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Stacy Zinn

Stacy Zinn

Billings,MT

Summary

Twenty-three year law enforcement professional, with years of experience in the field as well as years of experience as a chief executive. Experienced and results-driven leader specializing in counterterrorism and drug trafficking interdiction, with a focus on Middle Eastern narco-terrorist and Mexican drug cartels. Skilled in developing and executing strategic initiatives to enhance national security, and adept at working in partnership with law enforcement agencies to tackle complex threats. Strong analytical abilities and a proven history of delivering impactful solutions to combat organized crime and terrorism.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Agent in Charge

Drug Enforcement Administration
Billings, MT
11.2018 - 09.2023
  • Chief of all statewide enforcement operations.
  • Oversaw all Special Agents, Intelligence Analysts, and support staff in Montana. Directed the financial budget for the Billings, Missoula and Great Falls offices.
  • Collaborated with local & state law enforcement leadership, U.S. Attorney's office, federal agency heads and Canadian counterparts.
  • Conducted educational drug presentations throughout Montana, and was a regular liaison to television and print media.
  • Built relationships with the Native American community and oversaw the CJNG multi-agency T-III investigation.

Supervisory Special Agent

DEA
Billings, MT
03.2014 - 10.2018
  • Group Supervisor of the Tactical Diversion Squad, which specialized in opiate investigations for the Eastern District of MT.

Special Agent

DEA
Lima, Peru
09.2008 - 03.2014
  • Provided expertise to Peruvian law enforcement on developing international cocaine cases.
  • Implemented coordination strategies with foreign regional drug enforcement officials while building the Peruvian wire interception program.

Special Agent

DEA
FAST, Afghanistan
03.2005 - 09.2008
  • Only female to be selected for the Foreign Advisory Support Team (FAST). Duties included: tactical and covert operations, destroying heroin labs, and building international conspiracy cases against narco-terrorist organizations.
  • Additional missions in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

Special Agent

DEA
El Paso, TX
06.2001 - 03.2005
  • Conducted investigations into international cartels, including drug trafficking, money laundering and organized crime.

Executive Protection Agent

Self-employed
Dallas, TX
04.1993 - 01.2001
  • Provided close protection services to clients while traveling domestically & internationally.
  • Conducted threat assessments, and managed security operations. Developed and implemented emergency response plans in the event of a security breach.

Education

Master of Science - Combo: Mass Comm/Public Comm/Business Admin

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05-1992

BBA - Marketing

University of Texas in Arlington
Arlington
05-1989

Skills

Prioritizing and problem-solving

Proficient investigative techniques and witness interrogation skills

Affective leadership in high-stress situations

Quick and effective decision-making capabilities

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the Attorney General's Award, FLEOA Award and awards for FBI Operation Baja Kings & FBI Operation Kryptonite presented by the Western District Attorney's Office.

Timeline

Resident Agent in Charge

Drug Enforcement Administration
11.2018 - 09.2023

Supervisory Special Agent

DEA
03.2014 - 10.2018

Special Agent

DEA
09.2008 - 03.2014

Special Agent

DEA
03.2005 - 09.2008

Special Agent

DEA
06.2001 - 03.2005

Executive Protection Agent

Self-employed
04.1993 - 01.2001

Master of Science - Combo: Mass Comm/Public Comm/Business Admin

Texas Tech University

BBA - Marketing

University of Texas in Arlington

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