing to the overall success of the organization
- Subject matter expert providing technical and policy advice to executive leadership and other stakeholders
- Led Operations Center for orders, drills, briefings, and rehearsals; Received and appropriately distributed Fragmentary Orders and Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs)
Company Sergeant Major
Special Forces Company
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Sergeant Major for a Special Forces Company that executed the Special Forces Qualification Course (SFQC) Unconventional Warfare (UW) Culmination Exercise ROBIN SAGE, a 6-week performance based formal training course
- Principal advisor to top leadership on the performance, training, and conduct of enlisted Special Forces Soldiers and Special Forces Qualification Course (SFQC) students providing expert counsel and guidance to accomplish the mission
- Managed the company's schools and retention programs overseeing the overall quality and guidance for personnel
- Supervised the planning and resourcing required to train 960 students annually in the Special Forces Qualification Course; oversees the morale, welfare, and health of cadre, their Families, and students
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of the re-alignment of two companies in 1st BN,1st SWTG(A) ensuring that the student experience across both Programs of Instruction was executed efficiently and professionally while maintaining the highest quality of SFQC coaching, teaching, training and mentoring
- Thrived in the complexity of directing and resourcing special forces premier unconventional warfare (UW) exercise while simultaneously leading the planning and implementation of SFQC Optimization, a leadership-heavy undertaking that required significant organizational redesign
- Steady, mission-focused leadership and focused communication of vision enabled staff to align efforts training SFQC students while understanding and implementing required improvements
- Skilled at navigating institutional processes and making expert recommendations to foster change and optimize best practices
- Hand selected to forge new relationships, build networks focused on change, and solve difficult operational issues
Joint Operations S-3 Sergeant Major
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Iraq
05.2018 - 03.2019
- A trusted leader and advisor provided valuable insight to the command and staff, expertly managing daily operations for Operation Inherent Resolve Forward (SOJTF-OIR FWD), a 1,957-member joint, multinational, O-8 level SOF Joint Task Force, enabling a positive working relationship between multiple Joint SOF Task Forces, CJTF, SOCCENT, and CENTCOM
- Vast knowledge of the operational environment and combat experience resulted in maximum tactical and operational gains against ISIS
- Supervised and monitored daily operations and activities of the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Iraq (CJSOTFI) throughout the Combined Joint Operational Area (CJOA) Iraq
- Provided accurate information on all operations and significant activities (SIGACT) and advised the Commander on all Special Operations matters throughout Iraq
- Led and managed Force Protection for a 2-star general level command
- Designed, planned, and implemented professional development training for staff such as leadership training, tasking procedures, and overall mission conduct
Future Operations Sergeant Major
Special Forces Battalion
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Directed operations for a Special Forces Battalion consisting of 515 Soldiers organized into 3 Special Forces Companies, a Headquarters Company and a Forward Support Company deployed in multiple theaters
- Advised on future operational, training and personnel management issues, oversaw future S3 training, planning, and real-world operations
- Liaison between the Battalion and Companies for operations, training, and support requirements in USCENTCOM, USSOUTHCOM, and USNORTHCOM theaters
- Coordinated directly with the various departments for resources, mission requirements, and taskings resulting in thorough planning; conducted weekly meetings to coordinate and manage project working groups ensuring benchmarks and tasks were accomplished on-time
- Led TRACON (training concept) overall process and approval: reviewed all training concepts for personnel training overseas including training plans, ideas, schedules
Company First Sergeant
Special Forces Battalion Headquarters Support Company
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Led and managed Special Forces Battalion Headquarters Support Company (HSC) with ongoing operations in support of CENTCOM, SOUTHCOM, and NORTHCOM
- Provided exceptional support daily to a Special Forces Battalion, both deployed and garrison environment
- Advised the leadership on administrative, logistical, and tactical operations
- Supervised the coordination and implementation of staff section operations and tasking daily
- Oversaw the health and wellness programs for 148 Soldiers and their families
- Ensured Soldiers are proficient at all individual and collective tasks and professional development
- Supervised the upkeep of the headquarters building and three barracks buildings with associated property valued at $3M
- Forward deployed, served as the Mayor’s Cell and managed civilian contractors and SOTF-A attachments as required in support of ongoing operations
