Experience

Sigmatech

• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Vice President Security Cooperation Programs

  • Feb 2020 - Present

  Huntsville, Alabama Area



U.S. Army Security Assistance Command

• United States
• Defense & Space
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Director - G8 (CFO)

  • Aug 2005 - Feb 2020

  Serve as the Command's Chief Financial Officer, responsible for ~$203B program. Execute the full range of resources and fiscal responsibilities within established timelines and in accordance with applicable regulations. Adhere to merit principles; develop a vision for the work unit; align performance expectations. Maintain a safe work environment and promptly address allegations of noncompliance.Ensure that processes and technical proficiency is developed and maintained to implement cases… Show more Serve as the Command's Chief Financial Officer, responsible for ~$203B program. Execute the full range of resources and fiscal responsibilities within established timelines and in accordance with applicable regulations. Adhere to merit principles; develop a vision for the work unit; align performance expectations. Maintain a safe work environment and promptly address allegations of noncompliance.Ensure that processes and technical proficiency is developed and maintained to implement cases, distribute funds, load and execute obligation authority, process charges billed; ensure responses are provided to all financial inquires. Participate and contribute technical assistance to ensure that GFEBS requirements are identified and evaluated. Provide analysis and technical guidance and support to DSCA of the new ERP system (SCES/GFBS), case closure improvements and the transportation program redevelopment. Provide support to ensure that non-standard programs and the intensely managed cases meet processing and reporting commitments.

• Studies and Analyst Specialist (Supervisor)

  • Jun 2001 - Aug 2005

  Ft Belvoir Served as the Chief, Study and analysis Group, HQ, Army Security Assistance command (USASAC) Under the Direction of the Commander for the Security Assistance (SA) review policies, operational procedures, and logistic management in support of the Security Assistance mission. Participated in studies with national/international or strategic issues that have high visibility/high impact on SA procedures and operations. Planed, developed methodology and directed the implementation of analyses to… Show more Served as the Chief, Study and analysis Group, HQ, Army Security Assistance command (USASAC) Under the Direction of the Commander for the Security Assistance (SA) review policies, operational procedures, and logistic management in support of the Security Assistance mission. Participated in studies with national/international or strategic issues that have high visibility/high impact on SA procedures and operations. Planed, developed methodology and directed the implementation of analyses to assess the SA program’s effectiveness. Responsible for the execution of administrative and personnel management related to the accomplishment of the study mission. plans, schedules, directs and supervises the work performed by technical analysts and oversees the work of contract personnel. Represented the command to the contracting officers for analytical contract support. Coordinated and resolved study issues with agencies of foreign governments. Coordinated and resolved study issues with agencies and set study priorities. Maintained cognizance of current legislative activities, world political climate and developing issues within HQ AMC, DA, DOD, and the Executive Branch. Developed annual and long range study plans to examine the impact of activities on U.S. Army Security Assistance Plans, policies and programs. Served as the senior analytical authority and exercises management, supervision and review of the planning process to ensure maximum procedures into USASAC. Examines trend analysis to project changes in policies and procedures and disseminates study results throughout the command for incorporation into planning guidance.



