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Michael Stahl

Northville,MI

Summary

Military veteran with over 18 years of progressive experience performing integration training, diplomatic security, and contingency combat operations. Exceptional leader and communicator, skilled at building cohesive teams across disciplines, and training civilian, military, and federal agency personnel. Strategic thinker with a natural ability to modify work methods and priorities in response to new information, changing conditions, political realities, or unexpected obstacles. Fast learner, driven to succeed in any field, with a proven track record of advancing to the level of subject matter expert quickly, and leveraging a diverse skill set to successfully contribute to the goals of the organization.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mortgage Loan Officer

Rocket Mortgage
11.2023 - Current
  • A mortgage lender for one of the largest retail lenders in the United States, assisting clients with finances or credit, and finding and financing their home.
  • Manage risks and originate mortgage loans by evaluating and approving applications based on borrower qualifications, creditworthiness, and property value.
  • Selected by management to join a new 'Veterans Helping Veterans' mortgage lending group for providing exceptional customer service and support to clients throughout the loan process.
  • Actively participate in community involvement initiatives to support local neighborhoods and cities, in addition to veterans, and those needing shelter.
  • Maintained current knowledge of secondary market trends, government programs and other available financing sources.
  • Negotiated terms and conditions of loan agreements with borrowers.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to mortgage lending.
  • Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely, accurate loan processing.

Lead Instructor - Training Integration

Triple Canopy
Baghdad, Iraq
11.2011 - 01.2020
  • Diplomatic Protection Security Specialist responsible for integration training at the United States Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching best practices.
  • Strategically provided heightened security for the U.S. Diplomats in the Baghdad, Iraq, area of operations.
  • Served as the Integration Training Instructor (ITI) Lead, specializing in risk management, mission support, and integrated security services.
  • Trained American and foreign nationals in all aspects of protective security.
  • Managed all training programs while overseeing 12 direct reports and ensuring all U.S. Department of State standards were consistently met.
  • Successfully managed relationships with the U.S. And foreign government officials became the top requested instructor for integration and training assignments.
  • Responsible for designing and implementing training courses based on current needs and trends identified through research.

Infantry Leader

United States Marine Corps
, United States
11.2003 - 11.2011
  • 2004 - 2007: 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion- Deployed to Haiti to conduct combat operations, as well as provide humanitarian aid.
  • 2nd Deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom as a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) Scout Team Leader/TOW Gunner. Conducted daily patrols, raids, route security, and provided overwatch positions for the U.S. Coalition forces.
  • Volunteered for 3rd combat deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom as Assistant Camp Commandant of U.S. military base Camp Korean Village.
  • Jun 2007 - Nov 2011: Stationed in Quantico, VA, Weapons Training Battalion. Trained officers to successfully achieve advanced marksmanship skills.
  • Aug 2008: Selected as Chief Instructor for the High-Risk Personnel Course (HRP), with 10 Marine Sergeants appointed as direct reports.
  • Sep - Oct 2009: Deployed to Tbilisi, Georgia, as lead training instructor for Georgian troops with specialty skills, preparing for a strategic mission in Afghanistan.
  • Jan 2010 - Became the Staff Non Commissioned Officer In Charge of the High Risk Personnel Course.
  • Developed the Advanced Combat Engagement Course (ACE), implemented by the USMC as a credited course.
  • Conducted pre-and post-mission vehicle inspections to ensure operational readiness.
  • Maintained daily logs of all maintenance activities performed on assigned vehicles.
  • Operated Light Armored Vehicle in a variety of terrain, including urban and desert environments.
  • Trained personnel in the operation and maintenance of LAV systems.
  • Tested new weapons systems mounted on LAVs before deployment into combat zones.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice Administration

Northern Virginia Community College / Park University
Alexandria, VA

Skills

Skills and strengths

  • High adaptability
  • Oral and written communication
  • Creative and strategic thinking
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Organization and attention to detail
  • Training and development
  • Active listening and problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Integrity and loyalty
  • Leadership
  • Proven ability to quickly learn required skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal(2), Combat Action Ribbon (Two Theatres), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (2), Iraqi Campaign Medal Sea Service Deployment Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Meritorious Mast Award/Recognition, Certificate of Commendation, Certificate of Appreciation.

Certification

  • Formal School Instructor Course
  • Curriculum Developers Course
  • High Risk Personnel Course
  • Foreign Weapons Instructor Course
  • Dynamic Entry Course
  • FBI Overseas Security Awareness Program
  • Protective Security Specialist Course
  • Basic Field Firearms Officer Course
  • Combat Marksmanship Trainer Course

Timeline

Mortgage Loan Officer

Rocket Mortgage
11.2023 - Current

Lead Instructor - Training Integration

Triple Canopy
11.2011 - 01.2020

Infantry Leader

United States Marine Corps
11.2003 - 11.2011

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice Administration

Northern Virginia Community College / Park University

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