Experience

The Graduate School at Northwestern University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Career Transition/Graduate Student

  • May 2022 - Present

  After transitioning from the military, I took a career break to decide what was next for myself and my family. I am grateful to have a new path and to be a part of a wonderful cohort aspiring to become a Licenced Professional Counselor. After transitioning from the military, I took a career break to decide what was next for myself and my family. I am grateful to have a new path and to be a part of a wonderful cohort aspiring to become a Licenced Professional Counselor.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Special Boat Team 12 - Director of Training and Curriculum

  • Oct 2020 - May 2022

  In October of 2020, I took a senior position for Training and Curriculum at Special Boat Team 12. In this role I managed 25 tactical instructors annually during six-month high-risk training programs. I was responsible for risk mitigation and safety measures of 220 Special Warfare Operators while in training status and a senior tactical advisor for maritime special operations. Specialties: • Operations • Leadership • Team Building • Logistics • Problem Solving • Budget Planning •… Show more In October of 2020, I took a senior position for Training and Curriculum at Special Boat Team 12. In this role I managed 25 tactical instructors annually during six-month high-risk training programs. I was responsible for risk mitigation and safety measures of 220 Special Warfare Operators while in training status and a senior tactical advisor for maritime special operations. Specialties: • Operations • Leadership • Team Building • Logistics • Problem Solving • Budget Planning • Communications • Risk Management • R&D

• Special Boat Team 12 - Operations Detachment Commander

  • Jun 2018 - Oct 2020

• Naval Special Warfare Unit ONE - Operations Senior Advisor

  • May 2015 - Jun 2018

  In May of 2015 I accepted a rewarding opportunity as key advisor between US Special Operations Teams, US Embassy Country Teams, and Global Partnerships in Asia Pacific. My role included creating and assessing short and long-term objectives, planning logistics, and optimizing a multi-million-dollar budget for six major operations and activities annually. The framework of success was through cultivating interagency and multinational relationships that increase Special Operations Forces brand and… Show more In May of 2015 I accepted a rewarding opportunity as key advisor between US Special Operations Teams, US Embassy Country Teams, and Global Partnerships in Asia Pacific. My role included creating and assessing short and long-term objectives, planning logistics, and optimizing a multi-million-dollar budget for six major operations and activities annually. The framework of success was through cultivating interagency and multinational relationships that increase Special Operations Forces brand and support for national interests. During this time, I was able to initiate a major transformational change to support national strategies and meet strategic bilateral goals. Specialties: • Project Management • International Relations • Logistics • Strategy • Communication • Risk Management • Collaboration • Global Partnership Development

• Special Boat Team 12 - Operations Team Lead

  • Jun 2012 - May 2015

• Naval Special Warfare Group FOUR - Program Coordinator

  • May 2010 - Jun 2012

• Special Boat Team 12 - Special Warfare Combatant Craft Crewman (SWCC)

  • Aug 2004 - May 2010

  SWCC is a part of the United States Naval Special Warfare Command team that operates and maintains an inventory of small craft used to conduct special operations missions, particularly those of the U.S. Navy SEALs. Individually, SEALs and SWCC go through separate specialized training programs that emphasize special operations in the maritime environment. SWCC are trained extensively in craft and weapons tactics, techniques, and procedures. Focusing on clandestine infiltration and… Show more SWCC is a part of the United States Naval Special Warfare Command team that operates and maintains an inventory of small craft used to conduct special operations missions, particularly those of the U.S. Navy SEALs. Individually, SEALs and SWCC go through separate specialized training programs that emphasize special operations in the maritime environment. SWCC are trained extensively in craft and weapons tactics, techniques, and procedures. Focusing on clandestine infiltration and exfiltration of SEALs and other special operations forces, SWCC provides dedicated, rapid mobility in shallow water areas where large ships cannot operate. SWCC must be physically fit, highly motivated, combat-focused, and responsive in high-stress situations.

• Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman

  • Jul 1999 - Aug 2004



The Honor Foundation

• United States
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Alumni

  • May 2021 - Jul 2021

  The Honor Foundation The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique graduate-level career transition institute created exclusively for the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world-class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service careers. If you are looking for the one thing that… Show more The Honor Foundation The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique graduate-level career transition institute created exclusively for the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world-class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service careers. If you are looking for the one thing that makes THF special, it may be this: every decision we make is the product of co-creation with actual members of the Special Operations community. We seek their input constantly. We approach challenges the way they do. We strive to hold ourselves to their impeccable standards. We achieve because we follow the lead of the world’s highest achievers. The Mission: "To serve others with honor, for life. So, their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world. Specialties: Real Estate • Investing • Asset Management • Marketing • Business Development • Sales • Leadership • Strategic Planning • Performance Motivation • Communications • Finance • Creativity • Customer Service • Logistics • Operations • Start-Up • Non-Profit Show less The Honor Foundation The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique graduate-level career transition institute created exclusively for the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world-class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service careers. If you are looking for the one thing that… Show more The Honor Foundation The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique graduate-level career transition institute created exclusively for the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world-class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service careers. If you are looking for the one thing that makes THF special, it may be this: every decision we make is the product of co-creation with actual members of the Special Operations community. We seek their input constantly. We approach challenges the way they do. We strive to hold ourselves to their impeccable standards. We achieve because we follow the lead of the world’s highest achievers. The Mission: "To serve others with honor, for life. So, their next mission is clear and continues to impact the world. Specialties: Real Estate • Investing • Asset Management • Marketing • Business Development • Sales • Leadership • Strategic Planning • Performance Motivation • Communications • Finance • Creativity • Customer Service • Logistics • Operations • Start-Up • Non-Profit Show less