About Me

Professional Experience

Senior Instructional Designer, Booz Allen Hamilton | 2023 – Present

As a lead instructional designer supporting the Marine Corps, I’ve designed high-stakes training solutions, led curriculum evaluation initiatives, and built faculty development programs that directly impact mission readiness. Working with Booz Allen sharpened my ability to collaborate across military and civilian teams while navigating complex client needs with flexibility and clarity.

Instructional Designer & College Instructor 2020 – 2023

I design instructional experiences that move the needle — not just check boxes. Whether teaching in the college classroom or developing digital content, I focus on aligning learning with performance outcomes. Using tools like Storyline 360, Rise, Camtasia, and adult learning principles, I create training that supports retention, application, and engagement.

Program Manager & Training Manager, U.S. Marine Corps 1991 – 2020

During my 29-year Marine Corps career, I led global teams, built training programs from the ground up, and evaluated performance at the enterprise level. From instructing in the field to managing multimillion-dollar budgets, I focused on building systems that produced results. I earned my PMP® certification during this time and continue to apply that disciplined, mission-first mindset to every challenge.

Education

Master of Science, Instructional Technology, East Carolina University

Areas of study included: Principles of Instructional Technology, Analysis of Instructional Systems, Authoring tools, Multimedia Product Development, Instructional Graphics for Educational Media, Distance Learning Management, Web Teaching Design and Development, and Instructional Strategies for Distance Learning. I completed the program with a 4.0 GPA.

Master of Science, Strategic Communications, Troy University

Areas of study included: Communication and Influence, Strategic Communication, Leadership and Media Strategies, Strategic Communication and Emerging Media, Contemporary Issues in Strategic Communications, Research and Strategic Communication, Strategic Organizational Communications, Public Relations and Strategic Communications, and Communication Law and Ethics. I completed the program with a 4.0 GPA.

Bachelor of Science, Management, University of Maryland

Areas of study included: Accounting, Economics, Management and Organizational Theory, Business Law, Writing for Managers, Principles of Marketing, Management Information Systems, Labor Relations, Human Resource Management, and Organizational Behavior.

Personal

My wife and I were married in beautiful Okinawa, Japan, in 2003 and have lived in all four corners of the globe since then. We have one son who is a straight-A student and a couple of Labradoodles that like to keep us on our toes. When I have a little downtime, I play guitar; my favorites are the old-time acoustic blues players.