Experience

Madison Avenue Worldwide

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Of Staff/COO

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Oversee the development of marketing materials for Fortune 500 clients, such as the unprecedented closing and re-opening of Walt Disney WorldResort, Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line, including consumer COVID-19 protocol communications, Theme Park and Resort signage and consumer marketing tactics. In charge of maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of high-profile projects not yet known to the public for Fortune 500 clients, such as Under Armour, The Walt Disney Company, AT&T… Show more Oversee the development of marketing materials for Fortune 500 clients, such as the unprecedented closing and re-opening of Walt Disney WorldResort, Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line, including consumer COVID-19 protocol communications, Theme Park and Resort signage and consumer marketing tactics. In charge of maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of high-profile projects not yet known to the public for Fortune 500 clients, such as Under Armour, The Walt Disney Company, AT&T and Verizon Communications Inc. Responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue had the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, as well as people systems in place to effectively support doubling the size of the organization. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes and personnel designed to accommodate Madison Avenue’s rapid growth. Additional responsibilities include providing day-to-day leadership and management that mirrors Madison Avenue’s core values of urgency and innovation. Show less Oversee the development of marketing materials for Fortune 500 clients, such as the unprecedented closing and re-opening of Walt Disney WorldResort, Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line, including consumer COVID-19 protocol communications, Theme Park and Resort signage and consumer marketing tactics. In charge of maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of high-profile projects not yet known to the public for Fortune 500 clients, such as Under Armour, The Walt Disney Company, AT&T… Show more Oversee the development of marketing materials for Fortune 500 clients, such as the unprecedented closing and re-opening of Walt Disney WorldResort, Disneyland Resort and Disney Cruise Line, including consumer COVID-19 protocol communications, Theme Park and Resort signage and consumer marketing tactics. In charge of maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of high-profile projects not yet known to the public for Fortune 500 clients, such as Under Armour, The Walt Disney Company, AT&T and Verizon Communications Inc. Responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue had the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, as well as people systems in place to effectively support doubling the size of the organization. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes and personnel designed to accommodate Madison Avenue’s rapid growth. Additional responsibilities include providing day-to-day leadership and management that mirrors Madison Avenue’s core values of urgency and innovation. Show less



MGM Resorts International

• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Emergency Response Team

  • Jul 2019 - Aug 2020

  Responsible for providing specialized highly visible and covert professional armed security to specific properties to complement existing security programs. ERTOs act as a visual deterrent, intervene and respond to all levels of security and potential emergency needs including acts or threats of violence, emergencies, and life safety threats, and mitigate incidents through early detection and/or disruption of criminal conduct or other undesirable activity. Responsible for providing specialized highly visible and covert professional armed security to specific properties to complement existing security programs. ERTOs act as a visual deterrent, intervene and respond to all levels of security and potential emergency needs including acts or threats of violence, emergencies, and life safety threats, and mitigate incidents through early detection and/or disruption of criminal conduct or other undesirable activity.



Tampa Bay Lightning

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Security Specialist- Supervisor

  • Sep 2018 - Jun 2019

  Responsible for overseeing security operations for Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning and other world class entertainment events. Provided oversight and supervision to security personnel also responsible for implementing, maintaining and updating security policies, programs and procedures designed to protect the physical assets of Amalie Arena, and to provide a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, employees, vendors and contractors. • Ensure NHL policies and… Show more Responsible for overseeing security operations for Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning and other world class entertainment events. Provided oversight and supervision to security personnel also responsible for implementing, maintaining and updating security policies, programs and procedures designed to protect the physical assets of Amalie Arena, and to provide a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, employees, vendors and contractors. • Ensure NHL policies and procedures are followed as it pertains to credentialing. • Control access of restricted areas. • Enforce facility security and safety directives. • Supervise security screening and inspection of items entering the facility. • Respond to emergencies during events. • Work cooperatively with all staff members, law enforcement and fire/rescue personnel. • Responsible for the supervision and management of the arena’s front and back of the house operations Show less Responsible for overseeing security operations for Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning and other world class entertainment events. Provided oversight and supervision to security personnel also responsible for implementing, maintaining and updating security policies, programs and procedures designed to protect the physical assets of Amalie Arena, and to provide a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, employees, vendors and contractors. • Ensure NHL policies and… Show more Responsible for overseeing security operations for Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning and other world class entertainment events. Provided oversight and supervision to security personnel also responsible for implementing, maintaining and updating security policies, programs and procedures designed to protect the physical assets of Amalie Arena, and to provide a safe and secure environment for all guests, tenants, employees, vendors and contractors. • Ensure NHL policies and procedures are followed as it pertains to credentialing. • Control access of restricted areas. • Enforce facility security and safety directives. • Supervise security screening and inspection of items entering the facility. • Respond to emergencies during events. • Work cooperatively with all staff members, law enforcement and fire/rescue personnel. • Responsible for the supervision and management of the arena’s front and back of the house operations Show less



