Dr. Wendell Murray
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Marc D'Agusto, MFA
Dr. Wendell Murray is the epitome in leadership, education, team building, organizational management and strategic planning. His breadth of knowledge and experience compounded by his commitment to building and nurturing powerful leaders has fostered an uncanny ability to transform struggling organizations into thriving ecosystems of vitality and excellence. Working for Wendell was a watershed moment for me as his guidance and leadership has become the model to which I aspire. He is responsible for equipping and inspiring me to pursue my goals with an elevated standard of achievement. I am honored to have worked for Wendell as Director of Fine Art and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to recommend him without hesitation. ~Marc D’Agusto, MFA
Lia C. Gerken
It is a rare and welcome opportunity it is for me to have the privilege of writing a letter of recommendation for a man of such high caliber and integrity as Dr. Wendell Murray. I had the privilege of working under Dr. Murray during my first two years as the Music Director of Somerset Christian Academy, and without question, I found him to be an extraordinary leader, committed educator, and a man of the highest character. Dr. Murray took over the administration of SCA in 2003 at a pivotal time in the school’s history. Hired to improve and to change the course of one of NJ’s oldest private schools, he was charged with redefining the school’s mission, overhauling the faculty, and re-establishing the school’s reputation within the community. It was shortly after this that Dr. Murray hired me to establish a Department of Music. During Dr. Murray’s tenure at SCA, he was extremely successful in his stated objectives, and his administrative talents were immediately clear. Additionally, SCA saw healthy student growth, an increase in positive reputation within the local community, and the development of several quality educational programs such as the Art Department and the Early Childhood program, to name a few. Dr. Murray also spear-headed various strategic teams led by expert teachers in order to implement the schools vision, and he was careful and selective in hiring qualified, professional, and creative employees. Turning around such a large ship often takes significant time, and Dr. Murray’s early success confirms his proficiency in educational management. Throughout my time working for him, Dr. Murray was unequivocally supportive of my department both in his interactions with me as well as with parents and students alike. His administrative support was felt by all of my colleagues in their various departments at SCA, and it was clear that Dr. Murray was respected by all those who worked for him. He was fair, willing to confront with respect when needed, and he governed with a trust and freedom that permitted his faculty to use our talents and professional skills with creativity and without the fear that often accompanies those in similar positions. In addition to his professional achievements and commitments, Dr. Murray was faithfully devoted to his wife and children, four whom I had the distinct privilege of teaching. One’s children are frequently his best reflection, and in this regard, Dr. Murray did not disappoint. His children were lovingly raised by him and his wife to be respectful, diligent, and honest, and my having had them in various classes gave me the pleasant opportunity to know Dr. Murray also as a parent who took seriously this most solemn duty. This added dimension served only to bolster my already high level of personal respect for him. It is because of the above qualities along with others too numerous to mention that I not only hold Dr. Murray in the highest regard, but that I also recommend him fully.
