Preston Eckhardt

Mission-driven Intelligence Analyst with over 6 years of experience in All-Source Intelligence. Currently hold a TOP SECRET Security Clearance (TS/SCI), and maintain a proven track record with references of applying advanced research and analytical skills to identify and counter threats. Ability to work collaboratively and lead in high-pressure situations. Effective at writing reports, managing records and conducting briefings on intelligence-related topics to key leaders. Continuously work to be at the friction point of every organizational issue, so as to facilitate an environment where problems are solved prior to adverse compounding effects. Have real-world intelligence operations experience within the US, Korea, Afghanistan and Kuwait. Played a pivotal role in advising high-ranking Afghan generals and intelligence operatives in cyber-security and counter-intelligence ops; leaving the Afghan Army, Border Force and National Police in Southern Afghanistan highly-trained and prepared to assume operational control once we left country.

- Avid Stock and Cryptocurrency trader

- Founder and CEO of an investing firm; Ares Investing LLC