Mike Coleman, MCS, LtCol USMC (ret)
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Tim Nemec
Mike was the Director of Information Technology during my time as a network systems administrator at the Gazette. Without hesitation, I would jump at the opportunity to work for Mike in the future. I greatly appreciate his management style; a rare combination of goal-oriented focus, technical skills and an deep understanding of people. This fostered a "can do" attitude in those who worked for him. Mike always made expectations clear to his staff; balancing short-term requirements and long-term goals amid constantly evolving business priorities. Mike always displayed a genuine interest in both the business itself and how technology can be applied to serve the greater business needs and improve efficiencies. He encouraged all his staff to do the the same. Mike communicated well with staff in several ways: through regularly scheduled group meetings, in emails, by phone, and on a one-to-one basis. Approximate once a month, Mike would drop by a speak with each staff member for a few minutes just to see how things were going. By doing this, Mike gained an appreciation for both the strengths and weaknesses of his department and the personal dynamics of his staff. Mike was always careful during any such discussion to not countermand the managers who reported directly to him. Mike is certainly "solution/team oriented", encouraging staff to consider alternatives and to seek improved efficiencies where practical. Mike found many ways, both large and small, to make the work environment both productive and enjoyable. He will be a strong asset to any company fortunate enough to engage him.
Paul Nus
Not only was Mike a results driven Director he was a great person. Had a wonderful experience reporting to him and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future. If your looking for common sense and a great attitude, Mike is your guy.
Tim Nemec
Mike was the Director of Information Technology during my time as a network systems administrator at the Gazette. Without hesitation, I would jump at the opportunity to work for Mike in the future. I greatly appreciate his management style; a rare combination of goal-oriented focus, technical skills and an deep understanding of people. This fostered a "can do" attitude in those who worked for him. Mike always made expectations clear to his staff; balancing short-term requirements and long-term goals amid constantly evolving business priorities. Mike always displayed a genuine interest in both the business itself and how technology can be applied to serve the greater business needs and improve efficiencies. He encouraged all his staff to do the the same. Mike communicated well with staff in several ways: through regularly scheduled group meetings, in emails, by phone, and on a one-to-one basis. Approximate once a month, Mike would drop by a speak with each staff member for a few minutes just to see how things were going. By doing this, Mike gained an appreciation for both the strengths and weaknesses of his department and the personal dynamics of his staff. Mike was always careful during any such discussion to not countermand the managers who reported directly to him. Mike is certainly "solution/team oriented", encouraging staff to consider alternatives and to seek improved efficiencies where practical. Mike found many ways, both large and small, to make the work environment both productive and enjoyable. He will be a strong asset to any company fortunate enough to engage him.
Paul Nus
Not only was Mike a results driven Director he was a great person. Had a wonderful experience reporting to him and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future. If your looking for common sense and a great attitude, Mike is your guy.
Tim Nemec
Mike was the Director of Information Technology during my time as a network systems administrator at the Gazette. Without hesitation, I would jump at the opportunity to work for Mike in the future. I greatly appreciate his management style; a rare combination of goal-oriented focus, technical skills and an deep understanding of people. This fostered a "can do" attitude in those who worked for him. Mike always made expectations clear to his staff; balancing short-term requirements and long-term goals amid constantly evolving business priorities. Mike always displayed a genuine interest in both the business itself and how technology can be applied to serve the greater business needs and improve efficiencies. He encouraged all his staff to do the the same. Mike communicated well with staff in several ways: through regularly scheduled group meetings, in emails, by phone, and on a one-to-one basis. Approximate once a month, Mike would drop by a speak with each staff member for a few minutes just to see how things were going. By doing this, Mike gained an appreciation for both the strengths and weaknesses of his department and the personal dynamics of his staff. Mike was always careful during any such discussion to not countermand the managers who reported directly to him. Mike is certainly "solution/team oriented", encouraging staff to consider alternatives and to seek improved efficiencies where practical. Mike found many ways, both large and small, to make the work environment both productive and enjoyable. He will be a strong asset to any company fortunate enough to engage him.
