PEOPLE LEADER | SYSTEMS BUILDER | ARMY VETERAN

Complexity. Controlled. Transformed.

I lead people and build systems that make complex operations work. From four years leading and mentoring Army National Guard soldiers to governing a $300M+ federal subcontract portfolio, I combine hands-on enterprise systems development, Lean Six Sigma and operational controls to improve execution.

Enterprise Operations · Federal Contracts & Subcontracts · AI Enablement · Process Transformation · Supplier Governance
$300M +
FEDERAL PORTFOLIO ENVIRONMENT
LEAN SIX SIGMA
GREEN BELT
TOP-RANKED
DEPARTMENT PERFORMER
15+ YEARS
BUSINESS & OPERATIONS EXPERIENCE

BUILDER • LEADER • VETERAN

I don't just improve processes. I build what teams need to work better.

My work combines hands-on systems development, senior operational judgment and people leadership. I've designed enterprise controls, built software tools, led soldiers, mentored colleagues and translated complex requirements into practical execution.

THE BUILDER

From operating problem to working system

I architect and build connected solutions—including an Oracle APEX subcontract data platform, the Ozbek enterprise operations platform in active development, and a Python/SQLite operations command center. I design decisions, controls, data relationships and workflows, then make them usable through training and practical guidance.

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THE PEOPLE LEADER

Servant leadership, mentorship and accountability

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I am a servant leader who puts people first while maintaining clear standards and accountability. During four years as an Army National Guard noncommissioned officer, I led and developed soldiers, including a seven-person squad in CONUS and OCONUS environments. I conducted performance evaluations, provided formal developmental and corrective counseling, and served in formal mentorship capacities.

I served as the unit's Fitness and Resiliency Coordinator over multiple years and supported brigade-level personnel operations for 250+ soldiers. I navigated sensitive personnel matters with the utmost care, confidentiality and professionalism, balancing individual welfare, sound judgment, military policy and mission readiness. Advanced NCO leadership training and honors recognition reinforced my commitment to mentoring others and leading with integrity.

Leadership, process improvement and technology belong together: people must understand a system, trust its controls and be equipped to use it.

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"Excellence is never an accident; it is the result of high intention, sincere effort,
intelligent direction, skillful execution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities."

— ANONYMOUS
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I'm always open to conversations about contracts, operations, process transformation, systems improvement, and meaningful work where better structure can create better outcomes.

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