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Program Instructing Command & Staff College Expeditionary Warfare School

Last Name Miles First Name Christopher Rank Lieutenant Colonel Service Marine Corps CDET Faculty Experience None

None Number of Years Supporting

CDET

First Year

Military Status Reserve

Current Assignment Station Inspector, MCAS Beaufort Civilian Education • Associate of Arts, General Studies, Central Florida, 2002

• Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, Central Florida, 2004

• Master of Science in Human Resources and Organization Development, Louisville, 2017

Military Schools • Aviation Safety Commanders’ Course:

• Command and Staff College Date: 2023

• JPME, Air University Command and Staff

College (ASU, USAF) Date: 2022

• Civil-Military Operations Course (MOS

0535) Date: 2021

• Civil Affairs Officers Course (MOS 0530)

Date: 2018

• Command Financial Management

Specialist Course Date: 2012

• Expeditionary Warfare School Date: 2013

• Financial Management Officers Course Date: 2008

• Contracting Officer Representative Level II Date: 2017

• Professional Selling Skills Date: 2007

• Enhanced Defense Financial

Management Training Date: 2009

• The Basic School Date: 2008

• Officer Candidates School Date: 2004

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt I Green Belt Date: 2012

Major Assignments

• 2023 - 2024 Executive Officer/ Reserve Liaison, H&HS, MCAS Beaufort, SC; Mobilized Reserve

• 2022 - 2023 Operational Sponsor / Reserve Liaison, MARFORLOGCOM, MCLB Albany, GA; Active Reserve

• 2020 - 2022; Detachment Commander/ Director, Wounded Warrior Detachment-Portsmouth, VA; Mobilized Reserve

• 2019 - 2020; Reserve Support Officer, RS Columbia, SC; IMA

• 2016 - 2019; 4TH Civil Affairs Group, FHG, MFR, Hialeah, FL;

o Financial Management Officer; SMCR o Contracting Officer; SMCR o Civil Affairs Officer/ Civil Affairs Team Leader; SMCR o Admin Officer; SMCR o G9 Officer; SMCR o Education/Governance Officer; SMCR

• 2014-2016; HEADQUARTERS & SERVICE BN PARRIS ISLAND, SC

o Deputy Comptroller; Active o Chief, Quick Reaction Branch; Active/Individual Augmentee

• 2011-2014; HEADQUARTERS & SERVICE BN CAMP SMITH, HI

o Financial Management Officer (G8); Active o Comptroller; Active

• 2008-2011; CBTLOGREGT 17 1ST MLG CAMP PENDLETON, CA

o Comptroller; Active o Disbursing Officer (FWD)/ Active o Assistant/Disbursing Office; Active

• 2007 – 2008; Officer Selection Officer-Miami; Recruiting Station Fort Lauderdale; IRR/ADOS Experience Keywords

Strategic Planning; Process Improvement; Mentoring; Stakeholder Management; Risk Management; Operational Efficiency;

Digital Transformation; Manpower Management; Performance Measurement; Budget Management; Program Analysis;

Medical Supervision; Staff Supervision; Financial Planning; Contracting; Civil Affairs; Administration; Budget Formulation

And Execution; Resource Management; Financial Analysis; Policy Formulation; Recruiting Operations; Leadership Development; Strategic Partnerships; Workforce Planning; Performance Optimization; Acquisition Strategy; Contract Financing; Competitive Bidding; Civil Information Management; Humanitarian Assistance; Nation Assistance; PPBE; Root Cause Analysis; Trend Analysis; Combat Casualty Payments; Compliance & Inspections.

C. A. MILES

SUMMARY

Highly motivated and experienced executive-level leader with over two decades of success in federal, state, and local fiscal and human capital management. Skilled in strategic planning, leadership development, operational excellence, human resources management, and financial management. Proven ability to achieve or exceed goals while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

EDUCATION

• Master of Science, Human Resources and Organizational Development, University of Louisville,

• Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice (Cum Laude), University of Central Florida, 2004

• Associate of Arts, General Studies, University of Central Florida

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Leading Change: 20+ years of leadership experience, driving strategic change and exceeding organizational goals through vision promotion and continuous process improvement.

