Alvin Perkins
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Alvin Perkins
-Mar, 2017- Oct, 2024
Experience
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The Citadel Foundation
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Fundraising
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Board Of Directors
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May 2021 - Present
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RecognizeMyMilitarySkills (RMMS) LLC
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner and Managing Partner
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Sep 2012 - Present
RMMS is an online education and mentoring website to assist veterans with transitioning from the military to the private sector. RMMS is an online education and mentoring website to assist veterans with transitioning from the military to the private sector.
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Logistics Systems Incorporated
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Manager
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Jun 2015 - Mar 2017
Provides Business Financial Management (BFM) and Business Cost Estimating (BCE) Support Services to the Multinational Information Sharing Program Management Office. Oversees DoD IT contract and ensures that all contractual goals and obligations are delivered on time and with exceptional customer service in mind. Serves as the primary interface to the customer and develops and fosters a cohesive working relationship. Provides leadership and direction to project personnel by managing staff planning, assignment of work, and quality of final product. Responsible for overall project performance and quality of deliverables. Participates in routine business development activities and provide updates to business development team.
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Lanmark Technologies, Inc.
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Canada
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Utilities
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Senior Analyst/Deputy Program Manager
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Nov 2011 - Jun 2015
* Lead on-site program activities, analysis, and operations for client JIEDDO – the DoD Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization. * Created a management support system for a high-visibility contract under JIEDDO, which fell under the oversight of the Deputy Secretary of Defense, and Congress. * Established a higher standard of accountability and predictability in the division through implementation of standard processes and procedures, resulting in an established routine and clearer expectations.
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Jorge Scientific Corporation
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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Site Lead Constant Hawk - Iraq
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Feb 2010 - Sep 2011
* Directed the US Army’s Constant Hawk Program at Operating Base Speicher in Iraq – a $68 million annual contract focused on managing the aerial C-IED program as Lead Contractor under PM Aerial Common Sensors (ACS) and led by the Army Research Laboratory. * Coordinated daily aircraft operations for a fleet of 5 sensor-equipped aircraft and a total of 90 staff members distributed throughout analytical, aircraft, and support functions for US military personnel in Iraq.* Cut headcount from 95 to 75 and vehicles from 43 to 28 with zero impact on mission requirements and performance through execution of a critical reduction initiative.* Boosted operational efficiency and effectiveness by launching diverse programs, including the Constant Hawk University for educating both military and contractors on platform capabilities, resulting in higher usability.* Accomplished successful program close-out and retired contract operations through creation of an effective demobilization plan.
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Operations Manager
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Apr 2009 - Feb 2010
* Oversaw on-site operations at the Army Research Laboratory, partnering with senior management to analyze and provide recommendations on OCONUS events and all pertaining matters.* Conducted thorough evaluations to determine the effectiveness of OCONUS systems, policies, and procedures, providing recommendations for improvement as needed.* Kept the client and management current on all developments, leveraging information from on-site personnel in Iraq to drive developments.
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DRS Technologies
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India
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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Program Manager, Foreign Military Sales and Security Assistance
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Jan 2006 - Jun 2008
* Provided comprehensive leadership over $317 million in international programs, partnering with VP-level personnel to coordinate execution of contracts valued up to $300 million and located in Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and the African Union. * Spearheaded more than $500 million in projects to design, develop, and implement highly specialized communications systems and services. Border Police, and Counter Narcotics Police, Narcotics Interdiction unit, and HF/VHF communications to the Tajikistan Border Police. * Adapted to meet the stringent requirements of clients such as the US State Department, DEA, CENTCOM, EUCOM, and diverse customers in foreign military sales.
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Defense Security Cooperation Agency
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United States
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Armed Forces
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director, Army International Programs
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Oct 2003 - Jan 2006
* Directed key global projects to ensure on-time, requirements-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards. Executed all facets of multibillion-dollar security assistance efforts within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Policy) in support of US foreign policy and national security goals. • Implemented security cooperation strategies involving competitive foreign procurements and industrial participation. * Directed key global projects to ensure on-time, requirements-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards. Executed all facets of multibillion-dollar security assistance efforts within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Policy) in support of US foreign policy and national security goals. • Implemented security cooperation strategies involving competitive foreign procurements and industrial participation.
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US Army
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United States
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Law Enforcement
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1 - 100 Employee
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Artilleryman
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1979 - 2006
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Education
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Army War College
MS, Strategic Studies -
University of Central Texas (Texas A&M University Central Texas)
MS, Computer Information Systems -
The Citadel
BS, Business Administration