Morgan Labita
Tampa
Summary
Dynamic strategist with a proven track record in the United States Marine Corps and now at the University of South Florida, adept at team work and independent research and skilled in planning and coordination, I excel in small unit leadership and dynamic communication, enhancing strategy and organizational effectiveness. Passionate about driving impactful initiatives for veterans, the community and national security
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Future Strategist
Global and National Security Institute
01.2025 - Current
Expanding knowledge of National Security through collaboration with a multitude of different partners in the defense industry
Student Fellow
Institute of Strategic Policy Solutions
08.2024 - Current
- Currently partnering with Stetson Law firm's Veterans Advocacy Clinic on an event to provide legal services to veterans
- Implementing "VetTalks" with St. Petersburg College, an informal class educating veterans on the opportunities available to them post service
- Expecting to implement the "Vet Olympics" at St. Petersburg College, an interactive carnival style event meant to bring both veterans and non veterans in the Florida college system together for a day of fun, competition and education
- Assisted the Institute of Strategic Policy Solutions in advertisement, promotion and execution of events throughout the Pinellas county area (Ex. Annual beach clean up and State of the Beaches)
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed service desk, assisting new members of the battalion in operating their Common Access Card (CAC)
- Managed and oversaw all trouble call operations pertaining to the battalion
- Identified and immediately resolved issues with network devices.
- Assisted IT staff on troubleshooting issues and closing calls.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2026
Skills
- Teamwork & Leadership: In my opinion one thing hat often gets overlooked in the desirable skills of a team member is the ability to not just be a leader, but to know when to follow I believe I have been very fortunate enough to become aware of this and thus I believe I have developed both leadership and teamwork skills
- Planning and Coordination: Being able to serve in a multitude of different leadership billets in the military I have been able to hone and refine my organizational abilities
- Customer Service: My time as a helpdesk administrator required me to constantly be speaking over the phone, through email and in person with a wide variety of people on a daily basis, constantly improving my communication skills
Timeline
Future Strategist
Global and National Security Institute
01.2025 - Current
Student Fellow
Institute of Strategic Policy Solutions
08.2024 - Current
Network Administrator
United States Marine Corps
08.2019 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
University of South Florida
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