Lakeside Engineers, LLC

• Civil Engineering
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Corporate Safety & Security

  • Nov 2017 - Aug 2018

  Oversee a group of managers with direct responsibilities over Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness. Corporate Security Director responsible for security systems management, regulatory compliance, physical security, and emergency / crisis management across the enterprise. Ensure the safeguard of company's assets, intellectual property and physical safety of employees across the organization. Develop, author and maintain all critical paperwork including but not limited to policies… Show more Oversee a group of managers with direct responsibilities over Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness. Corporate Security Director responsible for security systems management, regulatory compliance, physical security, and emergency / crisis management across the enterprise. Ensure the safeguard of company's assets, intellectual property and physical safety of employees across the organization. Develop, author and maintain all critical paperwork including but not limited to policies, procedures, processes and risk assessments. Build and maintain relationships with law enforcement and first responder community. (FBI, Local, County and State Police and Fire). Incorporate and assess security operations, procedures and provide options on project contracts for clients. Provide oversight and implementation of the organization’s workplace violence threat assessment training and sexual harassment training partnering with HR, legal and management. Serve as Traffic Incident Management (TIM) instructor and trainer. Certified and trained in Incident Command System(ICS), ICS position specific, Incident Management Responder and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Show less Oversee a group of managers with direct responsibilities over Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness. Corporate Security Director responsible for security systems management, regulatory compliance, physical security, and emergency / crisis management across the enterprise. Ensure the safeguard of company's assets, intellectual property and physical safety of employees across the organization. Develop, author and maintain all critical paperwork including but not limited to policies… Show more Oversee a group of managers with direct responsibilities over Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness. Corporate Security Director responsible for security systems management, regulatory compliance, physical security, and emergency / crisis management across the enterprise. Ensure the safeguard of company's assets, intellectual property and physical safety of employees across the organization. Develop, author and maintain all critical paperwork including but not limited to policies, procedures, processes and risk assessments. Build and maintain relationships with law enforcement and first responder community. (FBI, Local, County and State Police and Fire). Incorporate and assess security operations, procedures and provide options on project contracts for clients. Provide oversight and implementation of the organization’s workplace violence threat assessment training and sexual harassment training partnering with HR, legal and management. Serve as Traffic Incident Management (TIM) instructor and trainer. Certified and trained in Incident Command System(ICS), ICS position specific, Incident Management Responder and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Show less



Madison Avenue Worldwide

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operations Officer

  • Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  CEO’s Chief Operating Officer responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively double the size of the organization in the first half of 2017 and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel… Show more CEO’s Chief Operating Officer responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively double the size of the organization in the first half of 2017 and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate Madison Avenue’s rapid growth objectives. In charge of motivating and leading a high performance management team; attracting, recruiting and retaining required members of the executive team. Act as the lead client liaison for Fortune 100 clients through direct contact with every client and partner. Additional responsibilities include providing day-to-day leadership and management that mirrors Madison Avenue’s mission and core values of urgency and innovation. In collaboration with the CEO, duties include driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives. Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes internal and external and provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company. Show less CEO’s Chief Operating Officer responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively double the size of the organization in the first half of 2017 and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel… Show more CEO’s Chief Operating Officer responsible for the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that Madison Avenue has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively double the size of the organization in the first half of 2017 and to ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. Solely responsible for developing and implementing plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate Madison Avenue’s rapid growth objectives. In charge of motivating and leading a high performance management team; attracting, recruiting and retaining required members of the executive team. Act as the lead client liaison for Fortune 100 clients through direct contact with every client and partner. Additional responsibilities include providing day-to-day leadership and management that mirrors Madison Avenue’s mission and core values of urgency and innovation. In collaboration with the CEO, duties include driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives. Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes internal and external and provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the company. Show less



