Susan Polizzotto
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Mark Cawthorn
Susan and I have known each other and worked together in various capacities over the last 25 years. She is intelligent, dedicated to her work and co-workers, collegial, hard-working, and passionate about law and maritime security. She had a great career - achieving hard-won respect as a maritime lawyer and also by completing several tours of duty afloat, including a successful tour as Commanding Officer of a medium endurance cutter. This combination provides her with a unique perspective on maritime issues. She further increased her skills by completing a tour of duty as a Coast Guard Liaison Officer at the Department of State, where she gained valuable insights on the maritime and security sectors throughout the world. In this capacity, she observed how the U.S. Government Inter-agency process works, and proved her diplomatic and team work skills in furthering U.S. Coast Guard International and Maritime Security objectives. She is positive and consummately cheerful. She will be a valuable addition to any organization. If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact me regarding a recommendation for Susan.
Andrew Vicks
As the Executive Officer and second-in-command of a crew of over 100 men and women, Susan was an outstanding leader, mentor, and manager in numerous capacities. She diligently led the execution of an array of ship’s missions, including maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and international relations. In doing so, she successfully kept the ship and crew fully prepared, providing strategic guidance and making key decisions during both planned evolutions and emergent situations. Susan always placed a priority on the morale, wellness, and professional development of the officers and crew she led, continually challenging us to improve while ensuring we had the skills, knowledge, and support necessary. It was a privilege to work for and learn from Susan…the manner in which she pursues objectives and champions and encourages others will certainly make her a great asset to any organization.
Mark Cawthorn
Susan and I have known each other and worked together in various capacities over the last 25 years. She is intelligent, dedicated to her work and co-workers, collegial, hard-working, and passionate about law and maritime security. She had a great career - achieving hard-won respect as a maritime lawyer and also by completing several tours of duty afloat, including a successful tour as Commanding Officer of a medium endurance cutter. This combination provides her with a unique perspective on maritime issues. She further increased her skills by completing a tour of duty as a Coast Guard Liaison Officer at the Department of State, where she gained valuable insights on the maritime and security sectors throughout the world. In this capacity, she observed how the U.S. Government Inter-agency process works, and proved her diplomatic and team work skills in furthering U.S. Coast Guard International and Maritime Security objectives. She is positive and consummately cheerful. She will be a valuable addition to any organization. If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact me regarding a recommendation for Susan.
Andrew Vicks
As the Executive Officer and second-in-command of a crew of over 100 men and women, Susan was an outstanding leader, mentor, and manager in numerous capacities. She diligently led the execution of an array of ship’s missions, including maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and international relations. In doing so, she successfully kept the ship and crew fully prepared, providing strategic guidance and making key decisions during both planned evolutions and emergent situations. Susan always placed a priority on the morale, wellness, and professional development of the officers and crew she led, continually challenging us to improve while ensuring we had the skills, knowledge, and support necessary. It was a privilege to work for and learn from Susan…the manner in which she pursues objectives and champions and encourages others will certainly make her a great asset to any organization.
Mark Cawthorn
Susan and I have known each other and worked together in various capacities over the last 25 years. She is intelligent, dedicated to her work and co-workers, collegial, hard-working, and passionate about law and maritime security. She had a great career - achieving hard-won respect as a maritime lawyer and also by completing several tours of duty afloat, including a successful tour as Commanding Officer of a medium endurance cutter. This combination provides her with a unique perspective on maritime issues. She further increased her skills by completing a tour of duty as a Coast Guard Liaison Officer at the Department of State, where she gained valuable insights on the maritime and security sectors throughout the world. In this capacity, she observed how the U.S. Government Inter-agency process works, and proved her diplomatic and team work skills in furthering U.S. Coast Guard International and Maritime Security objectives. She is positive and consummately cheerful. She will be a valuable addition to any organization. If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact me regarding a recommendation for Susan.
Andrew Vicks
As the Executive Officer and second-in-command of a crew of over 100 men and women, Susan was an outstanding leader, mentor, and manager in numerous capacities. She diligently led the execution of an array of ship’s missions, including maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and international relations. In doing so, she successfully kept the ship and crew fully prepared, providing strategic guidance and making key decisions during both planned evolutions and emergent situations. Susan always placed a priority on the morale, wellness, and professional development of the officers and crew she led, continually challenging us to improve while ensuring we had the skills, knowledge, and support necessary. It was a privilege to work for and learn from Susan…the manner in which she pursues objectives and champions and encourages others will certainly make her a great asset to any organization.
Mark Cawthorn
Susan and I have known each other and worked together in various capacities over the last 25 years. She is intelligent, dedicated to her work and co-workers, collegial, hard-working, and passionate about law and maritime security. She had a great career - achieving hard-won respect as a maritime lawyer and also by completing several tours of duty afloat, including a successful tour as Commanding Officer of a medium endurance cutter. This combination provides her with a unique perspective on maritime issues. She further increased her skills by completing a tour of duty as a Coast Guard Liaison Officer at the Department of State, where she gained valuable insights on the maritime and security sectors throughout the world. In this capacity, she observed how the U.S. Government Inter-agency process works, and proved her diplomatic and team work skills in furthering U.S. Coast Guard International and Maritime Security objectives. She is positive and consummately cheerful. She will be a valuable addition to any organization. If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact me regarding a recommendation for Susan.
Andrew Vicks
As the Executive Officer and second-in-command of a crew of over 100 men and women, Susan was an outstanding leader, mentor, and manager in numerous capacities. She diligently led the execution of an array of ship’s missions, including maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and international relations. In doing so, she successfully kept the ship and crew fully prepared, providing strategic guidance and making key decisions during both planned evolutions and emergent situations. Susan always placed a priority on the morale, wellness, and professional development of the officers and crew she led, continually challenging us to improve while ensuring we had the skills, knowledge, and support necessary. It was a privilege to work for and learn from Susan…the manner in which she pursues objectives and champions and encourages others will certainly make her a great asset to any organization.