EKC - Essential Knowledge Consulitng

• Founder and CEO

  • 1999 - 2000

  Columbus, Georgia Area Founder/owner of this Business Consulting Company



80th Area Support Group

• Director of Quality Management

  • Oct 1997 - Oct 1999

  Chievres, Belgium Served as the BENELUX Community Senior Program Manager and principal point of contact to develop, integrate, and manage the Command’s Quality Management Office and the Command’s long-term initiative for the conversion to a corporate culture of continuous process improvement. Developed, planned and managed the quality management program for all US personnel in the BENEXUX (Schinnen, Brussels, and SHAPE) communities. Total Army Quality (TAQ) is a directed quality of processes for products and… Show more Served as the BENELUX Community Senior Program Manager and principal point of contact to develop, integrate, and manage the Command’s Quality Management Office and the Command’s long-term initiative for the conversion to a corporate culture of continuous process improvement. Developed, planned and managed the quality management program for all US personnel in the BENEXUX (Schinnen, Brussels, and SHAPE) communities. Total Army Quality (TAQ) is a directed quality of processes for products and services by incorporating such concepts and methods as Quality Engineering, (ie: Taguchi Statistical Process Control [SPC]), Statistical problem solving, and modern theories of psychology into the operations of each organization. Served as the BENELUX expert, recognized spokesperson and advisor to the Commander for TAQ. Provided the guideposts for achieving the cultural change required to integrate the TAQ philosophy in the total organization, as a way of doing business within the BENELUX community. As the Commander’s representative, served as a forerunner for the BENELUX overall TAQ efforts and has the authority to communicate directly with any staff element or organization within or outside the command on behalf of the BENELUX commander. Provided support and advice on maintaining a visible and active TAQ effort. Developed the overall command implementation plan which addresses all aspects of the BENELUX business (personnel, process, training, performance, management, recognition, publicity, and policy). Established measures of effectiveness and assesses importance. Determined areas requiring special emphasis. Maintained continuing interface and liaison with DA OSD and other services for development and implementation of policies and initiatives. Host a weekly AFN radio talk show on TAQ. Show less



80th Area Support Group

• Executive officer

  • Mar 1996 - Aug 1997

  Chievres, Belgium Provided broad policy and program guidance. Exercised initiative and executive leadership in maintaining programs and in representing the commander in his absence. Assisted in the management of the day-to-day base operations for installation and tenant activities located in seven countries (Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands [BENELUX], Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, and Norway). Provided administrative program direction to various directors and special staff in multi-national personnel… Show more Provided broad policy and program guidance. Exercised initiative and executive leadership in maintaining programs and in representing the commander in his absence. Assisted in the management of the day-to-day base operations for installation and tenant activities located in seven countries (Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands [BENELUX], Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, and Norway). Provided administrative program direction to various directors and special staff in multi-national personnel, financial, maintenance, supply, transportation, engineering, housing and community activities. Participated fully with the ASG commander to accomplish goals, policies, and objectives. Monitored the implementation of higher level policies and guidance, makes recommendations to adapt guidance for local situations. Provided supervisory control and direction for the ASG/BSB workforce.

• Director of Security, Plans and Operations

  • Jun 1991 - Mar 1996

  Chievres Belgium Served as the Director of the Security Division, Plans and Operations Division, Training Division, Training Service Center and Education Center. Directed and supervised all functions within the directorate for planning, operations, training and security and Host Nation Liaison/Support to assure effective Implementation of assigned mobilization plans and operations, as well as contingency plans of an immediate nature. Served as the program director for P.2 mission, JCS exercise and .V accounts.… Show more Served as the Director of the Security Division, Plans and Operations Division, Training Division, Training Service Center and Education Center. Directed and supervised all functions within the directorate for planning, operations, training and security and Host Nation Liaison/Support to assure effective Implementation of assigned mobilization plans and operations, as well as contingency plans of an immediate nature. Served as the program director for P.2 mission, JCS exercise and .V accounts. Obtained and disseminated intelligence information and maintain liaison with military intelligence and military police agencies. Wrote, coordinated and published operational plans and orders. Coordinated exercise augmentation support. Provided co-secretary to US/Belgium contingency plans. Prepared and coordinated Joint US/Belgium contingency plans. Managed and implemented the CAPSTONE Program. Coordinated the Command Security Upgrade Program (CSUP) for Belgium. Developed and supervised all aspects of terrorism counteraction program. Provided information, training, physical, personnel and operations security. Controlled and allocated available training facilities and ranges. Assured available training facilities are maintained through coordination with Directorate of Engineering and Housing (DEH) and Directorate of Logistics (DOL). Prepared and submitted training facilities operations budget. Prepared annual installation five-year development plan. Prepared annual ammunition forecast.