Michael S. Kellogg
St. Cloud,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record specializing in safety management and executive oversight. Excelled in developing and implementing comprehensive safety systems, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and risk mitigation. Skilled in fostering key partnerships and leading change, demonstrating exceptional leadership and program development acumen.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Instructor
FlightSafety International Inc.
Orlando, FL
04.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding expectations for their training program.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients by providing professional customer service.
- Executed high-level training instruction involving steep turns, stalls and emergency procedures.
- Maintained client records detailing progress, attendance and program requirements.
Captain
Polaris Aviation Solutions LLC
Miami, FL
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Captain flying for a high net worth account in the BBJ/G650
- Flexibility and adaptability were a must to meet the high demands of the account, providing 24/7 coverage
- Provided insightful guidance for an Aircraft Charter and Management company to increase profitability and efficiency
Safety Manager
CSX Transportation, Inc.
Jacksonville, FL
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.
- Advocated a culture of prevention through education programs aimed at reducing risks in the workplace.
Director of Safety
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
, FL
02.2013 - 03.2022
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions needed.
- Assisted with formulating budget proposals for upcoming fiscal year related to safety-related expenses.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Monitored hazardous materials storage areas for safe conditions.
- Collaborated with external vendors and consultants on various projects related to health and safety initiatives.
- Compiled monthly reports detailing key performance indicators such as injury rates, inspection results.
- Conducted safety audits of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs for the organization.
- Trained personnel in proper safety practices and conducted safety orientations for new employees.
Director of Flight Operations/Chief Pilot
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Extensive knowledge on controlling operational growth and expansion smartly while ensuring the company provided productive results in achieving the corporate mission and goals
- Overall responsibilities as the Director of Flight Operations was to ensure services provided by the company met or exceeded the needs of the corporation and the customers
- Excelled in providing world-class customer service in all aspects of company operations to include RW/FW operations, training of internal and external customers, and working special projects for corporate to broaden the company's mission
- Built upon current capabilities and coupled this with identifying needs for future expansion of these capabilities
- Provided the focal point and directed day to day operations for a Part 91 operation with over 70 pilots, 20 mission systems experts and 33 aircraft conducting aviation operations internationally
Director of Safety/Captain
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Director of Safety for a Part 91 flight department overseeing safety systems management for global flight operations
- Developed and implemented a company safety system program for a mid-size flight department from the ground up
- The Safety Management System (SMS) was identified as a requirement for risk identification and mitigation well ahead of mandatory requirements being imposed by regulatory agencies
- Built the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for a company consisting of over 200 employees ensuring employee/family needs as well as corporate concerns are addressed when a crisis occurs
- Developed a Hazard Identification Tracking System (HITS) to proactively identify trends in operations that contain risk and work out methods to eliminate or reduce the hazard
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
10-2018
Masters of Arts - Military Studies-Land Warfare, International Perspective
American Military University
01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
01.1995
Skills
- Leadership, Executive Management
- Program Development Oversight
- Expert SMS development and maintenance
- Transition / Change Management
- Key Partnership Relations
- Safety management in all aspects
- Budget Management
- Risk Management
- Collaborative Training Strategies
Certification
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM), National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
- Auditor - International Standards Business Aviation Operations (ISBAO)
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot
- OSHA 30-hour Certification
Affiliations
- Director, Certified Aviation Manager Board of Director for NBAA
- Safety Committee Member; Risk Assessment Group for NBAA
- Executive Leadership Certificate from Cornell University
- High Performance Leadership Certificate from Cornell University
Timeline
Flight Instructor
FlightSafety International Inc.
04.2024 - Current
Captain
Polaris Aviation Solutions LLC
05.2023 - 04.2024
Safety Manager
CSX Transportation, Inc.
05.2022 - 05.2023
Director of Safety
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
02.2013 - 03.2022
Director of Flight Operations/Chief Pilot
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director of Safety/Captain
PEGASUS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM), National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
- Auditor - International Standards Business Aviation Operations (ISBAO)
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot
- OSHA 30-hour Certification
Master of Science - Occupational Safety Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Masters of Arts - Military Studies-Land Warfare, International Perspective
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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