Shannon Grant
Poplar Bluff,MO
Summary
- I am an 8 year military veteran who earned several medals and awards for superior performance in academic, tactical and technical capacities. I served in Operation Iraqi Freedom 1 and 2. Effectively trained, supervised and mentored teams under high stress conditions. Completed over 400 bomb squad security missions in hostile environments. To include asset protection and delivery. I'm now looking to further my career. I have excellent observant and good conflict management skills. I own/owned a government contracting company (Combat Vet Supply Company) and Founded Combat Warrior Relief Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit that focuses on combat veterans. I have ran my government contracting company successfully since 2018 until Covid really took a toll on the business. During this time I brokered contracts between my company and the United States Government. Since Ive stayed as active as I can with the foundation but funds are dwindled and am not able to do as much as I would like.
- Focused Combat Engineer with knowledge and skills needed to implement efficient procedures and lead and mentor peers. Background working in all kinds of conditions and handling multiple duties simultaneously. Ready to employ exceptional team assistance, mentoring and decision- making talents. Protective by nature.
- Task-oriented individual challenged with supervising team members in regulations compliance. Composed Combat Engineer with background implementing safety information as it pertains to critical strategic planning. Astute engineer with track record of rapidly executing missions in support of combat operations. Strategic leader dedicated to excellence, efficiency and readiness across high-pressure and high-conflict environments. Practiced at providing teams with support, resources and motivation to succeed.
- I am skilled at brokering government contracts and negotiating of terms. Very detail oriented and specific about products and what I need from them and what I expect the financials to be.
- Skilled at helping combat injured veterans.
- After leaving the military I have dedicated my time to being a father. My son is 14 years old. Ive coached and mentored him to the best of my ability with the income the VA has allowed me to have after my hummer being hit with an IED. I want a better future for my son and myself. I am thankful for the benefits but it is time to move on and upward in order to reach the goals I have set. With the proper guidance and team I see no limit to what we can accomplish. I hold my son and combat veterans dear to my heart but have learned through experience it takes connections, teamwork, and money to do great things. I am thankful for this opportunity and given a chance I will pour my heart and soul into a new life just as I did for our country at war except this time I will be fighting/working for and with my new circle. Its my dream to be able to provide for my son and my family and to be able to give veterans a place to go to rest and fish on the ocean to relieve their minds of their sacrifices. There is just so much more to life than the way I am living it. If you take a chance on me you will not regret it. Im very hungry and eager to learn.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Combat Engineer Team Leader/Sergeant
United States Army
Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Performed over 400 combat Missions as a Combat Engineer and Sniper/Designated Marksman for Explosive Ordinance Disposal Teams
- Helped ensure all 30 platoon members and EOD members returned home alive
- Received 9 medals for valor and military expertise.
- Continued missions after IED hummer Explosion and Several ambushes including close mortar explosions and periods of unconsciousness.
- Communicated urgent orders and directions effectively to team of 12 personnel.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training and live fire exercises and all engineer dismounted battle drills
- Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat
- Trained in use of tear gas and explosives
- Employed, fired and recovered anti-personnel and anti-tank IED's
- Prepared documents for destruction
- Operated and maintained communications equipment
- Expert in tactical and technical explosive guidance. (SAPPER)
- Surveyed and analyzed terrain to determine optimum equipment placement and use
- Operated and maintained equipment worth $2,000,000 in lethal areas
- Recommended retransmission equipment based on capabilities of equipment and mission requirements
- Tracked personnel and supplies
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $250,000
- Aided superiors in planning, resourcing and execution of more than 400 mounted and dismounted operations
- Reviewed disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations
- Planned and briefed personnel on missions
- Gathered evidence and processed crime scenes and evidence
- Maintained security of local areas and performed route clearance for visiting high-ranking officials
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers
President and Chief Executive Officer
Combat Vet Supply Company
Poplar Bluff, Missouri, MO
01.2017 - Current
- Achieved under-budget and on-time project management to adhere to project goals.
- Mitigated regulatory risks by overseeing adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
- Conducted research on emerging trends within industry and capitalized on finds to develop new products, services and strategies.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email .
- Increased workflow by analyzing data and maximizing opportunities for improved productivity across several areas.
- Attended trade shows and client meetings, promoting brand and building rapport with prospects.
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Improved supply chain to reduce materials costs and optimize distribution.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- As president of this company I brokered contracts between my company and others as a SDVOSB working to supply the United States Government with any supplies that were needed. Once I found a contract I was interested in I would find a supplier and reach an agreement on price, directly after that i would put a bid in on the contract to the US government. Upon successful winning of the contracts I would then insure the product was shipped on time or if it was going to be late I would make arrangements to deliver it myself.
Non-Profit Director
Combat Warrior Relief Foundation
Poplar Bluff, MO
01.2018 - Current
- Controlled resources and assets for activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Helped Combat Veterans apply for and receive Healthcare and Benefits
- Ran a complex system to stop veterans from killing themselves.
- Raised awareness of problems veterans are facing
- Helped as many veterans with limited availability to resources.
Education
No Degree - Federal Contractor Training
US Federal Contractor Training
St. Petersburg, FLDieselTechnician/Mechanic certificate - Diesel Mechanics/Green Diesel
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, Missouri2015
Associate of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona/Online2009
Advanced Marksmanship Training - Advanced Combat Marksmanship
US Army
Ft. Polk2003
Combat Engineer - Combat and Explosives
US Army
Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri2001
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Past Secret Security Clearance
- Troubleshooting
- Organized
- Complex data management
- Project management
- Trained in counter-terrorism strategies
- Trained in cross-cultural communication
- Very Computer Literate
- Interested in Learning
- Global logistics distribution
- Shipping and transportation planning
- Warehouse operations knowledge
- Supply management
- Purchasing coordination
- Skilled researcher
- Team leader
- Budget analysis
- Firearm and explosives handling
- Weapons training
- Operations management
- Skilled in asset protection and delivery
Timeline
Non-Profit Director
Combat Warrior Relief Foundation
01.2018 - Current
President and Chief Executive Officer
Combat Vet Supply Company
01.2017 - Current
Combat Engineer Team Leader/Sergeant
United States Army
01.2001 - 01.2009
No Degree - Federal Contractor Training
US Federal Contractor Training
DieselTechnician/Mechanic certificate - Diesel Mechanics/Green Diesel
Three Rivers College
Associate of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Advanced Marksmanship Training - Advanced Combat Marksmanship
US Army
Combat Engineer - Combat and Explosives
US Army
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