Professional Experience

Board member/Founder, TIVY Corp. (Professional Services for Cybersecurity, GIS, and Data Strategy) - Current

  • Strategic Planning: Spearhead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that have positioned TIVY as a market leader (Oil and Gas Pipeline).

  • Operational Management: Overhaul operational processes, leading to an increase in efficiency and a significant reduction in costs.

  • Team Leadership: Cultivate a high-performance culture by mentoring and empowering a diverse team of professionals.

  • Investor Relations: Successfully managing relationships with key investors, securing funding that fueled the company’s growth trajectory.

  • Innovation: Champion a culture of innovation, resulting in the launch of new products/services that have expanded the company’s market reach.

Regulatory Compliance Manager, EDPR North America - Current

August 2019 - Current

  • Performance Metrics: Established key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and drive team performance.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Foster collaboration between departments, enhancing communication and streamlining workflows.

  • Compliance Oversight: Lead the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive compliance programs for NERC low impact renewable facilities and NERC medium impact remote operations centers, ensuring adherence to NERC CIP standards.

  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate compliance risks, conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure regulatory alignment and operational integrity.

  • Policy Development: Create and maintain compliance policies and procedures, providing guidance and support to cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application.

  • Training and Education: Design and deliver targeted training programs to enhance staff understanding and adherence to NERC CIP requirements, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, facilitating communication and ensuring that all compliance-related matters were addressed promptly and effectively.

Remote Operations Center Operator/SCADA/IT/OT Integrator, APEX Clean Energy

April 2016 – May 2019

  • Led high-impact projects, delivered on time and within budget.

  • Implemented training programs to enhance team performance.

  • Executed operational strategies aligning with company goals.

 

Staff Sergeant – United States Marine Corp – Battalion Operations Chief (Field Artillery) from 2009-2017

Skills

  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead and inspire teams towards achieving company goals.

  • Strategic Planning: Expertise in developing and executing strategic plans that drive growth and innovation.

  • Operational Efficiency: Strong focus on optimizing operations to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

  • Financial Acumen: Proficient in financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.

  • Analytical Thinking: Skilled in analyzing data for inform decision-making and strategy development.

Professional Affiliations

  • Department of Energy Fellow – OTDefender Program (Idaho National Labs)

  • Board member, STEM VP, Emerging Leaders VP - AFCEA Central Virgina Chapter

  • Chair – Regulatory Compliance Committee, American Clean Power

  • Chair – Security Practices and CIP Working Group – North American Generator Forum

  • Standard Drafting Team Member – North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)

  • Board member - Stanardsville Independence Day Committee (SIDC)