Marc D'Agusto, MFA
Dr. Wendell Murray is the epitome in leadership, education, team building, organizational management and strategic planning. His breadth of knowledge and experience compounded by his commitment to building and nurturing powerful leaders has fostered an uncanny ability to transform struggling organizations into thriving ecosystems of vitality and excellence. Working for Wendell was a watershed moment for me as his guidance and leadership has become the model to which I aspire. He is responsible for equipping and inspiring me to pursue my goals with an elevated standard of achievement. I am honored to have worked for Wendell as Director of Fine Art and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to recommend him without hesitation. ~Marc D’Agusto, MFA
Lia C. Gerken
It is a rare and welcome opportunity it is for me to have the privilege of writing a letter of recommendation for a man of such high caliber and integrity as Dr. Wendell Murray. I had the privilege of working under Dr. Murray during my first two years as the Music Director of Somerset Christian Academy, and without question, I found him to be an extraordinary leader, committed educator, and a man of the highest character. Dr. Murray took over the administration of SCA in 2003 at a pivotal time in the school’s history. Hired to improve and to change the course of one of NJ’s oldest private schools, he was charged with redefining the school’s mission, overhauling the faculty, and re-establishing the school’s reputation within the community. It was shortly after this that Dr. Murray hired me to establish a Department of Music. During Dr. Murray’s tenure at SCA, he was extremely successful in his stated objectives, and his administrative talents were immediately clear. Additionally, SCA saw healthy student growth, an increase in positive reputation within the local community, and the development of several quality educational programs such as the Art Department and the Early Childhood program, to name a few. Dr. Murray also spear-headed various strategic teams led by expert teachers in order to implement the schools vision, and he was careful and selective in hiring qualified, professional, and creative employees. Turning around such a large ship often takes significant time, and Dr. Murray’s early success confirms his proficiency in educational management. Throughout my time working for him, Dr. Murray was unequivocally supportive of my department both in his interactions with me as well as with parents and students alike. His administrative support was felt by all of my colleagues in their various departments at SCA, and it was clear that Dr. Murray was respected by all those who worked for him. He was fair, willing to confront with respect when needed, and he governed with a trust and freedom that permitted his faculty to use our talents and professional skills with creativity and without the fear that often accompanies those in similar positions. In addition to his professional achievements and commitments, Dr. Murray was faithfully devoted to his wife and children, four whom I had the distinct privilege of teaching. One’s children are frequently his best reflection, and in this regard, Dr. Murray did not disappoint. His children were lovingly raised by him and his wife to be respectful, diligent, and honest, and my having had them in various classes gave me the pleasant opportunity to know Dr. Murray also as a parent who took seriously this most solemn duty. This added dimension served only to bolster my already high level of personal respect for him. It is because of the above qualities along with others too numerous to mention that I not only hold Dr. Murray in the highest regard, but that I also recommend him fully.
Marc D'Agusto, MFA
Dr. Wendell Murray is the epitome in leadership, education, team building, organizational management and strategic planning. His breadth of knowledge and experience compounded by his commitment to building and nurturing powerful leaders has fostered an uncanny ability to transform struggling organizations into thriving ecosystems of vitality and excellence. Working for Wendell was a watershed moment for me as his guidance and leadership has become the model to which I aspire. He is responsible for equipping and inspiring me to pursue my goals with an elevated standard of achievement. I am honored to have worked for Wendell as Director of Fine Art and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to recommend him without hesitation. ~Marc D’Agusto, MFA
Lia C. Gerken
It is a rare and welcome opportunity it is for me to have the privilege of writing a letter of recommendation for a man of such high caliber and integrity as Dr. Wendell Murray. I had the privilege of working under Dr. Murray during my first two years as the Music Director of Somerset Christian Academy, and without question, I found him to be an extraordinary leader, committed educator, and a man of the highest character. Dr. Murray took over the administration of SCA in 2003 at a pivotal time in the school’s history. Hired to improve and to change the course of one of NJ’s oldest private schools, he was charged with redefining the school’s mission, overhauling the faculty, and re-establishing the school’s reputation within the community. It was shortly after this that Dr. Murray hired me to establish a Department of Music. During Dr. Murray’s tenure at SCA, he was extremely successful in his stated objectives, and his administrative talents were immediately clear. Additionally, SCA saw healthy student growth, an increase in positive reputation within the local community, and the development of several quality educational programs such as the Art Department and the Early Childhood program, to name a few. Dr. Murray also spear-headed various strategic teams led by expert teachers in order to implement the schools vision, and he was careful and selective in hiring qualified, professional, and creative employees. Turning around such a large ship often takes significant time, and Dr. Murray’s early success confirms his proficiency in educational management. Throughout my time working for him, Dr. Murray was unequivocally supportive of my department both in his interactions with me as well as with parents and students alike. His administrative support was felt by all of my colleagues in their various departments at SCA, and it was clear that Dr. Murray was respected by all those who worked for him. He was fair, willing to confront with respect when needed, and he governed with a trust and freedom that permitted his faculty to use our talents and professional skills with creativity and without the fear that often accompanies those in similar positions. In addition to his professional achievements and commitments, Dr. Murray was faithfully devoted to his wife and children, four whom I had the distinct privilege of teaching. One’s children are frequently his best reflection, and in this regard, Dr. Murray did not disappoint. His children were lovingly raised by him and his wife to be respectful, diligent, and honest, and my having had them in various classes gave me the pleasant opportunity to know Dr. Murray also as a parent who took seriously this most solemn duty. This added dimension served only to bolster my already high level of personal respect for him. It is because of the above qualities along with others too numerous to mention that I not only hold Dr. Murray in the highest regard, but that I also recommend him fully.
