Sunday, December 31, 2017

No BizNet Meeting on 2 Jan

Happy New Year to all!  We wish you all the best for a safe and fulfilling year ahead.  

BizNet will not meet this week (2 Jan) as we take a holiday period break.

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, 9 January 2018.  We currently have no speaker scheduled for that date, so we'll go with open forum networking.  ...unless you have a speaker in mind or would like to lead a discussion yourself -- if so just let me know.  

See you in 2018.  Swing by sometime on a Tuesday morning to reconnect with and strengthen your grad network.  Remember that we now meet at the Embassy Suites on East Hampden - see directions below.

---------------------------------------------------
 

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Monday, December 25, 2017

No BizNet Meeting This Week (nor Next Week)

BizNet will not meet this week (26 Dec) nor next week (2 Jan), as we take a holiday period break.

Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, 9 January 2018.  We currently have no speaker scheduled for that date, so we'll go with open forum networking.  ...unless you have a speaker in mind or would like to lead a discussion yourself -- if so just let me know.  

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

See you in 2018 -- swing by sometime on a Tuesday morning to reconnect with and strengthen your grad network.

---------------------------------------------------
 


Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 19 December 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 19 DECEMBER 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, General Discussion

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.  You are also welcome to bring up topics of general interest.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

19 Dec (this week):  Open Forum Discussion & Networking

26 Dec:  No Meeting - holidays..

2 Jan:  No Meeting - holidays.

9 Jan:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

 

---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, December 10, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 12 December 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 12 DECEMBER 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, General Discussion

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.  You are also welcome to bring up topics of general interest.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

12 Dec (this week):  Open Forum Discussion & Networking

19 Dec:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

 

---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, December 3, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 5 December 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 5 DECEMBER 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, General Discussion

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.  You are also welcome to bring up topics of general interest.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

5 Dec (this week):  Open Forum Discussion & Networking

12 Dec:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

 

---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, November 26, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 28 November 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, General Discussion

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.  You are also welcome to bring up topics of general interest.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

28 Nov (this week):  Open Forum Discussion & Networking

5 Dec:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

 

---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, November 19, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 21 November 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2017:

0700-0800:  Introductions, Networking Assistance, General Discussion

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.  You are also welcome to bring up topics of general interest to the group.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

21 Nov (this week):  Open Forum Discussion & Networking

28 Nov:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

 

---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week and a Happy Thanksgiving!

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, November 12, 2017

Weekly News & Agenda for Tuesday, 14 November 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 14 NOVEMBER 2017:

0700-0730:  Introductions & Networking Assistance

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.

0730-0800:  Speaker - Dave Jackson (USMA '73)  ***RESCHEDULED FROM LAST WEEK***

Dave was present and ready to give his talk last week as scheduled, but attendance was very low, likely due to the sketchy weather and roads that morning.  So he kindly agreed to give his talk this week instead. 

Dave will provide an overview of the top Direct Marketing company. He'll discuss income potential, risks associated with this business, monetary outlays required, along with a full explanation of what one will need to do to succeed in this business model. For anyone that has a defined need for extra income without affecting your current job, this could open up options.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

14 Nov (this week):  Dave Jackson - see above.

21 Nov:  TBD/Open Forum Networking.

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.

3.  REMINDER - Our Meeting Location:

Beginning this past June, we changed our regular Tuesday morning meeting location.  We now meet at the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Ave, Denver, 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for about 1 mile.  The hotel will be on your left.  Parking is free.  Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.

4.  GRAD SEEKING ASSISTANCE -- James Rapuzzi (USNA '07):

James Rapuzzi (USNA '07) is new to the Denver area and requests our assistance with his job search.  Please see his resume below, but note that any formatting issues are due to the limitations of our BizNet blog tool.

Please contact James directly if you can offer advice, referrals, or other job search assistance.

James writes:  I've spent the last several years as an investment banker and corporate finance professional for Anheuser Busch InBev and I'm open to roles in many different capacities.


