Senior Naval Science Instructor (NJROTC)

• Aug 2022 - Present

Leads the Naval Science Department within Allentown High School District Supervises the award-winning Naval Science Department, staff, and all NJROTC program activities for 100+ students, to include a competition Drill Team, Color Guard, Academics Team, Air Rifle Team, and Orienteering Team. Responsible for inventory and control of all government equipment, budgetary management, public relations with local community, and the development & delivery of a diverse 4-year curriculum to include: CITIZENSHIP -- Instilling values of good, responsible citizenship. NAVAL ORIENTATION -- Basic introduction to the Navy’s customs and traditions. NAVAL OPERATIONS/ORGANIZATION -- Familiarization with national naval strategy and daily military operations. NAVAL HISTORY -- History of the United States Navy from the colonial period to the present. NAVIGATION -- Introduction to piloting and navigation. SEAMANSHIP -- Introduction to basic seamanship and ship handling. LEADERSHIP -- Ongoing study of leadership, with opportunities to develop leadership abilities. NAUTICAL ASTRONOMY -- Study of astronomy and its use in navigation. ELECTRONICS -- Introduction to electronics as the basis for communications and weapons systems. OCEANOGRAPHY -- Information on the collection of data on the world's ocean systems. DRILLS, COMMANDS, AND CEREMONIES -- Close order drill and parade ceremonies. PHYSICAL FITNESS -- Activities to promote healthy, active lifestyles.

Assistant Swim Coach (Varsity Boys & Girls)

• Nov 2022 - Present

Assisted in the supervision and leadership of the Boys and Girls Varsity Swimming Teams; Head Conditioning Coach. During first year: - Incorporated a revamped and highly effective strength and conditioning (dryland) program resulting in increased strength, expanded mobility, and faster swim times. - Boys team successful within a highly competitive 3A conference finishing with a 7-win season - Girls PAC All-Conference Second Team (Backstroke) - Qualified five girls and the entire boys team for District Championships (a first for the program) - Boys team finished 4th place at PIAA District 1 Championships - Qualified one (1) freshmen girl and four (4) boys to the PIAA State Championships - Qualified two (2) Boys Relay team to PIAA State Championships (a first for the program)

Adjunct Professor, Marine Corps University - College of Distance Education

• Nov 2019 - Present

Provides U.S. Marine Corps officers with graduate level professional military education and training to produce skilled warfighting leaders able to overcome diverse 21st century security challenges. Delivers graduate-level, distance education to adult learners through Socratic method to include lessons in leadership, ethics, theory, operations planning, and national security studies. Facilitates collaborative planning exercises, using a case-study approach to immerse students in complexity. Develops critical thinkers, innovative problem solvers, and ethical leaders who will serve as commanders and staff officers in service, joint, interagency, and multinational organizations confronting complex and uncertain security environments.

Planning Commission Member

• Jan 2022 - Present

Senior Naval Science Instructor (NJROTC)

• Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

As Department Head of Naval Science within Lenape Regional High School District, led and managed all NJROTC program requirements, scheduling, curriculum development and activities for 100+ students. Revamped, restructured, and reinvigorated the program to create an atmosphere of service, responsibility, and development. Reintroduced out-of-area field trips to expand NJROTC experience for Cadets to include historical and military practical applications. Hosted a highly-successful, regional drill training event and competition for first-year cadets from more than 10 schools across the North East region.Led NJROTC program to multiple awards during the 2021-2022 year, to include M.A.S.T postal champions (Academic and Athletic), Sterling Drill Meet Athletic Team placement, and various New Jersey Regional Army JROTC "Commander's Cup" first place awards.

Assistant Swim Coach (Boys Varsity)

• Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

Assisted in the success of the Boys Swim Team during highly complex season, as no dedicated pool for training/competition and limited to only 3 practices per week.Despite challenges, accomplishments include:- Breaking of multiple School Records- First 10-win season in school history- First win in a meter pool- Ranked in Top 20 of New Jersey throughout Season

Executive Vice President of Operations | Director, Corporate Campus

• Jan 2020 - May 2021

Senior Military Executive (Commander) assigned for daily management of all Department of the Navy projects, operations, and activities in Philadelphia area, including support for 9,000+ government and military employees across two dispersed campus locations, totaling 495 acres.Supervised the timely and effective execution of a $6.4M operating budget and $100M for U.S. Department of Defense installation and facilities projects including management of all G&A costs. Led the management of all facility and operating services to include all Naval Security Forces, Fire & Emergency Services Department, Emergency Management Operations, Funeral Honors ceremonial team, installation Child Development Center serving 100+ DoD families, state-of-the-art Fitness Center and training staff, MWR office, Navy Exchange store/barbershop, four eateries, two U.S. Post Offices and Pass and ID offices.

