Shawn Banzhaf
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented higher education executive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in streamlining operations, increasing profits and maximizing market penetration. Decisive leader promoting operational improvements, market expansion and positive corporate culture as keys to success. Versatile business leader bringing 30 years of experience as accomplished leader and public servant. Strategic problem-solver, change manager and visionary executive with success implementing plans to meet current and future needs. Key expertise in veteran success innovations.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assoc. Dir Student Success and Academic Innovation
Pat Tillman Veterans Center, ASU
Tempe, AZ
11.2017 - Current
- Provided strategic analysis for student success life cycles, communication needs.
- Analyzed impacts of regulatory changes on operations and developed mitigation plans.
- Oversaw business calendar of events and scheduled key initiatives.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
- Kept operations responsive and agile with proactive troubleshooting and problem-solving of routine and complex concerns.
- Communicated all capacity, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management.
- Lead teams of up to 40 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Lead Facilitator ASU's LIA 294 (CLAS) Co-Facilitator VTS and COM 302 (CISA)
President
Staff Council, ASU
Tempe, AZ
07.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term council objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Oversaw hiring, adding valuable, talented professionals to strengthen management team.
- Supervised and inspired 200 staff council members and advocates to achieve optimal productivity.
- Oversee 10 committee chairs, and executive board of elected members.
Published Writer
Self-employeed
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - Current
- Published The Five Ls: A Practical Guide for Helping Loved Ones Heal After Trauma
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
- Provided writing support for various projects and departments, i.e. Veterans Writing Circle Virginia G. Piper writing center
- Self publicized and self promoted published work.
Senior Trainer and Consultant
Culturally Intelligent Training And Consulting
Phoenix, AZ
01.2020 - Current
- Quickly developed and adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
Associate Pastor
Ascend Church/Chi Alpha Campus Ministries
Tempe, AZ
10.2009 - 12.2020
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Responsible for non-profit budget margins and raising funds for ministry work.
Platoon Sergeant
Nebraska Army National Guard
Chadron, NE
04.1990 - 10.2012
- Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) Combat Veteran 06-07, 100 combat missions in and around Baghdad during high stress deployment, awarded Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Supervised firing platoon, maintained firing capability and organized platoon defense.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Trained, supervised and organized over hundreds of soldiers and personnel.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
Police Sergeant
Chadron Police Department
Chadron, NE
04.2001 - 09.2009
- Mitigated risks by accurately analyzing and evaluating criminal complaints, citations and search warrants while processing crime scenes for district attorney and magistrate office case preparation.
- Accompanied police officers during shifts to evaluate performance and resolve incorrect behaviors.
- Engaged with local individuals and community leaders to discuss crime reduction strategies.
- Planned, scheduled and supervised work of 12 subordinates.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Established and enforced employee performance policies.
- Motivated and trained squad members to become proficient with equipment and daily tasks.
- Led shift briefings to inform officers of properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Sociology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE12.2010
Skills
- Program oversight
- Revenue Growth
- Financial Leadership
- Marketing Expertise
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Budgeting
- Staff Management
- Teambuilding
- Interpersonal Communication
- Business administration
- Consulting
Certification
- Certified Suicide Prevention Specialist, American Association of Suicidolgy - 2022
- Enneagram Accredited Practitioner, Integrative Enneagram Solutions
- Certified Enneagram Accredited Practitioner,, Integrative Enneagram Solutions-2021-Present
- Licensed Minister - 2017
- Global Advocacy Certificate , Arizona State University - 2019-2020
Timeline
President
Staff Council, ASU
07.2022 - Current
Published Writer
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
Senior Trainer and Consultant
Culturally Intelligent Training And Consulting
01.2020 - Current
Assoc. Dir Student Success and Academic Innovation
Pat Tillman Veterans Center, ASU
11.2017 - Current
Associate Pastor
Ascend Church/Chi Alpha Campus Ministries
10.2009 - 12.2020
Police Sergeant
Chadron Police Department
04.2001 - 09.2009
Platoon Sergeant
Nebraska Army National Guard
04.1990 - 10.2012
Master of Arts - Sociology
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Chadron State College
- Certified Suicide Prevention Specialist, American Association of Suicidolgy - 2022
- Enneagram Accredited Practitioner, Integrative Enneagram Solutions
- Certified Enneagram Accredited Practitioner,, Integrative Enneagram Solutions-2021-Present
- Licensed Minister - 2017
- Global Advocacy Certificate , Arizona State University - 2019-2020
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