Credentials
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New York State Bar
State of New York
Experience
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Writer, author
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Writing and Editing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Freelance Writer
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Jan 2019 - Present
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X Corp Solutions, Inc.
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United States
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Government Relations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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Jan 2017 - Jul 2018
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U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area
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Portsmouth, VA
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Joint Operations and Strategic Planner
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Jan 2014 - Oct 2015
Led a team of 45 people from 18 countries in planning and executing a 10-day multi-national maritime security exercise in the Caribbean region. Exercise focused on countering transnational organized crime; training audience consisted of approx. 100 people from various Caribbean and Central American nations. Led a team of 45 people from 18 countries in planning and executing a 10-day multi-national maritime security exercise in the Caribbean region. Exercise focused on countering transnational organized crime; training audience consisted of approx. 100 people from various Caribbean and Central American nations.
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United States Coast Guard
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United States
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Commander
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Jul 1995 - Oct 2015
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USCG Force Readiness Command (FORCECOM)
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Force Readiness Command
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Chief, Assessments Branch
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Aug 2013 - Jan 2014
Chief of the Assessments Division at the U. S. Coast Guard Force Readiness Command. Managed operational readiness inspections and assessments for a wide range of Coast Guard units, including inspection and assessment of regional armories, finance and administrative offices, and food service facilities. Oversaw afloat training and assessments of all major cutters (approximately 70 ships). Working with and supervising a team of 165 subject matter experts, identified and analyzed readiness gaps and their root causes in order to drive systematic resolution. Show less
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National Maritime Domain Awareness Coordination Office
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Commanding Officer
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Jul 2011 - Aug 2013
Commanded a crew of 109 Coast Guard personnel onboard a 270-ft Medium Endurance Cutter. Executed multi-mission maritime patrols including search and rescue, homeland security, living marine resource and counter drug law enforcement. Commanded a crew of 109 Coast Guard personnel onboard a 270-ft Medium Endurance Cutter. Executed multi-mission maritime patrols including search and rescue, homeland security, living marine resource and counter drug law enforcement.
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U.S. Coast Guard
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Liaison to Department of State
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Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Interagency coordination between the Coast Guard and Department of State, primarily with the Bureaus of Political Military Affairs, International Narcotics & Law Enforcement, and Population, Refugees & Migration. Served as a member of an international delegation to Eastern Africa tasked with assessing law enforcement capacity and creating programs to counter Somali piracy. Led the Department's diplomatic response to the attack by pirates on the Sailing Vessel Quest. Helped coordinate the U.S. government response to the earthquake in Haiti in 2010, contributed to the interagency Maritime Security Sector Reform guide, and was instrumental to the effort to develop policies concerning migrant interdiction and repatriation in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean region. Show less
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Naval War College
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Newport, RI
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Masters degree: National Security and Strategic Studies
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Aug 2008 - Jun 2009
Post -grad student Post -grad student
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USCG Mohawk (WMEC 913)
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Key West, FL
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Executive Officer
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Jun 2006 - Jul 2008
Second in command and supervised a crew of 100 people onboard a 270-foot cutter. Executed multi-mission maritime patrols in the Caribean, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans. Supported and participated in multi-national naval exercises in the Eastern Pacific and Panama Canal regions. Second in command and supervised a crew of 100 people onboard a 270-foot cutter. Executed multi-mission maritime patrols in the Caribean, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans. Supported and participated in multi-national naval exercises in the Eastern Pacific and Panama Canal regions.
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U.S. Coast Guard
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Staff Judge Advocate
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Jul 2004 - Jun 2006
Attorney and in-house counsel for U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Maritime Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Charleston. Responsible for overseeing legal aspects of the curriculum and instructing U.S. Coast Guard policies on law, use of force, regulations, and boarding procedures. Provided training to U.S. and international maritime law enforcement officers on Law of the Sea and other applicable federal law enforcement subjects. Attorney and in-house counsel for U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Maritime Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Charleston. Responsible for overseeing legal aspects of the curriculum and instructing U.S. Coast Guard policies on law, use of force, regulations, and boarding procedures. Provided training to U.S. and international maritime law enforcement officers on Law of the Sea and other applicable federal law enforcement subjects.
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JIATF South
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Key West, FL
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Surface Action Officer
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May 2002 - Jul 2004
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USCGC Hamilton (WHEC 715)
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San Diego, CA
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Weapons Officer/ Deck Watch Officer
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Jun 1999 - May 2002
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U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, Office of Military Justice
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Washington, DC
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Appellate Government Counsel
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Jul 1998 - Jun 1999
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U.S. Coast Guard
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant Legal Officer
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1995 - 1998
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Broome County Public Defender's Office
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Public Defender
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1991 - 1995
Provided legal representation to indigent clients accused of misdemeanors and probation & parole violations in city, town and village courts in Broome County. Defense counsel from arraignment through trial and sentencing, as applicable. Caseload ranged from approximately 175-350 clients on average, with constant turnover. Provided legal representation to indigent clients accused of misdemeanors and probation & parole violations in city, town and village courts in Broome County. Defense counsel from arraignment through trial and sentencing, as applicable. Caseload ranged from approximately 175-350 clients on average, with constant turnover.
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Education
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2019 - 2022
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Creative Writing -
2008 - 2009
Naval War College
Master of Arts (M.A.), National Security and Strategic Studies -
1988 - 1991
BYU Law School
JD, law -
1985 - 1988
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Japanese and International Relations
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