Paul Nus
Not only was Mike a results driven Director he was a great person. Had a wonderful experience reporting to him and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future. If your looking for common sense and a great attitude, Mike is your guy.
Tim Nemec
Mike was the Director of Information Technology during my time as a network systems administrator at the Gazette. Without hesitation, I would jump at the opportunity to work for Mike in the future. I greatly appreciate his management style; a rare combination of goal-oriented focus, technical skills and an deep understanding of people. This fostered a "can do" attitude in those who worked for him. Mike always made expectations clear to his staff; balancing short-term requirements and long-term goals amid constantly evolving business priorities. Mike always displayed a genuine interest in both the business itself and how technology can be applied to serve the greater business needs and improve efficiencies. He encouraged all his staff to do the the same. Mike communicated well with staff in several ways: through regularly scheduled group meetings, in emails, by phone, and on a one-to-one basis. Approximate once a month, Mike would drop by a speak with each staff member for a few minutes just to see how things were going. By doing this, Mike gained an appreciation for both the strengths and weaknesses of his department and the personal dynamics of his staff. Mike was always careful during any such discussion to not countermand the managers who reported directly to him. Mike is certainly "solution/team oriented", encouraging staff to consider alternatives and to seek improved efficiencies where practical. Mike found many ways, both large and small, to make the work environment both productive and enjoyable. He will be a strong asset to any company fortunate enough to engage him.
Paul Nus
Not only was Mike a results driven Director he was a great person. Had a wonderful experience reporting to him and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again in the future. If your looking for common sense and a great attitude, Mike is your guy.
Credentials
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Varsity Baseball Umpire
IOWA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONApr, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
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USA Baseball certified umpire
USA BaseballJan, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Scrum AllianceJul, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Mission Of Hope
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Operations Director
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Aug 2022 - Present
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NextEra Energy LLC (Duane Arnold)
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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IT Manager
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Jan 2012 - Jun 2021
Responsible and accountable for Duane Arnold Energy Center IT business and nuclear systems issues (personnel, budget, planning, operations, monitoring/alerting, maintenance, capital planning, strategy, etc.), as well as integration of site efforts and resources into the larger NextEra nuclear fleet. Directs the site Cyber Security Incident Response Team; responsible for cyber security, including cyber technologies, membership and training of assessment & incident response teams, assessments, cyber controls & implementation, cyber operations, budgeting, etc.. Also serves as Field Team Director for Emergency Response events. Note: completing my work here on June 30, 2021 as part of the site shutdown process - ready for a new opportunity!
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Private contracts
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United Kingdom
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Truck Transportation
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Consultant
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2008 - 2011
Confidential consulting and C-level coaching oriented on recovery and/or turn-around efforts for IT and technology staffs, budgets and projects. Focus on right-sizing staffs, elimination of wasteful processes, identifying required alignment of skill sets across all resources (personnel, hardware, software, service) to well-defined and mature business/operational requirements, development and implementation of strategic and tactical plans to avoid stagnation and move organizations forward. Confidential consulting and C-level coaching oriented on recovery and/or turn-around efforts for IT and technology staffs, budgets and projects. Focus on right-sizing staffs, elimination of wasteful processes, identifying required alignment of skill sets across all resources (personnel, hardware, software, service) to well-defined and mature business/operational requirements, development and implementation of strategic and tactical plans to avoid stagnation and move organizations forward.
