Experience

North Carolina National Guard

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Counterdrug Program: Deputy Director

  • Apr 2018 - Present

  ● Co-authored annual State Plan forecasting program budget requirements and mission scope; signed by Governor● Directed headquarters personnel in daily operations; budget oversight for program, average funding of $2.65M● Overhauled operations management for improved support to law enforcement (customers) and maximize program resources● Streamlined program’s IT processes as SME for most end-user needs; advocated use of new software/ technology ● Expanded scope of service capabilities of Counterdrug Program by creating Civil Operations division; now a program leader throughout the southeast with invitations to speak at national conventions● Forged partnership with state agencies, NC Department of Health and Human Services, in developing strategic action plans for purpose of supporting prevention-based coalitions in execution of federal grant funds over next five years● Enhanced marketing and registration process of training courses offered through Counterdrug Program website by incorporating web APPs that resulted in 14% increase to class enrollment

• Commissioned Officer

  • Aug 2012 - Present

  ● Oversaw the management, training, discipline, morale, health, and equipment readiness of 120 soldiers with over $14M in government property● Cultivated culture within unit that emphasized empowerment, integrity, and initiative● Selected to lead team of 100 soldiers that deployed to DC in response to January 6 as part of a real-world mission● Spearheaded joint training operation involving NC National Guard soldiers and NC emergency management personnel; improved State of Emergency response by rehearsing/ improving response procedures● Secured 15 training opportunities with outside agencies at no cost; increased capabilities and soldier skills; 25% of personnel received advanced skill specializations● Mobilized team of 25 soldiers to country of Jordan; advised and trained foreign military enhancing regional international partnerships● Mentored 20 subordinates for nine months that resulted in 15% being awarded medals for “excellence” by exceeding expectations of duty requirements

• Knowledge Management Officer

  • Jan 2017 - Apr 2018

  ● Advocated use of knowledge management tools throughout organization; informed senior leaders on benefits of standardized process in order to allow for greater knowledge flow within organization; resulted in 17% decrease of level 1 support request for information● Facilitated quarterly meetings informing 10 senior leaders of organization on current projects that impact entire NC National Guard force; senior leaders provide guidance / direction based on strategic goals of organization● Lead team of eight to develop organization wide mobile APP that has been deployed to >1000 users; APP is significant real time communication tool enabling sharing of information (job openings, news alerts, recruiter locations, etc.) to entire NC National Guard force● Upgraded internal collaboration software, significant version update required specialized training; developed internal “train-the-trainer” training enabling rapid dissemination throughout organization within three months



Orion International

• Pakistan
• Machinery Manufacturing

• Web Developer

  • Jul 2004 - Feb 2010

  ● Redesigned corporate website and marketing materials resulting in 7.2% increase to brand recognition ● Expanded IT department capabilities in order to support hosting internal websites in-house; reduced yearly expenses of department by 75% by eliminating variable cost ● Recruited and trained support team of three enabling company to expand internal marketing capabilities with staff dedicated to unique projects identified by senior executives as strategic priorities ● Integrated with four other departments, such as Recruiting, in order to enhance initiatives through creation of custom marketing campaigns resulting in 32% increase to hiring event attendees