Marc D'Agusto, MFA
Dr. Wendell Murray is the epitome in leadership, education, team building, organizational management and strategic planning. His breadth of knowledge and experience compounded by his commitment to building and nurturing powerful leaders has fostered an uncanny ability to transform struggling organizations into thriving ecosystems of vitality and excellence. Working for Wendell was a watershed moment for me as his guidance and leadership has become the model to which I aspire. He is responsible for equipping and inspiring me to pursue my goals with an elevated standard of achievement. I am honored to have worked for Wendell as Director of Fine Art and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to recommend him without hesitation. ~Marc D’Agusto, MFA
Lia C. Gerken
It is a rare and welcome opportunity it is for me to have the privilege of writing a letter of recommendation for a man of such high caliber and integrity as Dr. Wendell Murray. I had the privilege of working under Dr. Murray during my first two years as the Music Director of Somerset Christian Academy, and without question, I found him to be an extraordinary leader, committed educator, and a man of the highest character. Dr. Murray took over the administration of SCA in 2003 at a pivotal time in the school’s history. Hired to improve and to change the course of one of NJ’s oldest private schools, he was charged with redefining the school’s mission, overhauling the faculty, and re-establishing the school’s reputation within the community. It was shortly after this that Dr. Murray hired me to establish a Department of Music. During Dr. Murray’s tenure at SCA, he was extremely successful in his stated objectives, and his administrative talents were immediately clear. Additionally, SCA saw healthy student growth, an increase in positive reputation within the local community, and the development of several quality educational programs such as the Art Department and the Early Childhood program, to name a few. Dr. Murray also spear-headed various strategic teams led by expert teachers in order to implement the schools vision, and he was careful and selective in hiring qualified, professional, and creative employees. Turning around such a large ship often takes significant time, and Dr. Murray’s early success confirms his proficiency in educational management. Throughout my time working for him, Dr. Murray was unequivocally supportive of my department both in his interactions with me as well as with parents and students alike. His administrative support was felt by all of my colleagues in their various departments at SCA, and it was clear that Dr. Murray was respected by all those who worked for him. He was fair, willing to confront with respect when needed, and he governed with a trust and freedom that permitted his faculty to use our talents and professional skills with creativity and without the fear that often accompanies those in similar positions. In addition to his professional achievements and commitments, Dr. Murray was faithfully devoted to his wife and children, four whom I had the distinct privilege of teaching. One’s children are frequently his best reflection, and in this regard, Dr. Murray did not disappoint. His children were lovingly raised by him and his wife to be respectful, diligent, and honest, and my having had them in various classes gave me the pleasant opportunity to know Dr. Murray also as a parent who took seriously this most solemn duty. This added dimension served only to bolster my already high level of personal respect for him. It is because of the above qualities along with others too numerous to mention that I not only hold Dr. Murray in the highest regard, but that I also recommend him fully.
