Background:

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• I have over 25 years of military and federal government experience. I have been teaching wellness and spirituality for 13 years. I am a published author and professionally trained comedian. 

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Please provide a summary of your work history, qualifications, and background:

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• I have been in the military for over 13 years. During my military career I have served as a Food Service Specialist, Military Police, and currently a Chaplain. As a federal government employee, I was employed by the Department of Defense, the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the United States Army Corp of Engineers. 

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Why would a prospective client want you to be their keynote speaker or to support their speaking event? What are some compelling aspects of your background/career/experience that we should know about?

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• I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to each presentation. I have successfully navigated through challenges and achieved remarkable success. I have an ability to connect with individuals and audiences on a deep level, empowering them to unlock their full potential and overcome obstacles. As an Army Chaplain I have been hand selected by General Officers, dignitaries to speak and/or to represent their organization in public arenas. 

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What are your primary topics/areas of expertise?

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• Resilience

• Grit

• Ostracism

• Team Building

• Relationship Dynamics

• Emotional Maturity (Anger, Fear, Shame, etc.)

• TDF Perceptual Style

• Spirituality

• Leadership

• Family Systems Theory

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Choice Theory

• Purpose and Meaning

• Suicide Intervention

• Various behavioral science topics such as Parataxic Distortion. 

 

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What are some positions you have held in your career that you would like prospective clients to know about?

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• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion board member, Sexual Harassment/Assault instructor, Master Resilience Trainer, Certified Chaplain Clinician, and Project officer.

 

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What are some speaking events you’ve supported recently?

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• The Department of Veterans Affairs, the American Red Cross, the University of Washington, the Coffee Oasis Homeless Youth Shelter/Program, and various US Army and private sector organizations.

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Do you have any articles or publications? Have you been featured in any? If so, what were they?

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• I have frequently been featured in Army.com, the Madigan Pulse, and have been a guest on WFMV Columbia and WAMO Pittsburgh radio stations.

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Please list any other information you would find helpful:

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• My doctoral research is on the Spiritual Development of the Adolescent Military Child making me an expert on the subject of the challenges, barriers, and affirmations of the science of spiritual development. 

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