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Education
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Rayan Quddus

Queens,NY

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in the Army National Guard, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and leading training initiatives. Adept in crisis management and critical thinking, I excel in high-pressure environments, driving team success and ensuring mission readiness. Honored with the Meritorious Service Award for exceptional dedication and leadership during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialist

Army National Guard
New York, NY
04.2021 - Current
  • Streamlined daily operations to improve team efficiency and task management.
  • Facilitated training for lower-ranked soldiers, maintaining high levels of operational readiness.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking in combat scenarios to support mission objectives.
  • Enhanced team proficiency in fitness, navigation, marksmanship, fieldcraft, and combat tactics.
  • Supported reconnaissance missions by mobilizing troops and equipment effectively.
  • Provided instruction on safe handling of weapons to soldiers across branches.
  • Taught over 30 soldiers various communication methods, increasing overall platoon effectiveness.
  • Honored with Army's Meritorious Service Award for exceptional professionalism and dedication during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Investigative Reporter

Daily Star Journal
Dhaka, Bangladesh
01.2012 - 11.2014
  • Developed ideas or material for columns or commentaries by analyzing and interpreting news, current issues or personal experiences.
  • Conducted in-depth research on a wide range of topics to prepare for interviews and articles.
  • Gathered facts from documents, databases, government records, and other sources.
  • Wrote detailed reports on breaking news developments as they occurred in real-time.
  • Shaped narrative on key issues through polished storytelling and knowledge of public opinion.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Education

University of Maryland Global Campus
New York, NY
07-2024

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Crisis management
  • Team leadership
  • Operational efficiency
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Surveillance and covert operations
  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
  • Self-defense techniques
  • Analytical skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Mental resilience
  • Self-discipline
  • Firearms handling
  • Crowd management
  • Advanced lethal weapons training
  • Risk mitigation
  • Defensive tactics training
  • Cultural awareness

Affiliations

  • Studying philosophy and mathematics
  • Animal Rescue
  • Traveling to every single country in the world
  • Reading books about history and politics

Languages

English
Full Professional
Bengali
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional
Urdu
Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Accomplishments

  • Outstanding Service Award during Operation Enduring Sentinel, Djibouti, Africa
  • Meritious Service Award during Operation Tomahawk, Djibouti, Africa
  • Exceptional Service Award during Operation Counter-Terrorism EXFORD-AFRICOM

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Specialist

Army National Guard
04.2021 - Current

Investigative Reporter

Daily Star Journal
01.2012 - 11.2014

Associate of Arts - General Education

University of Maryland Global Campus
Rayan Quddus