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Academic & Thought Leadership

2024 – Present

Adjunct Professor

KEUKA COLLEGE CHINA PROGRAM

Delivers undergraduate instruction in strategy, leadership, and business within international academic environments, integrating real-world strategic application into curriculum design.

  • Develops and delivers strategy-focused curriculum aligned with global academic standards
  • Integrates real-world case studies, emerging technologies, and applied learning methodologies
  • Strengthens critical thinking and analytical capabilities through structured evaluation and feedback
  • Promotes academic integrity and high-performance learning environments

 

2020 – 2025

Adjunct Online Faculty

UNIVERSITY OF THE PEOPLE

Delivered graduate and undergraduate business education in a global online environment, with emphasis on strategy, leadership, and organizational effectiveness.

  • Revised MBA capstone curriculum to improve academic rigor and alignment with program outcomes
  • Enhanced student engagement through applied business scenarios and interactive learning approaches
  • Recognized for strong student and peer evaluations reflecting instructional effectiveness
  • Contributed to development of grading frameworks and academic standards

 

Executive & Strategic Leadership

2013 – 2017

Deputy Director, Strategy & Integration

HEADQUARTERS DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY G-4

Led enterprise-level strategy initiatives within one of the largest and most complex organizations in the federal government, advancing national emergency response readiness and interagency coordination.

  • Directed national-level strategy for mass fatality response, aligning federal, state, and private sector stakeholders
  • Achieved $6.2M in cost savings through strategic consolidation and operational efficiency initiatives
  • Led large-scale infrastructure alignment across European operations to support national security priorities
  • Strengthened cross-sector collaboration, improving preparedness and execution across multiple agencies
  • Advised senior leadership on enterprise risk, strategic priorities, and operational integration

 

2010 – 2012

Chief, Strategic Management & Planning

U.S ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

Spearheaded enterprise transformation through the design and implementation of a comprehensive strategic management framework supporting executive decision-making.

  • Led adoption of an enterprise-wide campaign plan and strategic management system
  • Established governance frameworks to align strategy, performance management, and execution
  • Founded the Federal Strategic Planning Center of Expertise to enhance cross-agency collaboration
  • Advised senior executives on organizational transformation, performance improvement, and long-term strategy
  • Recognized with the Goodman Award for excellence in strategic management practices

2004 – 2010

Chief Plans, Policy, & Strategy

SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND SOUTH

Oversaw strategy, policy, and planning for multinational and interagency operations in high-risk, high-stakes environments.

  • Designed and implemented strategy that prevented a terrorist attack targeting critical infrastructure in New York City
  • Developed operational strategy supporting the successful rescue of U.S. hostages in Colombia
  • Authored command strategy securing $40M in mission-critical funding aligned to national priorities
  • Directed development of regional campaign plans aligning operations with U.S. national security objectives
  • Advised senior U.S. and international leaders, including four-star flag officers and congressional stakeholders

 

Military Leadership

1978 – 2007

Lieutenant Colonel, Special Forces

U.S ARMY

Distinguished career in leadership, operations, and strategic planning across global assignments, including combat and multinational environments.

  • Led complex operations in high-risk environments requiring strategic planning and execution
  • Developed expertise in leadership, risk management, and mission-critical decision-making
  • Built and led high-performing teams across diverse cultural and operational contexts

 

Education

Doctor of Management, Organizational Leadership

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Master of Strategic Studies

U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE

MA, Organizational Management

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

Graduate Studies, Public Administration

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA

BS, Theatre & Recreation

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA