Military Service
U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant
Experience
11 years served
Future
Seeking a career in any profession
Location
Gretna, NE
About James
With almost 11 years of active duty service, I served on 5 deployments in just under 8 years. As a leader in the Air Force, my experiences provided me a sincere/solid appreciation of people. I aspire to help people do more and be more by growing professionally and personally.
Professional Summary
I am a senior level manager with 19 years of experience in defense, non-profit, and strategic management who undertakes complex assignments, meets tight deadlines, and delivers superior performance. Experienced in managing a geographically separated organization of 60+ personnel spanning six continents with a 35 million dollar budget. Self-motivator with a passion toward strategic management, leadership, organizational structure, and workforce development whose earned fast-track promotions through a proven record of achievement. Strategic problem-solver with ability to work across all levels of an organization and uncover ways to cut costs, measure performance, and increase customer responsiveness.
• Leadership
• Workforce Development
• Strategic Leadership & Management
• Organizational Structure
• Performance Management
• Non-profit Leadership & Management
Known for building and motivating cross-functional teams spanning multiple agencies, continents, and disciplines that exceed expectations. Established a high-priority overseas office in only 12 months (usually 2-3 year process) despite diplomatic, operational, and fiscal challenges; secured additional $22M in order to meet customer needs.
Academic Achievements
Strayer University, Washington, D.C. Dec 2014
MBA (Finance Concentration) GPA: 3.58
Strayer University, Washington, D.C. Sep 2011
B.S.C.J. (Homeland Sec. & Emergency Mgt Concentration), Magna Cum Laude
Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL Dec 2006
A.S. Criminal Justice
Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL Dec 2006
A.S. Health Sciences