- Applied expertise to develop a SFBCC-S period of instruction to prepare over 200 Soldiers for combat operations in Afghanistan
- Utilized sound judgment to provide direction and support to over 400 redeploying Soldiers as the Camp Alpha Mayor
- Successfully executed Pre-Mission Training for RSM VII; resulted in 170 Soldiers trained in the METL task of Protect and Defend
- Organized and implemented annual events increasing morale of unit leadership by incorporating its Wounded Warriors
- Mentored 52 NCOs on leadership and training; resulted in 19 NCO promotions, and 12 graduates of NCOES
- Led 8 static line and 4 MFF Airborne Operations; maintained over 1,800 Soldiers’ proficiency throughout 7th SFG(A)
- Developed the training plan for the Company's PMT for RSM VII; resulted in a 'Trained' rating in all mission essential tasks
- Facilitated the first ever 7th SFG(A) participation in the European Special Operations Forces Joint Readiness FY15 exercise with Belgian and French forces
- Led 10 static line and 10 MFF airborne operations; maintained 2,120 Soldier's proficiency throughout 7th SFG(A)
- Organized 4 MATVs for a ground movement of over 150 KM adding combat power to USSF in the region deterring the enemy
Special Forces Operations Sergeant
Special Forces Operational Detachment Alpha
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Supervised the tactical employment of a 12-man special forces operational detachment alpha (SFODA) specializing in direct action (DA), special reconnaissance (SR), unconventional warfare (UW) and foreign international defense (FID) missions in support of USSOUTHCOM and USCENTCOM strategic objectives
- Provided tactical and technical guidance to team, advising leadership on all operational and training matters
- Supervised operations for Partner Nation units in English and Spanish up to battalion size
- Expert in planning, organizing, and resourcing a Colombian jungle warfare and Peruvian mobility training concept for Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) deployments
- Developed a close quarters combat training program that was adopted by the Peruvian special operations Commando School- completely replacing their previous doctrine and standard operating procedures
- Trained over 150 Peruvian Tier 1 operators in special reconnaissance and mission planning- allowing the unit to flawlessly conduct 12 subsequent combat missions
- Accounted for inventory valued at over $5M in equipment over multiple deployments and TRACONS with zero incidents or loss
- Oversaw accountability for a 12-man SOFD-A in airborne, special skills, language proficiency- maintained 100% currency in training requirements
- Developed training plan for a joint operations unit- strengthening Peru’s military to defend against insurgent forces
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KSHigh School Diploma -
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Parkland, FL05.1994
Skills
Organizational Leadership
Training / Mentorship
Mission & Policy Analysis
Executive Communication
Project Management
Inter-Agency Coordination
Strategic Planning
Change Management
Resource Prioritization
TRAINING
SOFPM Advanced Project Management Course / Eglin AFB, FL / 2023
Green Procurement Course / Fort Liberty, NC / 2022
Evaluating Instructors Course / Fort Liberty, NC / 2021
Instructor Leaders Course / Fort Liberty, NC / 2021
U.S. Sergeant Major Non-Resident Course / Fort Bliss, TX / 2018
Joint Special Operations Forces Senior Enlisted Academy / MacDill AFB, FL / 2018
Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education 2 / Eglin AFB, FL / 2017
Aviation Physiology Training for Special Operations Personnel (NP-6) / Eglin AFB, FL / 2015
HAZMAT Familiarization and Safety in Transportation CBT / Eglin AFB, FL / 2013
Anti-Terrorism Officer Basic Course / Eglin AFB, FL / 2012
Military Free Fall Jumpmaster / Yuma Proving Grounds, AZ / 2012
Military Free Fall Parachutist / Yuma Proving Grounds, AZ / 2010
Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) High-Risk (Level C) / Fort Liberty, NC / 2006
Pathfinder School / Fort Moore, GA / 2009
Special Forces Advanced Urban Combat Course / Fort Liberty, NC / 2009
Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant Course / Fort Liberty, NC / 2008
Air Assault School / Fort Johnson, LA / 2001
Ranger School / Fort Moore, GA / 2000
Airborne School / Fort Moore, GA / 1999
Clearance
TS-SCI
Work Availability
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Timeline
Independent Contractor / Role Player
Oak Grove Technologies
08.2024 - Current
Operations Director/S-3 Sergeant Major
7th Special Forces Group
06.2023 - 08.2024
Operations Sergeant Major
United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School
06.2021 - 06.2023
Company Sergeant Major
Special Forces Company
03.2019 - 06.2021
Joint Operations S-3 Sergeant Major
Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Iraq
05.2018 - 03.2019
Future Operations Sergeant Major
Special Forces Battalion
03.2017 - 04.2018
Company First Sergeant
Special Forces Battalion Headquarters Support Company
05.2015 - 02.2017
Special Forces Operations Sergeant
Special Forces Operational Detachment Alpha
05.2013 - 04.2015
No Degree - General Studies
Barton County Community College
High School Diploma -
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
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