Jan 2020 – Jan 2026 · 6 yrs · On-site

• Senior leader responsible for integrating strategic communication, enterprise operations, and acquisition strategy to deliver modernized media and information capabilities across a global organization.
• Directed enterprise-level strategic communication and media capability programs supporting global operations, aligning operational requirements with acquisition, funding, and execution strategies.
• Served as the primary requirements and integration lead for a major modernization initiative, managing a $25M+ future-year portfolio and advising senior leaders on long-term investment decisions.
• Led development and validation of enterprise capability requirements, translating operational needs into executable programs that improved interoperability and lifecycle sustainment.
• Conducted market research and cost-benefit analyses to inform procurement strategies, reduce total ownership cost, and modernize legacy systems.
• Collaborated with senior stakeholders across operations, acquisition, and communication organizations to align priorities, manage risk, and deliver outcomes under fiscal and timeline constraints.
• Managed and mentored cross-functional government and contractor teams, ensuring disciplined execution, accountability, and consistent delivery in high-visibility environments.

Oct 2013 – Dec 2019 · 6 yrs 2 mos · On-site

• Program manager responsible for acquisition strategy, budget execution, and lifecycle management of enterprise communication and media systems supporting global operations.
• Managed and executed $3–5M annual budgets across multiple fiscal years, consistently meeting expenditure targets despite sequestration constraints and continuing resolutions.
• Planned, funded, and led the acquisition and fielding of enterprise communication and media systems, delivering modernized capabilities to operational units worldwide.
• Designed and executed a $4M modernization program for a lightweight satellite transmission system, reducing cost by 50% and weight by two-thirds, improving deployability and sustainment.
• Led development of acquisition documentation and lifecycle plans, serving as the primary government representative responsible for vendor oversight, performance, and compliance.
• Directed market research and trade-space analysis to inform procurement decisions, balancing capability, cost, and long-term sustainment risk.
• Oversaw contract execution and led integrated product teams of government and contractor personnel, ensuring on-time delivery and operational readiness.
• Developed future-year budget strategies to align funding profiles with modernization objectives, enabling long-term cost savings and capability growth.

Mar 2006 – Sep 2013 · 7 yrs 6 mos · On-site

• Senior leader responsible for public-facing communication strategy, media operations, and crisis response for large, complex organizations operating under national and international scrutiny.
• Led communication and media operations for major commands and installations, serving as the senior advisor to command leadership on public affairs, crisis response, and reputational risk.
• Oversaw planning and execution of communication strategy for high-profile, nationally televised events, coordinating with senior leaders, media outlets, and external stakeholders.
• Directed media engagement during sensitive operational periods, balancing transparency, security, and organizational credibility in fast-moving environments.
• Managed and trained communication teams responsible for media relations, messaging coordination, and operational support across multiple subordinate units.
• Served as the primary spokesperson and media liaison for senior commands, ensuring consistent messaging and disciplined execution under public and political scrutiny.
• Deployed in support of overseas operations, providing leadership in complex, high-risk environments requiring sound judgment and rapid decision-making.

Oct 2000 – Feb 2006 · 5 yrs 4 mos · On-site

• Built foundational leadership, operational discipline, and technical experience supporting complex missions in high-demand environments.
• Led and supervised small teams in operational and technical environments, developing early leadership skills and accountability for people, equipment, and mission outcomes.
• Maintained and operated heavy equipment and mechanical systems in garrison and deployed settings, supporting mission readiness and operational tempo.
• Deployed in support of overseas operations, gaining firsthand experience operating under pressure and in austere conditions.