Thomas F. Parks III
Riverside
Summary
Proactive professional with a strong ability to adapt to new challenges. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a history of building effective relationships with clients and team members. Committed to driving team success and delivering positive outcomes.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD GOLF INSTRUCTOR
1st Tee Of Greater KC
Kansas City
01.2022 - Current
- Instructed youth in golf fundamentals and techniques during practice sessions.
- Coordinated group clinics focused on enhancing teamwork and sportsmanship among participants.
- Engaged with parents to provide updates on student progress and achievements.
ASSISTANT GOLF COACH
Park University
Parkville
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted in planning and executing practice sessions for student-athletes.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for team events and competitions.
- Reviewed student-athletes' academic progress and monitored eligibility requirements.
ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL
The National Golf Club Of Kansas City
Kansas City
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance member experience.
- Conducted golf lessons for players of various skill levels.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
SENIOR PROJECT DIRECTOR
International Services Inc.
Arlington Heights
09.2016 - 03.2022
- Develop and demonstrate financial and management systems for thousands of clients throughout the United States and Canada.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify and mitigate potential issues.
- Directed Business Consultants and Tax Attorneys to find solutions for profit and client expectations.
- Facilitated training sessions for team members on best practices and project tools.
- Develop the CEO’s mentality with-in owners.
- Analyzed project performance data to inform strategic decision-making processes.
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTS
Viterion Corporation
Arlington Heights
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Developed and managed all enterprise technology offerings for 18 Veterans Integrated Services Networks (VISNs) and 250 VA hospitals, and all Government Accounts in a multi-year contract for Telehealth services with the Veterans Healthcare Administration.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
- Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
MANAGING DIRECTOR/C.O.O.
PLS-Services Group
Dubai
06.2010 - 08.2014
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to business operations.
- Developed winning proposals (RFPs) within budget and quality standards for the prime contractor.
- Vetted international security firms.
- Implemented ISO-compliant quality management systems and set quality standards throughout the Middle East and Africa.
- Developed all aspects of contractual business, from initial engagement with government and non-government agencies, through contract negotiations, until notice to proceed.
- Developed all proposal development plans, contracts, and pricing for client services.
- Closed on $79,000,000 in U.S. contractual agreements through USAID, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Department of State.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
APU SOLUTIONS
Elmsford
10.2005 - 06.2010
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance staff skills and operational knowledge.
- Managed day-to-day operations of a large staff in multiple departments.
- Conducted performance reviews for direct reports and provided feedback for improvement opportunities.
INFANTRY WEAPONS OFFICER CWO3 (Marine Gunner)
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
Camp Pendleton
01.1983 - 10.2005
- Storybook USMC career that started enlisted and finished as an officer.
- 1st Marine Division Weapons Officer during the march up to Iraq in 2003.
- Advised senior officers on emerging trends in military technology.
- Developed operational plans for deployment of weapons systems.
- Targeted, fired and maintained weapons used to destroy enemy positions.
- Planned and conducted tactical and assault support missions.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2013
Skills
- US government contracts management
- USAID and DOD contracts
- Program management
- Relationship building
- Veterans transition support
- Dynamic speaking
- Client influence strategies
- Total quality management
- Strategic initiatives
- Accountability standards
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Managerial and tax accounting
Military Recognition Awards
- 2021 – ISI Presidents Council Award – 6 million in revenue
- 2020 – ISI Presidents Council Award – 3 million in revenue
- 2019 – ISI Presidents Council Award – 2 million in revenue
- 2018 - ISI Directors Award for Outstanding contributions
- 2004 - Silver Star Medal, For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy during combat.
- 2004 - Meritorious Service Medal.
- 2003, 2004 Purple Heart Medal
- 2000 - The U.S. Navy League’s General Thomas Award, For inspirational leadership.
- 1998, 1999 & 2000 - Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, For meritorious service and leadership.1998 - U.S. Marine Corps’ Drill Instructor of the Year.
- 1995 -USMC Annual Rifle Squad Competition (Squad Leader), Gold medal.
- 1991, 1994 & 1995 - Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals, For professional achievement in the performance of duty.
Community
- Member, Panel of Experts, Firestorm, 2004-Present
- Chairman, Rules and Ethics Sub-Committee, Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Afghanistan, 2010-2014
- Participant, Professional Golf Association, (PGA) Professional Golf Management Program, 2022-2025
- Certified, PGA H.O.P.E., 2023
- Member, Veterans Golf Association, (VGA)
- Local representative, Folds of Honor
Timeline
ASSISTANT GOLF COACH
Park University
03.2024 - 10.2024
ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL
The National Golf Club Of Kansas City
04.2022 - 03.2024
LEAD GOLF INSTRUCTOR
1st Tee Of Greater KC
01.2022 - Current
SENIOR PROJECT DIRECTOR
International Services Inc.
09.2016 - 03.2022
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTS
Viterion Corporation
08.2014 - 09.2016
MANAGING DIRECTOR/C.O.O.
PLS-Services Group
06.2010 - 08.2014
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
APU SOLUTIONS
10.2005 - 06.2010
INFANTRY WEAPONS OFFICER CWO3 (Marine Gunner)
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
01.1983 - 10.2005
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix