Chris Thobaben
Co-Founder/CEO at Maren-go Solutions Corporation- Claim this Profile
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Tom Thobaben
Chris is the kind of guy that doesn't quit. You can give him a job and he will find a way to get it done.
Tom Thobaben
Chris is the kind of guy that doesn't quit. You can give him a job and he will find a way to get it done.
Tom Thobaben
Chris is the kind of guy that doesn't quit. You can give him a job and he will find a way to get it done.
Tom Thobaben
Chris is the kind of guy that doesn't quit. You can give him a job and he will find a way to get it done.
Credentials
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Demonstrated Logistician Program (DLP)
SOLE-The International Society of LogisticsMar, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Demonstrated Master Logistician
SOLE-The International Society of LogisticsMar, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Maren-go Solutions Corporation
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder/CEO
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Dec 2018 - Present
Maren-go is a team of veterans and industry experts in robotics, AI, and sensor integration addressing the problems our warfighters face today and developing elegant solutions that can be deployed rapidly and at lower costs than traditional solutions. Maren-go is a team of veterans and industry experts in robotics, AI, and sensor integration addressing the problems our warfighters face today and developing elegant solutions that can be deployed rapidly and at lower costs than traditional solutions.
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Autonomy Institute
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisor
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May 2021 - Present
As an adviser, I provide key leadership, education and advice to the Autonomy Institute in the realm of advance autonomy, infrastructure, and AI at the edge. As an adviser, I provide key leadership, education and advice to the Autonomy Institute in the realm of advance autonomy, infrastructure, and AI at the edge.
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Military Officer
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Oct 2020 - Present
Establish and build a pretense for the Marine Corps veteran community in the Oregon and SW Washington areas that enables active and reserve Marines to quickly get the support they need to maintain employment and receive support needed for a healthy and productive life outside of the Marine Corps. Industry and private employers looking to get in touch with Marines in our region or across the country, let me know! We objectively make better employees and can grow with your business. As a reserve Marine, I can help connect the questions from industry and Marines so we can move forward together. Show less
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Community Roots Collaborative
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Vancouver, Washington, United States
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Volunteer Executive Director/Treasurer
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Nov 2018 - Present
Executive Director ensuring all day to day and sustained operations are competed to support the overall support of the individuals supported by Community Roots. Beyond basic responsibilities of Treasurer, acting as part of the working board to accelerate and mobilize our communities response to homelessness and the lack of affordable housing. Vision: Homelessness and affordable housing is a growing epidemic we face in Vancouver, Clark County, and across the country. We have listened to those most affected by this trend and seek to address the trend with a unique community based approach that ensures a permanent, safe, home is the start to a transformative process. Our homes will be part of a community support network and a focal point for entities that deliver essential wrap around services to address underlying issues that created the original crisis. Show less
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Marine Forces Reserve
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United States
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Armed Forces
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400 - 500 Employee
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Logistics Officer
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2020
Work within task organized teams to advance Marine Corps Reserve policies that shape and improve the Reserve capacity to respond when called upon. Work within task organized teams to advance Marine Corps Reserve policies that shape and improve the Reserve capacity to respond when called upon.
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Logistics Innovation Analyst
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Apr 2017 - Oct 2018
Developed a new direction in Marine Corps logistics distribution and accountability. Created proof of concept demonstrations assembling all required enablers and material requirements. Sought to provide operational components with feasible transition plan that integrated into current operations and helps shape future capabilities. Developed a new direction in Marine Corps logistics distribution and accountability. Created proof of concept demonstrations assembling all required enablers and material requirements. Sought to provide operational components with feasible transition plan that integrated into current operations and helps shape future capabilities.
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Green Corps International
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United States
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Director of Logistics
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Apr 2015 - Oct 2018
Provides tailored solutions to supply chain and logistical requirements associated with each GreenCorps project. Supervises sourcing efforts for housing while acting as the primary coordination point for adjacent and supporting organizations. Member of core team that developed GreenCorps’ vision and operational goals for the 501(c)3 to help prevent and respond to veteran homelessness. Provides tailored solutions to supply chain and logistical requirements associated with each GreenCorps project. Supervises sourcing efforts for housing while acting as the primary coordination point for adjacent and supporting organizations. Member of core team that developed GreenCorps’ vision and operational goals for the 501(c)3 to help prevent and respond to veteran homelessness.
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Provider Job Source
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Co-Founder
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Dec 2015 - Mar 2018
Working hand in hand with my wife and a small, dedicated, team, we have created the next generation of healthcare provider job search resource. We planned, developed, and launched the only healthcare provider job search resource that allows healthcare providers to find jobs based on their exact locations using filters unique to the healthcare industry while providing healthcare employers applicants that are genuinely interested in the position they are applying for because they are informed. Everyone saves precious time. Job seekers can get away from searching "metro areas" and long lists of jobs to apply to they might be interested in. Employers save money using one of the most affordable and efficient ways to attract physicians and mid-level providers on the internet. Check us out and spread the word so we can help change the provider job search world! www.providerjobsource.com Show less
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Marine Forces Reserve
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United States
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Armed Forces
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400 - 500 Employee
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Future Operations Officer, CLR-4 (USMCR)
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May 2014 - Apr 2017
Lead the identification, planning, and transition of operational and tactical training opportunities for a dispersed Regiment of nearly 2,500 Marines and Sailors across the United States. Ensure that all Marines are proficient in their individual readiness standards and that the Regiment is FOC with validated Mission Essential Tasks. • Assumed the C4 Logistics Battle Captain role during Ulchi-Freedom Guardian 14 in Korea and received a letter of commendation from the Corps’ two star Commanding General for distinguished performance and noteworthy results. • Assisted in the planning and execution of the first Marine Corps Reserve element’s participation in an active duty Marine Expeditionary Force level exercise. • Acted as Assistant Planning Cell OIC for Operation Ardent Sentry simulating the response of the Marine Corps in the case of a large scale natural disaster. • Senior planner and head operations cell officer for the largest multi-national training event on the continent of Africa in 2016. Show less
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ABF Freight
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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Branch Manager/Supply Chain Consultant
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Dec 2014 - Feb 2017
-Manages all aspects of operations and sales at a $1.3MM Branch. -Develops team atmosphere with drivers, customers and vendors to ensure team success. -Trains, develops, and works with terminal staff to ensure efficient operation of the terminal to maximize customer value. - Acts as the region's representative for ABF to ensure the local community and businesses have full access to the range of services and supply chain solutions offered by ABF Freight and ArcBest -Leverages full spectrum of supply chain services to solve customer problems or leverage opportunities to increase productivity and efficiency while meeting customer demands. As the principal subsidiary of ArcBest, ABF operates as a global provider of customizable supply chain solutions. ABF enhances supply-chain efficiencies and achieves optimum performance by focusing on specific logistics needs and customizing innovative solutions. ABF's resource-rich infrastructure includes an innovative Dual-System Network for regional and national transportation. Its portfolio of logistics services extends from the manufacturers floor around to expedited and/or white-glove final delivery. In between, customers benefit from a single point of contact at their local branch and total end-to-end supply chain visibility. Show less
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Cotton Southern Bistro
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Chesapeake, VA
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Founding Partner
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Apr 2011 - Apr 2016
Assisted in the founding of Cotton Southern Bistro during the “Great Recession” and subsequent expansion to a second location providing financing, logistical planning, business development, P&L management, and human resource guidance. Assisted in the founding of Cotton Southern Bistro during the “Great Recession” and subsequent expansion to a second location providing financing, logistical planning, business development, P&L management, and human resource guidance.
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General Mills
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Soup Technical Coordinator
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Mar 2014 - Dec 2014
Accountable for Team Leader development and mapping/executing department initiatives to achieve Department objectives, with heavy focus on leveraging Continuous Improvement Processes and root cause analysis. Accountable for leading a cross functional salaried Team & 150 operators to achieve scorecard objectives in a 20MM case Progresso Soup Department. Managed day to day operation of line to ensure safe and efficient production. Oversaw the coordination of all inputs into the system with close coordination from several members of the support team to ensure that the production schedule was not delayed or interrupted from the flow of product into the process. Show less
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Marine Corps Recruiting
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Motor Transport Officer, Marine Corps Security Force Regiment
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Apr 2013 - Mar 2014
Steer the identification of operational logistic requirements and management of support services that include embarkation, transportation, material readiness, medical, ammunition, ordnance, and fiscal that enable the global operations of MCSFR’s 3,200 Marines and Sailors in 18 Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST) Platoons, four FAST Companies on four continents, and two continental but geographically dispersed Security Battalions operating 365 days a year. Acted as the Green Belt and Lean Champion for a Rapid Imprvement Events addressing material support and throughput of supplies to customers to add value and better meet customer demand. Show less
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Force Preservation Officer (Collateral Billet), Marine Corps Security Force Regiment
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Nov 2010 - Mar 2014
An innovative position used as an example for the Marine Corps that innovatively consolidates all 29 force Preservation Programs under one officer that ensures policy awareness and achievement of commanders intent. Plan and manage each individual project and program’s application. -Invigorated and developed the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, as the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, reducing the number of victims of sexual assault by 85% over three years.-Tenaciously struck out to help destroy the stigma around asking for help as one of less than 30 Operational Stress Control and Readiness Master Trainers in the Marine Corps. Realized impact rests in three averted/prevented suicides and no suicides for almost three years.-Evaluated and studied potential root causes of sexual assault within the Marine Corps and provided program development guidance. Findings and suggestions have shaped Headquarters Marine Corps perception on program improvement with potential institution wide application. -Designed and applied a Force Preservation model for Marine Corps Security Force Regiment that was embraced by Headquarters Marine Corps and is pending potential broader application throughout the Marine Corps. Show less
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Headquarters and Service Company Commander, Marine Corps Security Force Regiment
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Apr 2011 - Apr 2013
Directed the development and mentoring of more than 230 Marines and Sailors across a dispersed command that directly supported all elements of MCSFR on four different continents sustaining 24/7/365 operations.• Researched, developed, and initiated an alternative equipment/Marine deployment method capitalizing on lifts of opportunity with air transportation cost avoidance for MCSFR of more than $850,000 or 34%.• Designed and applied a Force Preservation model for H&S Company that was embraced by MCSFR. Headquarters Marine Corps has embraced the model and is evaluating potential application throughout the Marine Corps to help streamline and improve force preservation programs.• Championed a manpower structure project that defined staffing shortfalls and produced solutions to ensure mission accomplishment.• Managed and lead MCSFR’s transition from legacy Supply Chain Management systems to the modern Global Combat Support System Marine Corps (GCSS-MC) as the Unit Coordinator, ensuring 364 Marines around the world were effectively trained in 32 different course subjects with uninterrupted support to all to operations in response to the “Arab Spring”. Show less
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Motor Transport Officer/Material Readiness Officer, Marine Corps Security Force Regiment
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Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
-Directly responsible for the supervision, development, and mentoring of Marines in both the Motor Transport Platoon and the Maintenance Management Office.-Direct and manage the transition to an Oracle e-Business Suite to create a near real time single integrated supply/maintenance system.-Perpetually work to improve mission readiness through material support and maintenance across all functional areas.-Execute collateral billets of Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Operational Stress Control and Readiness Program Manager; and Suicide Prevention Officer Show less
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Logistics Advisor, II Marine Headquarter Group
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Feb 2009 - Jul 2010
Assigned as the Logistics Advisor to the Iraqi Army 14th Division in operational and tactical level combat operations advising an Iraqi Colonel and his 30 officers and staff. Also acted as the Logistics Officer for the 14th IA Military Transition Team ensuring all logistical support to an isolated team of 21 Marines and its five isolated subordinate Brigade Transition Teams. Served as the Logistics Advisor for a division level staff, typically a field grade level assignment, helping to improve the overall material readiness of the Division from below 20% to greater than 60% while helping establish formal lines of communication to higher headquarters through a shadow tracking system that leveraged advisors at all levels of command.Successfully acted as the KOR for four build projects worth a total value of $1.7 million.Managed more than $5 million dollars of Theatre Provided Equipment and Consolidated Memorandum Record material before preparing and successfully redeploying the equipment and more than 40 Marines to three separate bases in United States.Received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for meritorious service beyond my expected rank and grade. Show less
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Support Company Commander, CLB-8, CLR-2
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Nov 2008 - Feb 2009
Directed the stand up and development of 130 Marine command task organized to support ground combat forces taking part in the surge in OEF.
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Motor Transport Platoon Commander, CLB-6, CLR-2
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Aug 2006 - Feb 2009
Lead, trained, and mentored more than 40 Marines in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom with Combat Logistics Battalion 6. Provided direct support to combat operations in Al Anbar province executing more than 70 tactical resupply missions over more than 13,000 miles of degraded road systems plagued by enemy Improvised Explosive Devices and ambushes. Managed more than $3 million dollars of Consolidated Memorandum Record material.Received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for professional achievement in the superior performance of my duties. Show less
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Assistant Manager
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May 2006 - Jan 2007
Acted as the Assistant Manager of a Sherwin-Williams retail store and then a Duron Paint retail store. Following the acquisition of Duron Paints, acted as the assistant manager of the Winchester Duron store to instill Sherwin Williams cultural/technical concepts to its employees to smooth transition into the Sherwin-Williams family. Responsibilities ranged from job site visits and customer relations to inventory management and employee hiring. Designed and supervised an advertising and sale campaign, Colors of the Shenandoah Valley, which expanded sales for the duration of the sale by more than 10%. Acted as Manager of a Duron Paints store for a month supervising all phases of operations and sales. Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2013
Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management
Master of Science (MS), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management -
2002 - 2006
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government -
1998 - 2002
Clinton Massie High School
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