NATHAN S. PETTY
Owasso,OK
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Training Management Professional and Military Veteran with over 10 years of experience in leadership, team building, and training. Adept at strategic management, process improvement, and operational efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in planning and executing high-impact training programs, both in the classroom and on the field. Certified Military Instructor with extensive experience in operational instruction and leadership development. Known for driving organizational readiness, improving training outcomes, and fostering collaboration in fast-paced and high-stress environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance shopping experience and drive sales.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Developed product knowledge to effectively communicate features and benefits to customers.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers.
Operations and Personnel Manager
US Army
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Operations and Fleet Manager maintain the readiness of the troop fleet. coordinated meetings between civilian and government officials regarding the readiness of the fleet.
- Spearheaded the implementation of efficiency improvements for the Scout Leaders Course, working closely with TRADOC to update and streamline multiple Training Support Packages (TSPs), resulting in enhanced training effectiveness.
- Delivered sanitized capability briefings to foreign military partners, receiving recognition from senior leadership for exceptional military writing and effective instruction.
- Played a pivotal role in the development of the Senior Leader Course (SLC) curriculum, incorporating lessons learned and current tactics to maintain a 65% improvement in combat readiness across 2,500 soldiers annually.
- Developed and executed a leader development program that resulted in three internal promotions, boosting team morale and retention.
- Identified training gaps within the workforce and designed a targeted program that improved overall organizational readiness by 65%.
- Delivered sustainable employee training solutions impacting 40+ employees, leading to a 55% improvement in team efficiency.
- Provided leadership and direction during the COVID-19 pandemic, adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring continued productivity and collaboration for 100+ personnel.
- Facilitated coaching and mentoring sessions, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved teamwork and communication across departments.
Troop Training Manager
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Designed and implemented a curriculum for Battalion-level Javelin employment, supporting the integration of the Army’s newest Stryker variant, the Mobile Gun System (MGS M1128), which was adopted across the entire brigade.
- Led the creation of detailed Task, Conditions, and Standards for deployment training, resulting in a 100% pass rate for 235 soldiers in a critical training event.
- Ensured full compliance with the Digital Training Management System (DTMS), enabling the Troop to be the first in the brigade to complete all pre-deployment requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive training analysis to identify performance gaps, improving overall unit effectiveness and combat readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fulton High School
Fulton, MOSkills
- Operations Management
- Leadership & Team Development
- Training & Instruction
- Process Improvement & Lean Operations
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Employee Development & Coaching
- Safety Compliance & Risk Management
- Security & Resilience Training
- Change Management & Adaptability
Certification
- Basic and Advanced Operations and Personnel Management Courses
- Resiliency in the Workforce Course
- Equal Employment Opportunity Course
- Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Program (SHARP) Course
AWARDS AND HONORS
The Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Army Achievement Medal (5x), Army Good Conduct Medal (2x), Certificate of Achievement (8x)
Timeline
Sales Associate
Suburban Chevrolet Cadillac
12.2024 - 04.2025
Operations and Personnel Manager
US Army
10.2019 - 10.2023
Troop Training Manager
11.2016 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Fulton High School