• Leading People: Proven track record of leading hundreds towards organizational goals, fostering inclusive workplaces, and facilitating cooperation.

• Results Driven: Consistently meeting and exceeding client expectations through technical knowledge, analysis, and calculated risk-taking.

• Business Acumen: Strategic management of human, financial, and information resources in both peace and wartime scenarios.

• Building Coalitions/Communication: Skilled in building partnerships across federal agencies, state and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, and international organizations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Squadron Executive OƯicer (Deputy Director)

Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort, SC | 2023 - Present

• Lead a squadron of 250+ personnel, consistently achieving or exceeding mission-critical goals

• Implement cost-control measures, reducing operational expenses by 15%

• Spearhead comprehensive training programs, elevating personnel proficiency

• Successfully manage crisis situations, minimizing downtime and ensuring swift resolution

• Champion a culture of safety, resulting in zero aviation-related accidents or incidents

Director, Reserve Manpower

Marine Corps Logistics Base, Albany, GA | 2022 – 2023

• Designed and implemented an employee development program, improving satisfaction by 25%

• Developed and executed human resources strategies, increasing top-tier talent acquisition by 20%

• Led a cultural transformation initiative, increasing employee engagement by 30%

• Established diversity and inclusion programs, increasing workforce diversity by 15%

• Revamped the performance management system, contributing to a 20% increase in employee performance

Director/OƯicer in Charge, Wounded Warrior Detachment

Portsmouth Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA | 2019 – 2022

• Strategized with medical professionals to enhance agency operations and develop innovative programs

• Advised hospital leadership on matters related to wounded warrior care, recovery, and reintegration

• Oversaw detachment direction, strategic planning, and management

• Provided guidance on complex medical policies and maintained impactful relationships with stakeholders

• Represented the Wounded Warrior Headquarters at various levels, addressing policy issues

Director of Operations and Administration

Marine Corps Recruiting Depot, Beaufort, SC | 2016 – 2020

• Supervised specialized personnel across seven states

• Formulated strategic guidance and led recruitment initiatives

• Advised leaders on workforce development programs

• Innovated recruitment, training, and development strategies

• Ensured compliance with quality assurance standards

Senior Budget Analyst, USDA-FAS

Washington, D.C. | OCT 2016 - AUG 2018

• Provided authoritative advice on financial management for the Foreign Agricultural Service and USMC Reserves

• Briefed senior leaders and executives, improving government spending eƯiciency

• Supported financial system integrity, recouping millions in unused grant and Congressional programmed funds

Chief Finance OƯicer, USMC

Hawaii/Southeast Asia | JUN 2011 - MAY 2014

• Led management of a $2.1B account influencing business in the U.S., Japan, and Korea

• Strengthened diplomatic relations with foreign executives in over 20 Southeast Asian countries

• Initiated innovative human resource management, financial readiness, and risk mitigation programs

• Led 12 directorates supervising over 100 employees

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• Improved eƯiciency of a $90M program by implementing Kaizen (Continuous Process Improvement) techniques

• Reduced annual spending by 35% ($20M to $13M) while amplifying personnel proficiency by 13%

• Enhanced growth/profitability strategy, risk mitigation, and corporate governance of an $877M program

• Maintained 100% accuracy of $485M in various combat operations funding and contract payments

• Attained 150% recruitment score leading a team of five recruiters

• Created district-wide staƯing scorecard and strategy objectives

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Strategic Planning and Execution • Leadership Development and Team Management • Fiscal Management and Budgeting • Human Resources Management • Risk Management and Compliance • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (2012) • Contracting OƯicer Representative (Level 2) • Marine Corps Executive Level Leadership Schools • International Diplomatic and Civil AƯairs Planning • Professional Selling Skills (Achieve Global, 2007) • Business Certificate (Liberty University, 2016) • Top Secret SCI Clearance

MILITARY AWARDS

Received multiple service awards including Army Achievement, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation, Expeditionary Global War on Terrorism, Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), Operation Inherent Resolve (Qatar, Syria, Iraq), Armed Forces Reserves, and Certificate of Commendation.

References available upon request.