James Richard Rapuzzi

1 Harborside Pl. Apt 458                                                                                                            410-271-4027

Jersey City, NJ 07311                                                                                            james.rapuzzi@gmail.com


Experience                                                                                                                                                            
Anheuser-Busch InBev                                                                                                                                    New York, NY

Global Director, Cash Flow and Capex - Business Performance and Budgeting                                         2016 – Present

        Promoted to Global Cash Flow and Capex Director after 5 months in the company, a partner level position, managing yearly budgeting and monthly performance evaluation for consolidated global business

        Advises the CFO/CEO directly and frequently on global capital allocation matters and other strategic initiatives related to working capital efficiency, cash conversion, and resourceful capex employment

        Planned, organized, and ran a 100-person cash flow workshop for finance leaders across the company resulting in ~$500 million in working capital initiatives

        Manages cash flow reporting in 9 geographic zones and related integration of assets post SABM acquisition

Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC                                                                                                              New York, NY

Investment Banking Associate – Financial Sponsors Group                                                                             2015 – 2016

        Managed over 30 separate deal processes within private equity coverage, working across a range of industries and deal types, with a focus on leveraged finance, strategic mergers and acquisitions, and public/private monetization opportunities

        Conducted rigorous business, financial, industry, environmental, and legal due diligence to evaluate credit risk

        Constructed operating and financial models for LBO, bank, high yield, and equity financings

        Partnered with sales team and corporate lending colleagues to facilitate syndication process and structure credit agreements

        Drafted internal credit memoranda for revolvers, leveraged loans, high yield debt, and equity private placements

        Prepared various external client facing materials including rating agency presentations, lender presentations, and bank books

United States Navy                                                                                                                                                  2007-2013

Submarine Learning Center Detachment San Diego                                                                            San Diego, CA

Department Director                                                                                                                                      2011 – 2013

        Lead officer for a 35-man team responsible for training 800 Navy Nuclear Operators onboard two Nimitz class aircraft carriers and 300 Sailors from six Los Angeles class submarines

        Managed and directed the training and utilization of two $5M military nuclear reactor simulators that model “at sea” operations, and two high risk trainers for practice in damage control procedures

        Mentored and instructed 45 junior officers in the areas of thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, reactor theory and electrical engineering in preparation for Engineer’s Exam, resulting in a 94% pass rate (above the submarine force average)

        Planned and executed training for 2,500+ college midshipmen that aided in the positive perception of the submarine force and ensured “Future Undersea Force Capabilities,” through the development of tomorrow’s military leaders

        Led more than 30 distinguished visitor, senior government and military leader tours featuring Naval training facilities and operations; educating more than 500 global influencers

USS La Jolla                                                                                                                                                   Pearl Harbor, HI

Assistant Department Head                                                                                                                              2008-2011

        Managed all combat systems and 22 operations personnel across three separate divisions aboard a Navy fast-attack submarine

        Hand-selected as Officer of the Deck, a position reserved for individuals five years more senior, for a major tactical inspection, resulting in a grade reserved for the top 25% of performers

        Directed a watch team responsible for collecting vital national security intelligence through surveillance and reconnaissance during three deployed missions

        Ensured the operability and readiness of a tactical weapon systems to include 10 cruise missiles and four latest-generation torpedoes during deployments to the Middle East and Western Pacific operational areas

        Planned 20+ international missile strike exercises from start-to-finish; produced real-time updates and the final debrief for task force commanders; ensured mission readiness

        Instituted, developed and implemented a unit wide audit and surveillance program improving risk assessment and mitigation for 15 diverse programs relating to the unit’s 150 personnel

Education                                                                                                                                                             

University of Notre Dame                                                                                                                             Notre Dame, IN

Master of Business Administration, Corporate Finance                                                                                    May 2015

        Fellowship for Military Veterans

        President - MBA Veterans Association
United States Naval Academy                                                                                                                       Annapolis, MD

        Bachelor of Science, Information Technology (graduated with merit)                                                      May 2007

Achievements / Certifications
                            Interests

            Top Secret (SCI) Clearance (six years)
            Business Development Consultant - HERO
           Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (two)
           Fly fishing, duck hunting, and Alaska
           Navy Dive School Graduate - 2010
           Swiss National League (brother plays for EHC Visp)
           Dept. of Energy Nuclear Engineer Cert. - 2011
           Notre Dame and Navy Football



---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14'ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.

Sunday, November 5, 2017

Agenda for Tuesday, 7 November 2017

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 7 NOVEMBER 2017:

0700-0730:  Introductions & Networking Assistance

Tell us what's new for you, especially any networking needs.  We can help with referrals, advice, job search assistance, and other networking.