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Gazette Communications
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Newspaper Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Technology
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2008 - 2010
Company-wide leader for technology activities, including help desk, project prioritization, system administration and analysis, partnering with business leaders to establish and implement PC policies, procedures, and standards, decisions on personnel actions (hiring, terminations, promotions, performance, etc.), IT resource requirements including personnel, broadcast/DTV systems, press systems/support, on-demand digital printing systems, software, equipment, and facilities, defined requirements for enterprise services, coordination of interoperability standards and enablement of data warehousing, and preparation and accountability for IT operating budget and capital expenditures. * Reduced operating expenses 27%; drove full alignment of staff, position descriptions and internal IT organization/processes to business requirements; introduced company to and stood up resources for data warehousing and IT business analysis (requirements definition/analysis/etc.); initiated, lead and directed corporate-wide development of a Business Continuity Plan; designed, directed and lead the company-wide conversion from PBX to VOIP; directed establishment of internal chat and social media tools (one of the first uses of mutli-user platforms for content/topic-based blogging, live-blogging, integration of Facebook into company news sites, etc.); eliminated recurring capital investment costs through use of cloud services; streamlined IT project definition and progress transparency.
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Headquarters Marine Corps
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United States
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Government Relations Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Networks & Enterprise Services Branch
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2004 - 2008
* Development of CIO-level plans and policy for network services; definition of requirements for enterprise services; coordination of interoperability standards and enablement of data strategy concepts; CIO-level validation of test and evaluation plans for systems; evaluation of network and systems procurements; screened requests for non-interoperable technologies and implementations * Primary staff oversight on over $300M in enterprise-wide expenditures; regular liaison with legislative entities regarding existing and upcoming budgets; primary leadership role for development of marines.mil (SharePoint-based, enterprise-wide news/website capability * CIO's agent on 2006 Quadrennial Defense Review, representing USMC equities ranging from field radios to emerging communication technologies. Regular liaison and communication with DoD and Capitol Hill staffers to scope information, gather/provide data and ensure alignment of USMC C4 strategic goals to resourcing intentions.
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United States Marine Corps
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Inspector General
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Sep 2003 - May 2004
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Iraqi Freedom
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Belgium
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Battalion Executive Officer
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May 2002 - Sep 2003
Coordinated administration, intelligence, operations, logistics, communications, and special projects for 1400+ personnel; directed cross-functional staff of 45 personnel in developing executive decisions and plans for personnel support, combat operations, supply and transportation support and communications. Successfully prepared, deployed, and re-deployed battalion with zero loss of personnel, no unaccountable equipment loss and 100% completion of all missions. Coordinated administration, intelligence, operations, logistics, communications, and special projects for 1400+ personnel; directed cross-functional staff of 45 personnel in developing executive decisions and plans for personnel support, combat operations, supply and transportation support and communications. Successfully prepared, deployed, and re-deployed battalion with zero loss of personnel, no unaccountable equipment loss and 100% completion of all missions.
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USMC
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United States
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Construction
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700 & Above Employee
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Company Commander
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Jun 2001 - May 2002
* Execute planning and employment of tactical communications, network assets and personnel to support logistics operations; analyze customer requirements and security requirements; direct, track and prioritize maintenance of equipment * Execute planning and employment of tactical communications, network assets and personnel to support logistics operations; analyze customer requirements and security requirements; direct, track and prioritize maintenance of equipment
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Inspector General
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Jul 2000 - May 2001
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US Naval Academy
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United States
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Investment Management
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Computer Science (military professor)
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Sep 1997 - Jun 2000
Teach Basic Programming in C/C++, utilized Visual C++ and GNU/g++ tools; teach Data Structures in C++; teach Propositional Logic; design and lead senior-level directed studies; manage daily operations and responsibility for 2 PC-based programming labs, 1 robotics lab, 1 SGI graphics lab, 17 UNIX/LINUX faculty workstations, 2 Solaris servers and 2 Windows servers. Pioneered the first Internet Security course (directed study w/ lab time) in the department, a precursor to current Cyber Security track at the Academy. Selected as a faculty inductee into Upsilon Pi Epsilon (Computer Science academy honor society) and honored as Outstanding Military Instructor from all Math & Sciences departments during the 1998-1999 academic year.
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Company Operations/Executive Officer
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1993 - 1995
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Assistant Division Air Officer
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1992 - 1993
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Communications Platoon Commander
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1989 - 1992
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