ROY LOVE
Summary
Versatile leader and Senior Executive with a proven history of success leading complex organizations. Highly skilled in strategic leadership, resilience building, leader and employee development, communications, project management, and budget management. Expert in team building, collaborating, and leading teams to operational excellence. Talented business leader bringing 30 years of experience as accomplished Executive Director. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in Operational Planning and transformation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
President Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) 501(c3)
Association Of Naval Services Officers
08.2023 - Current
- Led the Board of Directors for a Leadership Resource Group dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and fostering leadership, education, and career development within the US NAVY, COAST GUARD, MARINE CORPS, and MERCHANT MARINES.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Chief of Staff/Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Commander Navy Installations Command
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Organized and led meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Enabled the continuous development of improved integrated solutions supporting the sustainability of Navy shore infrastructure, including training and resources
- Coordinated across government agencies and departments to provide installation management and operations to port operations, DODEA Schools, housing, airfields, security, utilities, land planning, environmental requirements, emergency resources, and installation support services.
- Communicated directly with Pentagon, Congress, White House Senior Staff, and Senior Echelon Chiefs of Staff coordinating efforts across 2,000 staff members and 10 Navy Regions.
- Advised the Commander on management of an annual budget of $10.8BB+ and 53,000+ employees globally, ensuring the success of all operations throughout 70 naval installations.
- Drove internal/external communication, including social media platforms, drafting, and approving final content for the enterprise.
Commanding Officer
Naval Base San Diego
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Championed continuous improvement strategically aligned to network goals and strategic plan. Oversaw the security and operations of the 2nd largest naval base globally, consisting of 57 warships, 214 tenant organizations, $7.5BB+ in assets, and an annual budget of $282MM+
- Supervised the safety and wellness, and expansion of the installation population from 35,000 to 50,000+ personnel over three years, maintaining efficient operations while functioning 18%- 20% under budget each year.
- Directly supervised 1,200+ employees and 800+ contractors in the equivalent of a small city, managing Port Operations, Military Police, Child Development centers, Security & Fire Department, two hotels, multiple dormitories, the largest commissary in the Navy, over 5,000 military homes, health department(s), and Public Works division
- Directly supervised the Navy's largest Family Service Counseling, Morale Welfare, Recreation, and Health & Wellness programs
- Coordinated improvement and collaboration efforts with the mayor's offices (s) and School Superintendents of San Diego, National City, Chula Vista, and their respective Police & Fire departments
- Participated in strategic planning and public relations while serving as the Navy's Regional Education Program Leader for 100,000+ sailors and their families in the San Diego area working with three separate School District superintendents
Division Chief – Operations
Joint Chiefs of Staff at Arlington
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Advised the senior members of the J3 Operations Director for the office of the Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff and led joint staff planning for military operations and training in the Pacific Command, Northern Command, and Southern Command
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Participated in the planning and deployment of humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and POTUS travel to the Pacific in response to North Korean and Chinese incitements
- Coordinated efforts with the Department of Defense and National Security Council.
