Experience

American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM)

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Industry Security Committee Co-Chair

  • May 2022 - Present

• Industry Security Committee Member

  • May 2017 - May 2022



Louisiana Chemical Association

• United States
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Industry Security Committee Member

  • Jan 2017 - Present



BASF

• Germany
• Chemical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Area Security Manager

  • Oct 2016 - Present

  Corporate Area Security Manager - 20016 to Present Overseeing Multiple Federal Security Programs (MTSA, CFATS, CTPAT) at various Federally Rated Tiered Sites, of which one is Second Largest Chemical Site/Arena ($4.9 Bn. in value) in the World. These sites supporting dozens of industries with a Global Customer base where I collaborate with numerous internal & external federal entities. Through collaboration we ensure our Security Programs align with the company’s vision and values while maintaining compliance, risk mitigation and fiscal stability. Selected Contributions:  Organized and Lead a regulatory workshop for a Congressman, 5 Fortune 500 Companies, 4 Industry Trade Associations, Department of Homeland Security Contracting Agency, and Local USCG MSU to align on new federal security regulatory requirements which could have a negative financial; and operational impact to multiple industries.  Advised State Congressman, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Governmental Affairs, Human Resources and Legal on the status of security issues/investigations and emerging threats (internal/external) on an on-going basis to build security awareness continuity.  Facilitated, conducted, and oversaw investigations of security-related incidents and allegations in coordination with appropriate functions (e. g., Government, Compliance, HR, Communications and Corporate Audit).  Directed activities in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining progressive security practices and processes (in accordance with governing regulations) to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure and liability in all areas of information (cybersecurity), financial, assets, physical, personal, and reputational risk.  Maintained an external network with industry peers, security trades (AFPM/ACC/LCA,ILTA), local/ state/ federal law enforcement agencies including (DHS, TSA,USCG, DEA, FBI).



Cenergy International Services

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Global Logistics & Security Advisor/ USCG MARAD FSO

  • Jan 2004 - Dec 2015

  Shell/ Motiva Security Projects & Turnaround Site Liaison (MTSA FSO) 12/2014 to 12/2015 Shell Global Logistics Management & Security Advisor (Gabon, Africa) 9/2014 to 12/2014 Shell C&P Global Material Management Liaison/ GOM Track & Trace Lead 2/2013 to 9/2014 Chevron Global Logistics & Security Advisor (GOM, Nigeria, India) 1/2012 to 2/2013 Shell Western Hemisphere Logistics & Security SME (Brazil, Canada, GOM) 2007 to 2011 Spearheaded a wide range of regional & global operational and business development functions, developing innovative logistical & security solutions to key issues in the oil & gas industry. Utilized and developed new logistics processes & security procedures to manage $250+ Million account for multiple Global Transportation Lines while simultaneously supporting operations primarily in India, Alaska, Canada, Brazil, Africa plus other 10 BU’s to increase KPI efficiencies thru operational & technical enhancements. Directly lead a team of 10-15 from three separate vendors in multiple countries.



6th District Constable

• Deputy Constable (part time)

  • Apr 2004 - Apr 2014

  Support, take direction n from Elected Constable E.J “Joe” Bourgeois as it pertains to all legal matters within the 4 cities boundaries of the 6th District. Selected Contributions:  Execute and return all process, warrants, summons, and judgment enforcement documents  Acting Liaison between the defendant and plaintiff with the Justice of the Peace.  Interviewed and reported out on all facts of pending cases for District “Judge” Justice of Peace & Constable. Support, take direction n from Elected Constable E.J “Joe” Bourgeois as it pertains to all legal matters within the 4 cities boundaries of the 6th District. Selected Contributions:  Execute and return all process, warrants, summons, and judgment enforcement documents  Acting Liaison between the defendant and plaintiff with the Justice of the Peace.  Interviewed and reported out on all facts of pending cases for District “Judge” Justice of Peace & Constable.



Blackwater USA

• Security and Investigations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Team Lead

  • Aug 2005 - Oct 2005

  Organized and transported while providing Personal Protection for High Profile Groups and Individuals throughout heavily hostile and damaged areas. Selected Contributions:  Liaison between private security company, local authority, government officials, and military personnel.  Assisted in hiring in-take process.  Evaluated and implemented multiple site security procedures to ensure peace and continuity.  Exercised protection for individuals, groups and camps thru various methods in alignment with the law.



Marine Corps Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Logistics Operations Manager - S4 - Scout Sniper Attachement

  • Oct 1997 - Oct 2005

  Earned series of promotions through progressively responsible positions, holding accountability for multimillion-dollar assets and providing consistently high-caliber training, direction, and performance management to teams of 10-25. Performed best-practice project planning and management to ensure on-time availability of mission-critical resources, collaborating and liaising cross-functionally for key support services and providing ongoing risk analysis / management. Managed, trained, coached, and mentored personnel across both professional and technical skill sets for multiple tactical environments, including urban, combat, and austere environments. Selected Contributions:  Selected to provide transportation & personal protective services for high-ranking officials and dignitaries in IRAQ.  Planned, trained and supervised marines conducting convoys in various environments thru regions of the United States and Middle East.  Conducted security assessments on logistical routes, buildings, compounds, and territories in collaboration with multiple internal and external agencies.  Mitigated danger by utilizing all means necessary from implementing proactive procedures and actions as well as reacting to volatile threats from escape and evade, or advance and attack tactics depending on situation and resources available.  Planned, trained and supervised marines conducting convoys in various environments as well as regions of the United States and Middle East.  Provided oversights and protection while gathering intelligence on persons and environments prior to main force proceeding thru designated area.  Prepared and ensured readiness of 325 vehicles scheduled for deployment overseas while holding responsibility for 150+ vehicles and 25+ Marines in the United States & Middle East region.  Seamlessly managed the challenging situation of assuming a higher grade supervisory role over personnel for three years over.