Patrick Kaney

Aiming to enhance my business acumen through Emory University’s MBA program, I seek to utilize my broad experience in leadership and operations management to contribute to organizational growth and promote a culture of care and understanding.

• Extensive experience managing diverse teams both in military and civilian sectors, demonstrating strong leadership and crisis management skills.
• Successfully launched and grew a legal and consultancy firm, showcasing entrepreneurial spirit and business management expertise.

• Military Outstanding Service Medal: Awarded for exceptionally meritorious service to the United States Army, recognizing my leadership and operational excellence that significantly contributed to the unit’s success.
• Army Commendation Medal: Received this prestigious medal for acts of heroism, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service. Awarded for my leadership during the deployment on the Southwest Border Mission, where I played a critical role in enhancing the safety and effectiveness of the operations.
• Armed Forces Reserve Medal: Recognizes service performed by members of the reserve components and is awarded for exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity during my service with the US Army National Guard.
• Armed Forces Service Medal: Awarded for participation in military operations not involving conflict with foreign armed forces. This included various humanitarian and peacekeeping operations that I was involved in, highlighting my commitment to service beyond combat duties.
• Army Achievement Medal: Earned for outstanding achievement or meritorious service not warranting a higher award. This was awarded for my exceptional leadership and management skills in training and leading new recruits in my unit.
• German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (Silver): A foreign military award presented by the Bundeswehr to all allied soldiers of any rank and is a testament to my proficiency and capabilities in military skills, including physical fitness, marksmanship, and a rigorous ruck march.
• Norwegian Ruck March Medal: Awarded for completing a grueling 18.6-mile march carrying a 25-pound pack within a specified time, this medal represents my physical endurance, resilience, and determination, highlighting my dedication to maintaining high physical standards in the military.

Actively participated in college varsity soccer, demonstrating teamwork and leadership, especially as a captain during the critical junior and senior years. Led a volunteer program, planning and executing community service projects, enhancing team morale and community relations during a demanding military deployment.

• An avid soccer enthusiast with a commitment to fitness and teamwork.
• Deeply involved in family and community activities, striving to build strong, supportive networks.