Social Growth Branding Agency

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Program Manager

United States Air Force

As a Senior Program Manager, I led a team of front line managers who oversee programs focused on aircraft inspections, equipment maintenance, and compliance issues. Facilitating human resource responsibilities, I handled all performance reviews, coaching feedback, culture setting strategy, and any disciplinary actions necessary. My entire responsibility encompasses managing 153 total employees, two aircraft maintenance hangars worth $36M, 11 programs, and $28M worth of equipment.

An achievement in this position includes:
●	Led a high-profile program focused on improving our qualification upgrade rates.

Senior Program Manager

In this role, I served as program manager at two separate locations, Dover Air Force Base and Ramstein Air Force Base. Leading a seven-member team, I focused the team’s efforts on flawless execution of the aircraft maintenance programs. Specifically, identifying and implementing process improvements that increased productivity and operational efficiencies within the aircraft wheel and tire work center saved the Air Force millions of dollars in cost savings. In addition, I liaised with senior leadership ensuring they were up to date on all aircraft and equipment statuses and concerns.

Some notable accomplishments in this role include:
●	Increased order efficiency by 150% via creation of database.
●	Secured alternative sourcing options for aircraft wheel bearings preventing nine-month supply bottleneck.
●	Delivered 6% cost savings through streamlined inventory and production processes.

While in Honduras, I oversaw all aircraft and helicopter related operations for Central American missions and ensured safe and secure operations of the region’s lone capable C-5 airfield. 

I did this while training and developing a two person crew as they executed the vision of the section. I was awarded a Commendation Medal for my efforts during that year.

Key achievements in this role included:
●	Collaborated with the U.S Marines to conduct three anti-trafficking operations throughout Central America.
●        Overhauled base’s tool accountability system, creating central checkout point and reducing waste by 27%

Operations Manager

I interacted with Wing deployment agency while ensuring that all personnel and equipment met 12 hour Operations capability timelines. I also ensured full-spectrum readiness of personnel and equipment, maintained mobility folders, and ensures mobility training requirements are met. I also deployed within 12 hours as C-5 and C-17 maintenance team member, while supporting TRANSCOM's global Joint Task Force-Port Opening (JTF-PO) mission with the Army.

I sustained worldwide Contingency Response Wing maintenance operations while being deployable within 12 hours. During this time, I executed bare base buildup, established personnel and equipment placement, and supported USTRANSCOM directed missions. As a mechanic, I maintained and serviced 18 C-5 and 13 C-17 aircraft and alleviated maintenance personnel shortfalls.

Contingency Aircraft Mechanic

During the beginning of my Air Force career, I performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on 18 C-5 aircraft valued at over $3.7 billion. I also performed aircraft inspections and servicing for daily training sorties, worldwide missions, and special taskings. I managed numerous programs and tracked accountability of test equipment, tools, and technical manuals valued at $1 million.

Aircraft Mechanic

Crowdbotics

Visiting Fellow

National Association of African Americans in Human Resources - Northern California

• Strategy development and oversight of its implementation, leading its strategic communications
effort to demonstrate NAAAHR value and impact

• Developing new components of the Chapter's strategy

• Lead the Chapters strategy development and oversight of its implementation including leading
the development of annual and longer-term goals, monitoring achievement of the goals, and
establishing metrics to determine successful implementation of the goals.

• Lead the Chapters innovation efforts including supporting the operation and the development of
new ideas for the Chapter

• Support the coordination of the organization’s knowledge management strategy setting up
systems to facilitate knowledge management between partners, networks, and other external
thought leaders

• Working closely with the Chapter President, Leaders and Board Members to develop criteria to
define key strategic partnerships in alignment with the Chapters strategic plan and work
towards implementing a plan to secure partnerships that support mission achievement

• Work with Chapter Leaders and Board Members to execute against ambitious goals, including
identifying, cultivating and soliciting funding from sponsors, partners, external foundations,
corporations, government sources and other community partners

• Steward existing and build new strategic partnerships that advance NAAAHR’s mission
achievement including identifying new partners to development for new programs and services
provided locally

• Use opportunities to deepen relationships with current partners and sponsors, and to advance
strategies to secure potential partners

Vice President of Strategy

Business Strategy | Data Analytics | Innovation | Defense Ventures Alum

As a visionary entrepreneur and LinkedIn branding strategist, I channel over a decade of experience into helping corporate professionals and startup founders carve influential digital identities. 

At the helm of Social Growth Branding Agency, I’m dedicated to transforming LinkedIn brands into powerful narratives that captivate, inspire, and drive engagement. Our mission extends beyond mere visibility; we strive to craft legacies that resonate across the entrepreneurial and corporate landscapes.

My journey is defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation. The combination of 14 years of military experience and an Executive MBA from Brown University and IE Business School on the horizon gives me a unique vantage point at the intersection of cutting-edge marketing strategies and transformative leadership principles. 

My expertise lies in identifying the unique value each professional and founder possesses, turning their experience into strategic assets that elevate their career and business trajectories.

Beyond this venture, I am an advocate and supporter for equity in entrepreneurship. My aspiration to launch a venture capital fund for underrepresented founders is a testament to my commitment to leveling the playing field in the startup ecosystem. 

Through mentorship, strategic advisory, and leveraging my extensive network, I aim to foster an environment where every aspiring entrepreneur can thrive.

In everything I do, my approach is characterized by a blend of creativity, strategic foresight, and a genuine passion for seeing others succeed.

Shawn Gregoire

Leadership Progress Coaching

I've recognized a critical need for true leaders in the corporate world. There is a stark difference between managers and leaders, and my mission is to help organizations cultivate leaders who genuinely support both the company and their teams.

