D.Q James Bowden-Manley
Chicago
Summary
Developed leadership and coordination skills in high-pressure environment, adept at tactical planning and operational execution. Excel in decision-making and communication, looking to transition these skills into new field. Focused on fostering teamwork and achieving strategic goals in any professional setting.
Experienced with planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Utilizes strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of implementing efficient processes and achieving project goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Platoon Leader
United States Army National Guard
05.2019 - 06.2024
- Expedited decision-making process in high-pressure situations by maintaining situational awareness and exercising sound judgment under fire.
- Implemented new tactics or strategies based upon lessons learned from previous engagements resulting in improved combat effectiveness.
- Conducted statistical analysis and prepared reports to guide development.
- Prepared and delivered situation updates, reports and graphic representations.
- Boosted morale and camaraderie within the platoon by organizing team-building events and activities.
- Coordinated with higher headquarters for mission planning, resource allocation, and information sharing during deployments.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure by managing unexpected challenges while maintaining focus on mission accomplishment.
- Provided timely reports on platoon status including personnel strength numbers, equipment conditions, or mission updates to higher chain-of-command.
- Managed logistics support for platoon movements ensuring timely arrival at destinations.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Electrochemistry
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA03-2025
Graduate Certificate - U.S Political Institutions: Congress, Presidency
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA02-2025
Graduate Certificate - Resilient Leadership
Harvard Business School Online
Boston, MA01-2025
Graduate Certificate - American Government: Constitutional Foundations
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA01-2025
Graduate Certificate - National Electric Code Program
Chicago Professional Center
Mount Prospect, IL10-2023
Graduate Certificate - Maintenance HVAV Technician/ Electrician
Chicago Professional Center
Mount Prospect, IL10-2023
Graduate Certificate - EPA Universal
Chicago Professional Center
Mount Prospect, IL10-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2019
Skills
- Inventory reconciliation
- Operational planning
- Mentoring
- Personnel management
- Tactical execution
- Mission strategy
- Cross-functional coordination
- Equipment control
- Project planning
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Advanced problem solving
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Supervised Platoon of 50 troops.
- Documented and resolved Community food distribution delays during COVID-19 Military aid Mission which led to thousands of civilians in Southern Indiana and Northern Kentucky receiving ample supply.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Marsjmerket/Norwegian Foot March Badge [GOLD]
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
Languages
Portuguese
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working
Interests
- Cooking
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Gardening, Farming, Growing herbs and vegetables
- Youth Development Programs
- Team Sports
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Platoon Leader
United States Army National Guard
05.2019 - 06.2024
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Marsjmerket/Norwegian Foot March Badge [GOLD]
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
Graduate Certificate - Electrochemistry
Harvard University
Graduate Certificate - U.S Political Institutions: Congress, Presidency
Harvard University
Graduate Certificate - Resilient Leadership
Harvard Business School Online
Graduate Certificate - American Government: Constitutional Foundations
Harvard University
Graduate Certificate - National Electric Code Program
Chicago Professional Center
Graduate Certificate - Maintenance HVAV Technician/ Electrician
Chicago Professional Center
Graduate Certificate - EPA Universal
Chicago Professional Center
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Indiana University, Bloomington
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