Diligent Operations Management Professional eager to contribute an exceptional military background and a degree in law toward supporting an established international business in optimizing bottom-line performance.

 

 

         Possess active Secret Security Clearance.

         Results-focused leader offering exemplary interpersonal, technical, communication, and team-building talents. 

         Significant skills in coordinating cost-effective and efficient distribution operations.

         Able to relate to a wide range of people, establish immediate rapport, and foster influential relationships crucial to advancing business growth. 

         Versatile, productive and adaptable; quickly master new roles, responsibilities, and environments.

         Excellent global knowledge and awareness; adept at driving cohesive and collaborative efforts among cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.  

         Conversational skills in German.

 

 

Juris Doctor, University of Georgia School of Law, 2009

 

B.A. History, The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina, Summa Cum Laude, 2001

 

 

Georgia Army National Guard, 2006 to Present

Operations Officer                    (2009 to 2010)

Operations / Liaison Officer     (2006 to 2009)

• Supported 48^th Infantry Brigade Combat Team through participation in Operation Enduring Freedom and as member of International Security Assistance Force (ASAF) mission in Afghanistan.

 

United States Senate, 2007

Legal Intern, Office of U.S. Senator Kent Conrad

• Successfully completed internship encompassing statutory research, bill evaluation, and analyzing and interpreting policy areas relating to defense, veteran s claims, telecommunications, and general legislative counsel.   

 

OrthoTechnik LLC, 2005 to 2006

Chief of Operations

• Spearheaded full spectrum of Georgia distribution operations for one of the world s leading orthopedic device companies, requiring sharp planning, organizational, prioritization and leadership expertise.
• Resourcefully initiated and administered systems and strategies integral to generating $4M+ in gross annual sales. 

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

Nantahala Outdoor Center, 2005

Whitewater Rafting Guide, Chattooga River

• Demonstrated outstanding talents in quickly mastering new roles and challenges by being chosen to guide rafts on most difficult whitewater river in Southeastern United States after only one week of training.  

 

The United States Army, 2001 to 2005

Armored Cavalry Officer, 1^st Squadron, 1^st United States Cavalry Regiment

• Successfully advanced from 2^nd Lieutenant to Captain based on exemplary performance, dedication, work ethic, and achievements.
• Served in every key leadership position available in both Germany and Iraq, meeting or often exceeding requirements and expectations of role.
• Handpicked to function as Headquarters Executive Officer, a position given only to the most qualified junior officer. 

 

 

University of Georgia School of Law

         Marshall, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity

         Dean s Ambassador

         Student Bar Association

         President, Military Justice Society

 

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina

         Distinguished Military Graduate

         Dean s List and Gold Stars for GPA exceeding 3.7 (eight semesters)

         President and Member, Phi Alpha Theta; National History Honor Society

         Unit Academic Officer

         Commandant s List

         President s List

 

 

National Defense Service Ribbon

Army Achievement Medal

Army Commendation Medal

Army Service Ribbon

Overseas Service Ribbon

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Iraqi Campaign

Afghanistan Campaign

International Security Assistance Force NATO Medal