0730-0800:  Speaker - Dave Jackson (USMA '73)

Dave Jackson (USMA '73) will provide an overview of the top Direct Marketing company. He'll discuss income potential, risks associated with this business, monetary outlays required, along with a full explanation of what one will need to do to succeed in this business model. For anyone that has a defined need for extra income without affecting your current job, this could open up options.

2. SPEAKER SCHEDULE:

7 Nov (this week):  Dave Jackson - see above.

14 Nov:  TBD/Open Forum Networking

If you have a speaker in mind for any upcoming Tuesday, or would like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know, at panicciaj@aol.com.


---------------------------------------------------
 

Have a great week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Embassy Suites at 7525 East Hampden Avenue, Denver, CO 80231.  From I-25, exit at Hampden, then proceed east for 1 mile, where the hotel will be on your left.  Parking at the hotel is free. Look for us in the 14ers Room, which is to your left as you enter the hotel's central atrium.  RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). There are no dues or fees.  Our schedule, roster, and other information are posted at www.academybiznet.org.  Sign up (free) by following the instructions on the home page, to receive communications via our blog and email.                                                                                       

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Grad Seeking Assistance - Steve Burns (USMA '05)

GRAD SEEKING ASSISTANCE:  Steve Burns (USMA '05)

Steve Burns (USMA '05) is conducting a job search in the Denver area.  He is a recent MBA graduate (University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management), with successes in corporate positions as well.  Steve is focusing on opportunities requiring cross-functional team leadership and/or operations management.

In recent days, Steve has applied for positions at both Jeppesen and Anthem, and is also interested in other corporate or government teams that would benefit from his leadership skills and track record as a problem solver.        

Please take a look at Steve's cover letter and resume, below.  Contact him directly if you can offer advice, referrals, or other job search assistance.  (Please Note:  Any formatting issues are due to the limitations of our BizNet blog.)


1.  COVER LETTER:


Robert (Steve) Burns
2085 Mountain Sage Dr.
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
RSBurns.IM@gmail.com
860-836-6157

Dear Hiring Manager,

            Throughout my Army and Professional career, I have excelled as both a people and process leader.  I am passionate about mentoring junior leaders and realizing successful process improvements and implementation. I would like to put my leadership skills, experience, and passions to work advocating and making an impact for your company. 

Past successes:

-        Commanded a Patriot Missile Firing Battery.  Took command in Korea, redeployed them back to the States, moved them from Fort Bliss, TX to Fort Hood, TX and then stood the unit up at the new post and trained new crews to become deployable.  I was responsible for the welfare and safety of all the Soldiers and their Families.  I was offered a second command of the Battalion’s Headquarters Battery which was a cross functional leadership experience as I worked with the other battery commanders in the battalion as well as the staff officers and their Soldiers.  In both of those roles I had the privilege of mentoring and training junior officers. 

-        As a battery commander, I led by example and showed the Soldiers that I truly cared. I was the first commander to certify on the weapons systems, led the unit in fitness events and brought families together.

-        Led a team at Boston Scientific manufacturing batteries for pacemakers and internal defibrillators.  Gained experience working in the medical device field working on high tech products where quality was of the utmost importance. 

-        I was one of the founding members of Team Red, White and Blue and am currently on the Veterans Expeditions board of directors.  I’ve been a leader with RWB since the start in several different roles and I’ve seen how these Veteran Support Organizations have positively impacted so many lives.  I know how valuable good customer service and positive interactions is to Veterans, especially ones who are struggling at home. 

Finally, I’m an inquisitive, caring and experienced leader and teammate.  I have operational experience, direct and cross functional leadership and I know that I have a lot to offer your team.  I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how my experiences and skills will allow me to make an immediate impact on this team.

Thank you for your time and consideration in reviewing my application.

Respectfully,

Steve Burns


2.  RESUME:


Robert “Stephen” Burns
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 ● RSBurns.IM@gmail.com ● (860) 836-6157
 https://www.linked in.com/in/rsburns

SUMMARY
Dedicated leader with ten years of experience leading cross-functional teams, managing complex projects and collaborating with colleagues and partners to successfully accomplish mission critical objectives of the organization.  Known for possessing a deep passion for mentoring and developing leaders, working tirelessly to obtain the resources needed and collaborating with other groups to solve problems.  Expertise in the following areas: 
·       Leadership and Coaching
·       Operational Reporting and Analytics
·       Business Process Improvement
·       Presenting to peers and leaders
·       Financial Planning and Analysis
·       Managing complex projects / processes

EXPERIENCE

DISH NETWORK, Denver, CO
          Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A                                                               August 2015 – October 2017
·        Provide budget to actual variance analysis for Direct Sales, Customer Service Center and Retention/Loyalty and create reports for the CFO, Treasurer and the respective Vice Presidents.
·        Create budget targets for the business units and help them conduct financial forecasting for the year.
·        Manage the subscriber summary and forecast and send monthly updates to the CFO.
·        Conducted ad-hoc financial analysis projects for various business units.
·        Established the first Veterans Group collective resource for DISH Network.