Chief Operating Officer - Navy Destroyer (USS STOUT)

• May 2018 - Dec 2019

Selected among only top 19% of all eligible, senior officers across the U.S. Navy for an afloat command position (Fleet-Up). Oversaw all internal partnerships and programs for more than 500 employees and led the organization's daily operations, scheduling, risk management, staff training, information and communications technology resources. Portfolio also included: information technology (IT) strategic planning; systems acquisition and integration, internal and external communications, social media, public relations, marketing, and outreach. As organization's overall maintenance manager (3M), led STOUT to score above fleet average during deployment certification. All 8 categories of assessment were above fleet average to include a 98% overall score for shipwide health services. Noted by assessors: "STOUT Sailors have an extremely high degree of integrity and displayed responsibility for their actions throughout; heavy leadership involvement throughout." Received accolades from the senior fleet inspector for establishing and maintaining “the Navy’s finest Zone Inspection program in existence".Significant increase in Command Climate survey results during his tenure. Ship received both the prestigious Battle Effectiveness (BATTLE E) award and Retention Excellence Award (Golden Anchor) distinguishing as a top performing Atlantic Fleet ship. Recipient of inaugural Self-Sufficiency Award pennant, a testament to reduced costs and increased efficiency.Hand-selected as host sponsor for critical US / Caribbean Diplomatic and partnership engagement. Hand-Selected to plan, lead, and execute rare U.S. and Japanese Mutual Naval partnership within the Atlantic area of responsibility.Managed the execution of more than $35M in renovation and repairs to a critical, National Security asset.

Deputy Director, Strategic Initiatives Group - Atlantic Fleet

• Sep 2016 - May 2018

2-Star Admiral’s Strategic Development and Special Projects Group.Hand-picked Flag Aide for Rear Admiral; Project Lead; Red Team.Led the planning and coordination of executive-level, warship readiness analysis, to include innovative projects to implement circadian sleep cycles, advanced critique processes, and human factors studies. Implemented an innovative circadian rhythm sleep cycle program for all shipboard crews.Served as leader and key decision maker for a restructured training symposium for more than 100 participants, collaborating with various stakeholders (50+) to achieve 4-star Admiral’s strategy for command leadership development.

Senior Manager (Strategy Development & Planning) - U.S. European Command Headquarters

• Jul 2013 - Sep 2016

Development and team collaboration lead for multiple, strategic, bilateral and combined, National Security contingency options to be presented to the Joint Staff, Secretary of Defense, and POTUS for execution.Successfully drafted, revised, and finalized numerous contingency plans for Supreme Allied Commander, Europe (SACEUR).Led a continued planning initiative to maintain joint and combined efforts across multiple geographic areas and military commands, including Central Command, Transportation Command, Africa Command, Special Operations Command, and NATO.

Naval Officer

• May 2001 - Jun 2013

Excelled at leadership, training, education, management and safe navigation of various U.S. warships.Varying assignments across geographic locations to include leading warship Divisions and Departments (25-75 personnel).Developed and managed Leadership training and education for mid-level managers (Department Heads).Project Manager for U. S. Navy's first 360° Leadership Assessment systemMultiple assignments as International military liaison officer to include planning and coordination with Israel, Turkey, Jordan, Egypt, France, and the Royal Navy (UK).Successfully served in various military operations and joint exercises to include: IRAQI FREEDOM, ENDURING FREEDOM, ACTIVE ENDEAVOR, NOBLE EAGLE.

Founder and Director: Non-profit military CrossFit affiliate

• Sep 2008 - Sep 2018

Non-profit military CrossFit affiliate providing safe and effective functional fitness training for active and reserve U.S. military members in Virginia, Rhode Island, Germany and in various austere overseas locations through distance coaching and programming. Non-profit military CrossFit affiliate providing safe and effective functional fitness training for active and reserve U.S. military members in Virginia, Rhode Island, Germany and in various austere overseas locations through distance coaching and programming.

Advanced Acoustics Analyst

• Jul 1994 - Aug 1997

Processed, analyzed, and reported acoustic sensor data to include: analyzing undersea acoustic data using state-of-the-art equipment and algorithms in a post processing or near-real time command and control environment while developing contact solution. Displayed knowledge and advanced application of: - physics of underwater sound and acoustic signal processing - contact/target motion analysis techniques - subjective analysis and acoustic sensor certification methodology - support for at-sea systems testing and data collection