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Summary

I lead large-scale operations teams that protect critical infrastructure and respond to national crises. Most recently, I oversee a 85-person cross-functional team managing 24/7 operations and crisis response, reducing response times by 30% through strategic process improvements. With PMP certification, 3 Masters Degrees and 20 years directing multi-million dollar initiatives, I've consistently delivered 30-40% efficiency gains in every role I've led while managing teams of up to 247 professionals across cybersecurity, intelligence, data analysis, and operational planning. I build winning teams and find solutions to your toughest problems.

Impact

Experience

1. 2024-Present

   Chief Operating Officer

   U.S. NORAD NORTHCOM · Peterson Space Force Base, CO

   • Leads a team of 45 cross-functional senior military and civilian professionals and 24/7 real world operations watch floor defending North America from air, land, space, missile, maritime, and cyber attacks.
   • Synchronizes DoD support for civil authorities during natural disasters, special security events, and national crises.
   • Directs crisis management planning and response initiatives for all of NORAD and NORTHCOM operations cell, reducing operational risks by 20% and response times by 30%.
   • Serves as a trusted advisor to senior U.S. and DoD leadership, facilitating effective communication and decision-making options for strategic planning efforts.

2. 2023-2024

   National Senior Defense Fellow

   Mitchell Aerospace Institute (U.S. Air Force) · Arlington, VA

   • Selected as one of only 34 U.S. Air Force leaders for a prestigious national fellowship program focused on defense strategy.
   • Served as a key subject matter expert on F-35A capabilities, impacting logistics and long-term planning for stealth aircraft deployment.
   • Informed senior decision-makers with precise assessments of future defense needs, enhancing operational readiness for advanced U.S. military aircraft.
   • Educated both government and private sector stakeholders on the critical importance of aerospace power in protecting national interests, influencing policy and funding decisions.

3. 2021-2023

   Commander (Senior Personnel and Portfolio Manager)

   388th Operational Support Squadron · Hill Air Force Base, UT

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   • Led a team of 247 professionals in managing operations for the largest stealth aircraft operational base, contributing to a 40% increase in efficiency.
   • Championed professional development initiatives for team members in 11 different occupational functions, boosting team productivity by 30%.
   • Directed mission execution in operations, data analysis, intelligence, risk management and cybersecurity, enhancing operational performance for 3 Combat Coded 5th Generation Stealth Aircraft Squadrons.
   • Commanded an American Citizen Afghan recovery team utilizing unit resources and capabilities to save the lives of 13 Americans during the fall 2021 withdrawal.

4. 2019-2021

   Director of Operations (Operations Manager)

   34th Fighter Squadron (USAF) · Ogden, UT

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   • Directed and managed operations for 24 combat-coded F-35A stealth fighters and 64 personnel day to day, successfully managing scheduling, training, operations and professional development while executing over 5,000 training sorties and 7,000 flying hours annually.
   • Led the largest F-35 combat deployment to date, overseeing 440 personnel and 18 aircraft, completing over 2,100 missions against specific enemy targets. Awarded major annual safety award for recovering a 100 million dollar F-35 with multiple catastrophic emergencies in enemy territory.
   • Developed and maintained training standards for the unit as a combat mission-ready evaluator and instructor pilot, ensuring compliance across the squadron.
   • Managed agile combat operations for the F-35A enterprise, overseeing 144 personnel and facilitating 268 successful combat missions, prioritizing effective coordination.

Skills

Education and certifications

Service record

Branch

U.S. Air Force

Rank

O-6

Years served

2005 – Present

Specialty / MOS

11F3N

Security clearance

Top Secret/SCI