Wisconsin State Patrol

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Colonel/Deputy Superintendent

  • Jul 1990 - Sep 2016

  Served as second in command for the Wisconsin State Patrol, reported directly to the Superintendent and managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Wisconsin State Patrol while overseeing the Department's mission to provide the State of Wisconsin with a comprehensive, responsive statewide law enforcement agency, independent yet supportive of local and federal law enforcement agencies. To preserve law and order; to enforce traffic and regulatory laws; and to provide security and… Show more Served as second in command for the Wisconsin State Patrol, reported directly to the Superintendent and managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Wisconsin State Patrol while overseeing the Department's mission to provide the State of Wisconsin with a comprehensive, responsive statewide law enforcement agency, independent yet supportive of local and federal law enforcement agencies. To preserve law and order; to enforce traffic and regulatory laws; and to provide security and safety services to the citizens of Wisconsin. As the Superintendent’s “Chief Operating Officer” responsibilities included directing, coordinating, supervising, and managing the training of all staff. Oversaw the operational cycles of the division and executed the command authority of the Office of the Superintendent. In the absence of the Superintendent, duties included keeping the Superintendent, the Secretary’s Office and the Governor’s Office informed of current and developing situations. Regular assignments included policy formation and framing, implementing departmental strategy and standards, budgeting and planning for expenditures, leading innovation and change management, providing daily Incident command of highly critical events throughout the state, building strong relationships across departments, collaborating with other police agencies, and fostering trust with citizens. Show less Served as second in command for the Wisconsin State Patrol, reported directly to the Superintendent and managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Wisconsin State Patrol while overseeing the Department's mission to provide the State of Wisconsin with a comprehensive, responsive statewide law enforcement agency, independent yet supportive of local and federal law enforcement agencies. To preserve law and order; to enforce traffic and regulatory laws; and to provide security and… Show more Served as second in command for the Wisconsin State Patrol, reported directly to the Superintendent and managed all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Wisconsin State Patrol while overseeing the Department's mission to provide the State of Wisconsin with a comprehensive, responsive statewide law enforcement agency, independent yet supportive of local and federal law enforcement agencies. To preserve law and order; to enforce traffic and regulatory laws; and to provide security and safety services to the citizens of Wisconsin. As the Superintendent’s “Chief Operating Officer” responsibilities included directing, coordinating, supervising, and managing the training of all staff. Oversaw the operational cycles of the division and executed the command authority of the Office of the Superintendent. In the absence of the Superintendent, duties included keeping the Superintendent, the Secretary’s Office and the Governor’s Office informed of current and developing situations. Regular assignments included policy formation and framing, implementing departmental strategy and standards, budgeting and planning for expenditures, leading innovation and change management, providing daily Incident command of highly critical events throughout the state, building strong relationships across departments, collaborating with other police agencies, and fostering trust with citizens. Show less



Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• FBI National Academy - 242 Session

  • Jul 2010 - Sep 2010

  The FBI National Academy is a program of the FBI Academy for active U.S. law enforcement personnel and also for international law enforcement personnel who seek to enhance their credentials in their field and to raise law enforcement standards, knowledge, and also cooperation worldwide. The FBI National Academy is a 10-week course. The FBI National Academy is a program of the FBI Academy for active U.S. law enforcement personnel and also for international law enforcement personnel who seek to enhance their credentials in their field and to raise law enforcement standards, knowledge, and also cooperation worldwide. The FBI National Academy is a 10-week course.