Credentials
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Certification in Managing Federal Proposals
Shipley AssociatesDec, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP®)
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Superintendent Level Certification - Professional Lifetime
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Experience
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Heritage Services Corporation
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Government Relations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Vice President
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Oct 2012 - Present
Managed United States and international contract operations for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Labor (DOL), and Defense Health Agency (DHA). Coordinate all phases of the company’s proposal process in response to RFP, RFI, and White Papers. Facilitate interactions between key personnel and business functions in proposal development efforts. Ensure proposals are in compliance with the Solicitations, the FAR, and stated contract goals. Develop and Manage the annual… Show more Managed United States and international contract operations for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Labor (DOL), and Defense Health Agency (DHA). Coordinate all phases of the company’s proposal process in response to RFP, RFI, and White Papers. Facilitate interactions between key personnel and business functions in proposal development efforts. Ensure proposals are in compliance with the Solicitations, the FAR, and stated contract goals. Develop and Manage the annual budget for four different Job Corps Centers (two as subcontractor, and two as Prime Contractor) in excess of $90 Million. Ensure contracts are in compliance with all federal, state and city regulations, certifications, licensing and funding requirements Responsible for Business Development and Creating Partnerships Show less Managed United States and international contract operations for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Labor (DOL), and Defense Health Agency (DHA). Coordinate all phases of the company’s proposal process in response to RFP, RFI, and White Papers. Facilitate interactions between key personnel and business functions in proposal development efforts. Ensure proposals are in compliance with the Solicitations, the FAR, and stated contract goals. Develop and Manage the annual… Show more Managed United States and international contract operations for the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Labor (DOL), and Defense Health Agency (DHA). Coordinate all phases of the company’s proposal process in response to RFP, RFI, and White Papers. Facilitate interactions between key personnel and business functions in proposal development efforts. Ensure proposals are in compliance with the Solicitations, the FAR, and stated contract goals. Develop and Manage the annual budget for four different Job Corps Centers (two as subcontractor, and two as Prime Contractor) in excess of $90 Million. Ensure contracts are in compliance with all federal, state and city regulations, certifications, licensing and funding requirements Responsible for Business Development and Creating Partnerships Show less
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Business Owner
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Apr 2008 - Present
Coach leaders to develop business solutions. Assist organizations through transitional periods as a change agent. Provide assistance with Organization Policy Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Executive Leadership, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Recruiting & Hiring, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Budgeting, Oral & Written Communications, Troubleshooting, and Problem Solving. Assist leaders with developing organizational policy, strengthen… Show more Coach leaders to develop business solutions. Assist organizations through transitional periods as a change agent. Provide assistance with Organization Policy Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Executive Leadership, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Recruiting & Hiring, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Budgeting, Oral & Written Communications, Troubleshooting, and Problem Solving. Assist leaders with developing organizational policy, strengthen leadership capacity, focus on becoming customer service centered, alleviate procedural complications that restrict the organizations’ ability to effectively serve stakeholders, enact a culture of policy management by establishing a platform for a high level of creativity that provides for a culture of learning and innovation. Show less Coach leaders to develop business solutions. Assist organizations through transitional periods as a change agent. Provide assistance with Organization Policy Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Executive Leadership, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Recruiting & Hiring, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Budgeting, Oral & Written Communications, Troubleshooting, and Problem Solving. Assist leaders with developing organizational policy, strengthen… Show more Coach leaders to develop business solutions. Assist organizations through transitional periods as a change agent. Provide assistance with Organization Policy Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Executive Leadership, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Recruiting & Hiring, Training & Mentoring, Strategic Budgeting, Oral & Written Communications, Troubleshooting, and Problem Solving. Assist leaders with developing organizational policy, strengthen leadership capacity, focus on becoming customer service centered, alleviate procedural complications that restrict the organizations’ ability to effectively serve stakeholders, enact a culture of policy management by establishing a platform for a high level of creativity that provides for a culture of learning and innovation. Show less
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Education
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Online Audio and Video Media
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Educational Leader
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Mar 1994 - Jul 2012
