Ruben Ramos
San Antonio
Summary
Strategic executive with over a decade of senior leadership in global operations and international program management within the Department of Defense. Expertise in translating enterprise strategy into tactical work plans across multi-national environments. Skilled in cultivating partnerships with foreign executives, managing multi-million-dollar portfolios, and advancing community advocacy initiatives while enhancing enterprise brand reputation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior International Program Manager & Strategic Planner
U.S. ARMY SOUTH (ARSOUTH) / U.S. SOUTHERN COMMAND
01.2019 - Current
- Directed international security cooperation programs as senior representative and subject matter expert for strategy execution with partner nations in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean, enhancing collaboration and alignment on security objectives.
- Managed operations at forward locations to support regional initiatives.
- Managed international program initiatives to enhance regional security cooperation and interoperability.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans for multinational exercises and training events.
- Led assessments of partner nation capabilities, identifying areas for improvement and resource allocation.
Director of Professional Development & Leadership Training
U.S. ARMY FIELD ARTILLERY SCHOOL / TRAINING CENTER
Lawton, OK
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Leadership Development: Personally certified and mentored top-tier management-level personnel (field grade officers, senior executives, and technical consultants) on command processes, unified operations, and organizational leadership.
- Supervised diverse staff of 67 instructors and corporate civilians to coordinate and deliver 12,900 curriculum hours annually for 982 high-level leaders and international students, enhancing leadership capabilities across multiple sectors.
- Certified and mentored top-tier management-level personnel (field grade officers, senior executives, and technical consultants) on command processes, unified operations, and organizational leadership, strengthening leadership effectiveness and operational cohesion.
- Managed all property, infrastructure, and material assets required to execute complex training schedules safely and within regulatory boundaries, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
International Senior Operations Manager & Business Unit Director
3RD ARMORED BRIGADE COMBAT TEAM, 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Directed organizational health, logistics, and asset readiness for rapid-deployment forces in successive executive leadership roles as Unit Commander and Operations Officer.
- Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization: Spearheaded procurement, inventory control, and asset distribution for a 492-person business unit; managed logistics operations centers, refueling strategies, and precise corporate financial metrics.
- Personnel & Community Advocacy: Provided executive leadership and welfare oversight to business units comprised of 150 to 300+ personnel. Directed the Family Support and Readiness Group, championing initiatives to support spouses and families.
- Spearheaded procurement, inventory control, and asset distribution for 492-person business unit, managing logistics operations centers and refueling strategies to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Cross-Functional Team Integration: Collaborated with public relations (PAO), marketing, and psychological operations teams to refine brand communication, structure information campaigns, and manage key stakeholder engagements.
Operations Integration & Logistics Manager
3RD BRIGADE, 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Coordinated operational capabilities and logistics schedules across cross-functional teams in high-stakes environments to enhance mission readiness.
- Resource Integration: Formulated data-driven recommendations on asset employment and logistics deployment, empowering senior directors to leverage $24M+ portfolios seamlessly.
- Managed public relations and civil affairs, facilitating collaboration between internal units and external community stakeholders to support localized program initiatives.
- Authored long-range enterprise training calendars and operations directives, implementing daily execution modifications to optimize workforce efficiency and resource utilization.
Education
Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) - Concentration in American Foreign Policy
Johns Hopkins University – School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Washington, D.C.08-2019
Master of Arts (MA) - Leadership and Management
Webster University
St. Louis, MOBachelor of Arts (BA) - Business Administration
Antillean University
Mayagüez, Puerto RicoCommand and General Staff College (CGSC) - Advanced Operational Design Programs
U.S. Army Combined Arms Center
Fort Leavenworth, KSSkills
- Enterprise strategy alignment
- Lifecycle execution
- C-Suite relations
- Portfolio management
- Crisis communications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Candidate Project Management Institute (Expected Completion: August 2026)
- Tools: Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Logistics Information Systems
- High-Performing Team Cultivation: Over a decade of experience directly leading and developing diverse personnel structures ranging from dedicated corporate teams of 67 to expansive operational business units exceeding 490 professionals
- Global Cultural Awareness
- Operational trend analysis
- Analytical Decision Making
- Team development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior International Program Manager & Strategic Planner
U.S. ARMY SOUTH (ARSOUTH) / U.S. SOUTHERN COMMAND
01.2019 - Current
Director of Professional Development & Leadership Training
U.S. ARMY FIELD ARTILLERY SCHOOL / TRAINING CENTER
01.2016 - 01.2017
International Senior Operations Manager & Business Unit Director
3RD ARMORED BRIGADE COMBAT TEAM, 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION
01.2011 - 01.2015
Operations Integration & Logistics Manager
3RD BRIGADE, 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION
01.2006 - 01.2009
Command and General Staff College (CGSC) - Advanced Operational Design Programs
U.S. Army Combined Arms Center
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Business Administration
Antillean University
Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) - Concentration in American Foreign Policy
Johns Hopkins University – School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Master of Arts (MA) - Leadership and Management
Webster University