Washington County Sheriff's Department

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sheriff - Washington County

  • Jun 2003 - Jan 2007

  Served as Sheriff for the Washington County Sheriff's Department. Served as Sheriff for the 11th largest county in Wisconsin with the 8th largest Sheriff’s Department. Responsibilities included managing the department budget of over $30million and a staff of over 200 employees. As Sheriff, I was the County’s Chief Law Enforcement executive responsible for all aspect of management, operations, investigations, and the jail facility for both adult and juvenile. Oversaw the management of the… Show more Served as Sheriff for the Washington County Sheriff's Department. Served as Sheriff for the 11th largest county in Wisconsin with the 8th largest Sheriff’s Department. Responsibilities included managing the department budget of over $30million and a staff of over 200 employees. As Sheriff, I was the County’s Chief Law Enforcement executive responsible for all aspect of management, operations, investigations, and the jail facility for both adult and juvenile. Oversaw the management of the Washington County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force, Washington County SWAT team, Washington County Dive Rescue Team and the Washington County Joint Dispatch Center. Show less Served as Sheriff for the Washington County Sheriff's Department. Served as Sheriff for the 11th largest county in Wisconsin with the 8th largest Sheriff’s Department. Responsibilities included managing the department budget of over $30million and a staff of over 200 employees. As Sheriff, I was the County’s Chief Law Enforcement executive responsible for all aspect of management, operations, investigations, and the jail facility for both adult and juvenile. Oversaw the management of the… Show more Served as Sheriff for the Washington County Sheriff's Department. Served as Sheriff for the 11th largest county in Wisconsin with the 8th largest Sheriff’s Department. Responsibilities included managing the department budget of over $30million and a staff of over 200 employees. As Sheriff, I was the County’s Chief Law Enforcement executive responsible for all aspect of management, operations, investigations, and the jail facility for both adult and juvenile. Oversaw the management of the Washington County Multi-Jurisdictional Task Force, Washington County SWAT team, Washington County Dive Rescue Team and the Washington County Joint Dispatch Center. Show less



City of Hartford

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• City Councilman

  • Apr 1997 - Jun 2003



Department of Corrections- Wisconsin

• United States
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Correctional Officer-Sergeant

  • Apr 1986 - Jul 1990

  Under the general supervision of the Security Director, I was responsible for the security, control, and treatment of inmates at the Waupun State Prison a maximum security institution in Wisconsin. I was responsible for supervising line-level officers providing oversight of inmates at work, housing unit, and activity situations; escorting and transporting inmates off grounds as required; patrolling buildings and grounds; monitoring visitation; providing a secure environment for inmate, staff… Show more Under the general supervision of the Security Director, I was responsible for the security, control, and treatment of inmates at the Waupun State Prison a maximum security institution in Wisconsin. I was responsible for supervising line-level officers providing oversight of inmates at work, housing unit, and activity situations; escorting and transporting inmates off grounds as required; patrolling buildings and grounds; monitoring visitation; providing a secure environment for inmate, staff, visitors and the public. Maintaining record keeping systems; and performing other related work as required. Also served as a member of the Emergency Response Unit (tactical trained unit), and the investigative unit. Show less Under the general supervision of the Security Director, I was responsible for the security, control, and treatment of inmates at the Waupun State Prison a maximum security institution in Wisconsin. I was responsible for supervising line-level officers providing oversight of inmates at work, housing unit, and activity situations; escorting and transporting inmates off grounds as required; patrolling buildings and grounds; monitoring visitation; providing a secure environment for inmate, staff… Show more Under the general supervision of the Security Director, I was responsible for the security, control, and treatment of inmates at the Waupun State Prison a maximum security institution in Wisconsin. I was responsible for supervising line-level officers providing oversight of inmates at work, housing unit, and activity situations; escorting and transporting inmates off grounds as required; patrolling buildings and grounds; monitoring visitation; providing a secure environment for inmate, staff, visitors and the public. Maintaining record keeping systems; and performing other related work as required. Also served as a member of the Emergency Response Unit (tactical trained unit), and the investigative unit. Show less



United States Marine Corps

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Corporal USMC

  • Oct 1983 - Oct 1987

  Served as part of the weapons platoons of the rifle and LAR companies and the weapons company of the infantry battalion. As a machine gunner I was responsible for the tactical employment of the 7.62mm medium machine gun, the 50 cal., and 40mm heavy machine-gun, and their support vehicle. Machine gunners provide direct fire in support of the rifle and LAR squads/platoons/companies and the infantry and LAR battalions. Served as part of the weapons platoons of the rifle and LAR companies and the weapons company of the infantry battalion. As a machine gunner I was responsible for the tactical employment of the 7.62mm medium machine gun, the 50 cal., and 40mm heavy machine-gun, and their support vehicle. Machine gunners provide direct fire in support of the rifle and LAR squads/platoons/companies and the infantry and LAR battalions.