Experience

One More Wave

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Community and CMO at One More Wave

  • Jan 2018 - Present

• Director of eCommerce and Community

  • Jan 2019 - Present

  One More Wave provides custom surfing equipment and a community to surf with to wounded and disabled veterans.



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Oceanographer

  • Jan 2011 - Feb 2023

  Operations Executive | 2018 to Present ♣ Directly responsible for the operational control of 127 ships from the West Coast to Hawaii. ♣ Led a 24-hour watch floor of 32 personnel controlling ships, submarines, aircraft and personnel during major partner-nation, homeland defense, and training exercises. ♣ Fleet Oceanographer, advising the commander on the meteorological and oceanographic effects that support safety of personnel and assets as well as tactical and operational… Show more Operations Executive | 2018 to Present ♣ Directly responsible for the operational control of 127 ships from the West Coast to Hawaii. ♣ Led a 24-hour watch floor of 32 personnel controlling ships, submarines, aircraft and personnel during major partner-nation, homeland defense, and training exercises. ♣ Fleet Oceanographer, advising the commander on the meteorological and oceanographic effects that support safety of personnel and assets as well as tactical and operational advantages. ♣ Directed cyber warfare, intelligence, communication and environmental personnel to fuse their information giving the commander the best decision making capability. Operations and Financial Executive | 2015 to 2018 ♣ Coordinated across resource sponsors, research labs, system and operational commands to ensure command readiness. ♣ Utilized financial acumen to oversee and direct a $3.2M budget and the Command’s documents that supported 258 trips covering 23 global exercises and events. ♣ Sought after as a thoughtful and engaging mentor, promoted a culture of diversity and inclusion, approachable and devoted to people while acknowledged as focused and determined leader. ♣ Continuously and proactively identified process improvement initiatives and training programs that provided mentorship for 37 officers and facilitated global operational readiness. Operations Officer/Department Head in support of Navy SEALs | 2013 to 2015 ♣ Spearheaded the innovation of Unmanned Underwater Vehicle capabilities expanding this technology into SEAL Teams, Special Boat Teams, and Special Reconnaissance Team operational use. ♣ Served as the acting executive officer of a Naval Special Warfare 400-person operational command. ♣ Deployment to Iraq and the Middle East directly supporting Naval Special Warfare missions. Wrote and directed training pipeline for 100 Sailors deploying in direct support of combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

• Helicopter Pilot

  • Jun 2005 - Jan 2011

  ♣ Graduated number one in flight school class choosing to fly anti-submarine helicopters ♣ Flew helicopters off U.S. Navy Frigates in support of Navy fleet missions and coordinated international exercises. ♣ Supported humanitarian assistance and disaster relief for Haiti and Chile after earthquakes. ♣ Led a 120-person team of Military and Civilian Meteorologists in the production and dissemination of operational forecast products to 4,000 aircraft and 127 ships deployed throughout an… Show more ♣ Graduated number one in flight school class choosing to fly anti-submarine helicopters ♣ Flew helicopters off U.S. Navy Frigates in support of Navy fleet missions and coordinated international exercises. ♣ Supported humanitarian assistance and disaster relief for Haiti and Chile after earthquakes. ♣ Led a 120-person team of Military and Civilian Meteorologists in the production and dissemination of operational forecast products to 4,000 aircraft and 127 ships deployed throughout an area of operations covering 2/3 of the globe ♣ Identified the need and developed a safety program that boosted safety of flight operations across the fleet six-fold. ♣ Conducted manpower review in response to re-allocation of U.S. Navy capital assets resulting in 20% growth in available forecasters. Devised and delivered a highly effective feedback model that improved operations support for the entire Pacific Fleet.



KPMG US

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Skillbridge Fellow

  • Nov 2022 - Jan 2023

  -First Department of Defense Skillbridge program participant for Commercial Consumer Engagement Team. Delivered a Skillbridge program overview and developed a C&R trend overview as a final deliverable. -Internally supported writing of exploratory and proposal shaping slide decks leading to a greater personal understanding of getting to the root of the client’s question, articulating solutions and value propositions, and demonstrating previous successful execution. -Collaboratively wrote… Show more -First Department of Defense Skillbridge program participant for Commercial Consumer Engagement Team. Delivered a Skillbridge program overview and developed a C&R trend overview as a final deliverable. -Internally supported writing of exploratory and proposal shaping slide decks leading to a greater personal understanding of getting to the root of the client’s question, articulating solutions and value propositions, and demonstrating previous successful execution. -Collaboratively wrote and edited a white paper on the changing landscape of B2B Commerce focusing on the disruptions of the rapidly changing direct-to-consumer mindset and experiences influencing B2B commerce. Show less -First Department of Defense Skillbridge program participant for Commercial Consumer Engagement Team. Delivered a Skillbridge program overview and developed a C&R trend overview as a final deliverable. -Internally supported writing of exploratory and proposal shaping slide decks leading to a greater personal understanding of getting to the root of the client’s question, articulating solutions and value propositions, and demonstrating previous successful execution. -Collaboratively wrote… Show more -First Department of Defense Skillbridge program participant for Commercial Consumer Engagement Team. Delivered a Skillbridge program overview and developed a C&R trend overview as a final deliverable. -Internally supported writing of exploratory and proposal shaping slide decks leading to a greater personal understanding of getting to the root of the client’s question, articulating solutions and value propositions, and demonstrating previous successful execution. -Collaboratively wrote and edited a white paper on the changing landscape of B2B Commerce focusing on the disruptions of the rapidly changing direct-to-consumer mindset and experiences influencing B2B commerce. Show less



The Honor Foundation

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

• Alumni

  • Sep 2021 - Dec 2021

  The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and 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 career.If you are looking for the one thing that makes THF special, it may be this: every… Show more The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and 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 career.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 (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and 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 career.If you are looking for the one thing that makes THF special, it may be this: every… Show more The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for Navy SEALs and 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 career.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