MBA Summer Intern                                                                                         May 2013 – August 2013
·        Provide financial planning and analysis for the Customer Service Operations team.
·        Led a project to analyze if signal data can tell the team to preemptively send a truck/tech.

BOSTON SCIENTIFC, Arden Hills, MN
          Senior Production Supervisor                                                                  August 2011 – August 2012
·          Supervised a 20-person team to safely and efficiently manufacture batteries for pacemakers and defibrillators.
·          Led a cross functional project that streamlined production from battery automation lines and increased output by 30%.
·          Increased shift productivity by 20% by improving operator versatility and reducing inefficiencies on production line. 
UNITED STATES ARMY, AIR DEFENSE ARTILLERY
       Captain, Headquarters Battery Commander, Fort Hood, TX and Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. 
                                                                                                                                  December 2009 – July 2011
·        Led 223-person team in Texas and Kuwait executing staff operations, managing 4 Patriot firing batteries, and providing critical communications for 788-person battalion.  Planned and resourced missions.  Maintained $40M of equipment. 
·        Planned and resourced deployment of 175-person team on short notice to 5 locations in Kuwait; fulfilled Secretary of Defense’s request for forces and provided air defense coverage for multiple US interests.
·        Developed and implemented a strategy to consolidate leadership for all battalion medical and food service personnel without any loss of service to subordinate units; greatly increased accountability and productivity.
·        Developed relationships with Kuwaiti Army and Air Force units; planned, coordinated and resourced joint training exercises for air defense crews, increasing protection for major population centers in Kuwait City and Al Jahra.
·        Emplaced and employed communications platoon that provided critical communications link integrating northern fire units with battalion headquarters; successfully planned/executed link from multiple locations. 
Captain, Patriot Missile Battery Commander, Fort Bliss, TX        October 2008 – December 2009
·        Led 102-person team providing air defense against enemy aircraft and ballistic missiles. Planned/resourced missions.
·        Rapidly trained 3 new air defense crews on critical skill set; enabled battery to be first of 4 in battalion to achieve gunnery certification; became first battery commander to pass tactics exam with 95% score.
·        Facilitated deployment of 10-person team and $10 million of equipment to Israel in support of joint exercise linking multiple new air defense platforms together for first time; greatly increased readiness in region. 
First Lieutenant, Battalion Adjutant, Fort Bliss, TX and Camp Carroll, Republic of Korea
                                                                                                                            July 2007 – October 2008
·        Led 10-person team in Texas and South Korea providing personnel support to 800-person battalion operating in Iraq, Afghanistan, South Korea, and Texas.  
·        Developed staffing model and analysis that enabled movement of 700+ personnel to Korea, Iraq and Afghanistan.
·        Developed tracking that enabled efficient production of 1,500+ awards/500 evaluations upon redeployment. 
Lieutenant, Executive Officer, Platoon leader, Tactical Control Officer   May 2005 – July 2007
·        Led 25-person team executing air defense tactical control and launching operations.  Planned and resourced missions.  Maintained $30M of equipment.
·        Led 20-person crew conducting live fire testing of new Patriot software system at White Sands Missile Range. 

EDUCATION 
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Carlson School of Management, Minneapolis, MN         May 2014 
Master of Business Administration, Emphasis: Finance  
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY, West Point, NY                                                     May 2005
Bachelor of Science, Economics  

COMMUNITY SERVICE
TEAM RED, WHITE AND BLUE  
Captain, Minnesota Chapter                                                                                                 2012-2014         ·        Team RWB is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission of enriching the lives
               of Veterans through fitness and community relationships. 
VETERANS EXPEDITIONS
           Treasurer, Board of Directors                                                                                         2016 -Present                     ·        Veterans Expeditions is a veteran led, chartered non-profit in the state of Colorado
                           that aims to get Veterans outside to reconnect to the land they defended and
                           overcome missions using teamwork and leadership.