Directed all school operations for more than eighteen years. Negotiated, initiated, evaluated and monitored contract performance and maintainability Developed strategic plan to stimulate future growth through initiating innovative design of policies, human capital, and organizational structure Created and supported collaborative teams to evaluate and effectively respond to company deficiencies, marketing strategies, organizational structure, and inadequate organizational… Show more Directed all school operations for more than eighteen years. Negotiated, initiated, evaluated and monitored contract performance and maintainability Developed strategic plan to stimulate future growth through initiating innovative design of policies, human capital, and organizational structure Created and supported collaborative teams to evaluate and effectively respond to company deficiencies, marketing strategies, organizational structure, and inadequate organizational policies Created and managed ongoing institutional analysis by establishing organizational evaluation teams Reduced expenses through effective budget oversight and administration. Development of creative resource allocation alternatives to cut costs to accomplish goals and objectives. Coordinated relocation and facility upgrades of campus through oversight of contractor obligations Negotiated, and evaluated building contractor performance and adherence to architectural design and organizational needs Spearheaded raising more than $2 million in donor support specifically through design and development of Institutional Advancement and networking relationships Created and developed a new school board through design and introduction of a policy governance model of leadership Developed and established effective customer centered approach to all operations Show less Directed all school operations for more than eighteen years. Negotiated, initiated, evaluated and monitored contract performance and maintainability Developed strategic plan to stimulate future growth through initiating innovative design of policies, human capital, and organizational structure Created and supported collaborative teams to evaluate and effectively respond to company deficiencies, marketing strategies, organizational structure, and inadequate organizational… Show more Directed all school operations for more than eighteen years. Negotiated, initiated, evaluated and monitored contract performance and maintainability Developed strategic plan to stimulate future growth through initiating innovative design of policies, human capital, and organizational structure Created and supported collaborative teams to evaluate and effectively respond to company deficiencies, marketing strategies, organizational structure, and inadequate organizational policies Created and managed ongoing institutional analysis by establishing organizational evaluation teams Reduced expenses through effective budget oversight and administration. Development of creative resource allocation alternatives to cut costs to accomplish goals and objectives. Coordinated relocation and facility upgrades of campus through oversight of contractor obligations Negotiated, and evaluated building contractor performance and adherence to architectural design and organizational needs Spearheaded raising more than $2 million in donor support specifically through design and development of Institutional Advancement and networking relationships Created and developed a new school board through design and introduction of a policy governance model of leadership Developed and established effective customer centered approach to all operations Show less
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Logistics System Manager
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1984 - 1992
Logistics management of six shuttle payload checkout systems consisting of over 110 subsystems in the Level IV (Experiment & Integration of Space Shuttle payload-Flight Simulation) NASA Payload Checkout System Ensured maintenance coverage, configuration upgrades, and all other resources availability for electrical and mechanical systems Interfaced with engineering personnel to develop strategies for upgrades and configuration changes of electrical and mechanical systems and… Show more Logistics management of six shuttle payload checkout systems consisting of over 110 subsystems in the Level IV (Experiment & Integration of Space Shuttle payload-Flight Simulation) NASA Payload Checkout System Ensured maintenance coverage, configuration upgrades, and all other resources availability for electrical and mechanical systems Interfaced with engineering personnel to develop strategies for upgrades and configuration changes of electrical and mechanical systems and subsystems Developed new process of conducting the Logistic Operational Readiness Assessment for Pre-Flight payload logistics readiness. NASA Payload Chief recommended this new Logistics Operational Readiness Assessment to became the standard reporting procedure for all flight readiness logistics reviews for all departments. Show less Logistics management of six shuttle payload checkout systems consisting of over 110 subsystems in the Level IV (Experiment & Integration of Space Shuttle payload-Flight Simulation) NASA Payload Checkout System Ensured maintenance coverage, configuration upgrades, and all other resources availability for electrical and mechanical systems Interfaced with engineering personnel to develop strategies for upgrades and configuration changes of electrical and mechanical systems and… Show more Logistics management of six shuttle payload checkout systems consisting of over 110 subsystems in the Level IV (Experiment & Integration of Space Shuttle payload-Flight Simulation) NASA Payload Checkout System Ensured maintenance coverage, configuration upgrades, and all other resources availability for electrical and mechanical systems Interfaced with engineering personnel to develop strategies for upgrades and configuration changes of electrical and mechanical systems and subsystems Developed new process of conducting the Logistic Operational Readiness Assessment for Pre-Flight payload logistics readiness. NASA Payload Chief recommended this new Logistics Operational Readiness Assessment to became the standard reporting procedure for all flight readiness logistics reviews for all departments. Show less
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Education
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Nova Southeastern University
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Columbia International University
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Columbia International University
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