Founder

Public Spend Forum

The Tech Innovation Circle (TIC) aims to accelerate the capacity for market engagement and serve as a catalyst for effective emerging tech focused public/private partnerships and greater commercialization success.

Public Spend Forum Founding Member - Tech Innovation Circle

Cisco

Sales Operations Analyst

Cisco Sales intern gaining experience in creative problem solvers with a consultative approach and ability to clearly communicate complex ideas.

Military In Sales Fellow

US Army

I was a nuclear expert trained and equipped to disable nuclear weapons of mass destruction infrastructure; package, transport, and safeguard nuclear and/or radiological materials that pose a threat to friendly forces; collect and transport samples of radiological material or nuclear Weapons of Mass Destruction intelligence for forensic analysis, and conduct sensitive site exploitation operations on nuclear sites.

Nuclear Operations Emergency Manager | Nuclear Disablement Team Member

I was the Company Commander for the Wichita Recruiting Company responsible for the health, morale, and welfare of over 30 Non-Commissioned Officers. We are accountable for meeting recruiting requirements of the United States Army's Recruiting Command across south-central Kansas and parts of northern Oklahoma.

Talent Acquisition Regional Manager | Recruiting Company Commander

I was the Company Commander for the 718th Ordnance Company (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), responsible for the health, morale, and welfare of over 40 Soldiers and Non-Commissioned Officers. We accomplished many high-visibility, politically-sensitive missions with excellence.

Senior Operations Manager | EOD Company Commander

I was the Explosive Ordnance Disposal/Countering-Weapons of Mass Destruction of United States Forces-Korea's Combined-Joint Inter-Agency Coordination Group-Korea (CJIACG-K). I coordinated an assessment of Explosive Ordnance Disposal capabilities of the Republic of Korea's military alongside stakeholders from United States Forces Korea, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, The U.S. Army's Edgewood Chemical Biological Center, the Department of State, Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCHOLEOD), and senior leaders from every branch of the Republic of Korea's military.

Strategic Risk Analyst | Countering-Weapons of Mass Destruction Planner

I was a student of the Army Logistics University's Explosive Ordnance Disposal/Logistics Captains Career Course (EOD/LOGC3).

Officer Leader Course Student | EOD/Logistics Captains Career Course

I was a Plans Officer within the Protection Cell of the 1-25 Stryker Brigade Combat Team. I integrated explosive hazards and improvised explosive device-mitigation planning alongside military police, air-defense artillery, chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) sections across the brigade.

Junior Strategic Operations Manager | Plans Officer

I was the Operations Officer of the 65th Ordnance Company (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), responsible for the entire company's operations. I coordinated for mission planning across the United States and the Pacific region.

Operations Manager | Operations Officer

I was a Platoon Leader of the 65th Ordnance Company (Explosive Ordnance Disposal), responsible for the morale, welfare, and training of 10 Soldiers and Non-Commissioned Officers.

Junior Operations Manager | Platoon Leader

I was a Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCHOLEOD) student at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

Technical Training Student | EOD School Phase 2 Student

I was a student at the Army Logistics University of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) School, Phase One at Fort Lee, Virginia.

Technical Training Student | EOD School Phase 1 Student

I was a student of the Army Logistics University Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) at Fort Lee, Virginia.

Junior Officer Leader Course Student | Ordnance Basic Officer Leader Course 

I supported recruiting efforts at all Cleveland-Metro area colleges affiliated with John Carroll University's Reserve Officer Candidate Program (ROTC) as a newly-minted 2nd Lieutenant in the Army.

Talent Acquisition Advisor | Gold Bar Recruiter

Decisive Point

Decisive Point team members are trusted partners to great companies, providing critical industry expertise in capturing government funding for R&D and larger federal contracts for business expansion. Decisive Point doesn’t just understand our portfolio’s businesses, they are part of their growth strategy. The insights gained from our process help us see beyond the curve, identifying opportunities within various government agencies and programs. Our unique model helps Decisive Point to confidently assess investment potential, reduce risk, and enhance returns for our investors.

The Defense Ventures Program is a competitive industry immersion program where DoD personnel are embedded in technology companies across the United States and exposed to new organizational methods, business models, technologies, and capabilities. The Program identifies emerging innovators from across the U.S. military and places them into short-term work environments within technology and venture capital firms.

Defense Ventures Fellow

After a successful transition as an Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer to Cisco as a Sales Operations Analyst, I discovered my true calling in coaching and mentoring. I'm now turning coaching into my full-time career!

At Cisco, I harnessed data insights to streamline sales strategies and boost operational efficiency. I was on track to become a leader within Cisco, but I wanted a different challenge.

My foundation in leadership was built during a decade in the Army, where I managed Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Recruiting Operations. This role demanded quick thinking, strategic planning, and exceptional team-building skills across diverse cultures and high-pressure situations. The Army experience ingrained in me the values of trust, resilience, and effective communication.

As a business and leadership coach, I now apply these lessons to guide others toward excellence. I am committed to helping individuals and teams achieve their goals through strategic leadership, innovative problem-solving, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Key Skills: Curiosity, Effective Communication, Change Management, Insight, Trustworthy, Self-Motivated, Public Speaking, Resilience, Creativity, Strategic Thinker, Leadership, Collaboration, Mentor, Safety, Security, Adaptable Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leader, Relationship Builder, Conflict Resolution, Counter-terrorism Operations, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Counter-Proliferation, Decisive, Self-Starter, Strategic Planning, Critical Thinking, Process Improvement, Talent Manager, Operations Management, Human Resource Management, Design, Communication, Microsoft Office Suite, Global Operations and Force Protection

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