- Implemented comprehensive training operations, inspections and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies and engagement strategy
Branch Leader – Cruiser & Destroyer Modernization
Office of the Chief of Naval Operations at Arlington
05.2013 - 04.2014
- Oversaw planning and budgeting for the modernization and maintenance of 100+ Cruisers and Destroyers
- Supervised six senior personnel, coordinating the funding of all work for the entire Ship maintenance and modernization force in the United States
- Oversaw the testing and evaluation of vessel capabilities
- Provided sound data analysis and advice during discussions between the Senior Navy Leaders, Congress, and Secretary of Defense regarding the budgetary allocations for the Cruiser & Destroyer division
- Created and implemented a phased 'transformation' plan that enhanced the lifespan of 6 Cruisers at $1BB+ each, reducing $3BB+ in operational, modernization, and maintenance costs over ten years
Commanding Officer
Afloat Training Group Mayport at Jacksonville
12.2011 - 04.2013
- Directed the daily operations of training & development programs aboard Naval vessels, averaging 200+ instructors, 118,000+ Atlantic Fleet Navy personnel, and 186 ships
- Supervised instructors in the delivery of focused on leadership, anti-terrorism, engineering, damage control, communication, intelligence, combat systems, seamanship, flight deck, search & rescue, aviation, visit board search, logistics, medical, and supply management
- Assessed personnel and vessel capabilities, providing detailed feedback to shore-based schools and system(s) commanders
- Streamlined training operations and procedures, significantly reducing total training time from 33 to 23 weeks
- Generated a new and improved navigation training curriculum, employing a synthetic training environment to boost learning and reduce related costs by $7MM+
Education
Master of Arts in National Security & Strategic Studies -
US Naval War College
Ph.D. program Human Capital Development (HCD) -
University of Southern Mississippi
05.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation -
SUNY Maritime College
New York, NY 05.1989 - 05.1993
Skills
- Workforce Improvements
- Policy Development
- Product Development
- Project Management
- Talent Recruitment
- Process Improvement
- Cost Control
- Operations Oversight
- Employee Development
- Organizational Development
- Employee Relations
- Leadership Development
Websites
Certification
- Fire & Repair Team Leader Certificate
- Ammo Inventory Management Certificate
- Damage Control Assistant Certificate
- Gas Free Engineer Certificate
- Amphibious Expeditionary Warfare Operations Staff Planner Certificate
- Anti-Terrorism Certificate
- Executive Leadership & Ethics Certificate
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Coach Certificate
- Resilience Building: Resilience Building Leadership Professional - Trainer Certified
- BD1 - BLUEDRAGON HCA ANALYST CERTIFICATION COURSE - (2021)
Languages
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
President Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) 501(c3)
Association Of Naval Services Officers
08.2023 - Current
Ph.D. program Human Capital Development (HCD) -
University of Southern Mississippi
05.2022 - Current
Chief of Staff/Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Commander Navy Installations Command
07.2019 - 07.2021
Commanding Officer
Naval Base San Diego
07.2016 - 06.2019
Division Chief – Operations
Joint Chiefs of Staff at Arlington
04.2014 - 06.2016
Branch Leader – Cruiser & Destroyer Modernization
Office of the Chief of Naval Operations at Arlington
05.2013 - 04.2014
Commanding Officer
Afloat Training Group Mayport at Jacksonville
12.2011 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation -
SUNY Maritime College
05.1989 - 05.1993
- Fire & Repair Team Leader Certificate
- Ammo Inventory Management Certificate
- Damage Control Assistant Certificate
- Gas Free Engineer Certificate
- Amphibious Expeditionary Warfare Operations Staff Planner Certificate
- Anti-Terrorism Certificate
- Executive Leadership & Ethics Certificate
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Coach Certificate
- Resilience Building: Resilience Building Leadership Professional - Trainer Certified
- BD1 - BLUEDRAGON HCA ANALYST CERTIFICATION COURSE - (2021)
Master of Arts in National Security & Strategic Studies -
US Naval War College
Training And Development
- Leadership & Management & Ethics
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Bias Awareness
- Employee Relations
- Anti-Harassment
- Sexual Assault Prevention
- Suicide Awareness and Prevention
- Transgender Policy
- Equal Opportunity Policy
- Alcohol & Drug Abuse
- Stress & Suicide
- Resilience Building Professional
- Coaching
- Mentoring
Professional Memberships
- Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO), President, Member
- National Naval Officers Association (NNOA), Lifetime Member, Counselor, and Mentor
- Hispanics Inspiring Students' Performance and Achievement (HISPA), Board of Directors
- American Latino Veterans, Board of Advisors
- We Are All Human/Hispanic Star, Mentor, Contributing Author, and Influencer
Training And Development
- Leadership & Management & Ethics
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Bias Awareness
- Employee Relations
- Anti-Harassment
- Sexual Assault Prevention
- Suicide Awareness and Prevention
- Transgender Policy
- Equal Opportunity Policy
- Alcohol & Drug Abuse
- Stress & Suicide
Professional Memberships
- Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO), President, Member
- National Naval Officers Association (NNOA), Lifetime Member, Counselor, and Mentor
- Hispanics Inspiring Students' Performance and Achievement (HISPA), Board of Directors
- American Latino Veterans, Board of Advisors
- We Are All Human/Hispanic Star, Mentor, Contributing Author, and Influencer
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