Examine at least 2 examples of best practices for leaders in team development and communication in the organization using the 3 dimensions of energy, engagement, and exploration.

• Examine planning methods used by the leader to align teams with organizational vision, and distinguish actions that built and fostered team development and teamwork.
• Include the utilization of resources to build teams, including training, projects, and programs.

Provide sources used

*Public Safety*Homeland Security*Emergency Management*Hazardous Material* *Search and Rescue*Firefighting*Emergency Medical Response*

7031 Lake Barrington Drive, New Orleans, LA 70128 Home: 22 years of comprehensive public safety experience in emergency management and planning, safety, incident management, search and rescue, hazardous material, training, and liaison support activities. Strong qualifications in, personnel affairs, resource management, public safety, and emergency response. Well-developed leadership and analytical skills as evidenced by ability to continuously improve fire/rescue operations, hazardous material response, and emergency medical services. Reputation for strong work ethic and uncompromising devotion to service. Hardworking, team spirited, highly motivated, and dedicated to enhancing the quality of public safety through safe, productive, and cost-efficient quality services.

COMPETENCIES Fire Fighter I, II, & Inspector I certified (LSU) Hazardous Material Awareness, Operational, & Technician Level, certified (LSU) Rescue training in accordance with NFPA1670 in the areas of vehicle, heavy equipment, rope, confined space, structural collapse water and trench rescue. U.S Department of Homeland Security Weapons of Mass Destruction Training.

Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings Performance Level Training from New Mexico Tech. Active Shooter Response (LSU) Train the Trainer Incident Command System (ICS) 100& 200 Incident Command System (ICS) 230, Emergency Management Incident Command System (ICS) 235, Emergency Planning National Incident Command System (NIMS) 700, 701, 702, 703, 704, & 800 Emergency Support Function (ESF) 804,808,809,810 Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents (ICS-300) Advanced ICS Command and General Staff-Complex Incidents (ICS-400) Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning Training ICS 546 & 547 Safety Officer Awareness Level (ICS) International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) Tulane University President 2012-2014, Vice President 2011

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Associate Vice President for Campus Safety, Emergency Preparedness & Response August 2023- Current Louisiana State University (LSU) System The Associate Vice President of Campus Safety, Emergency Preparedness & Response is responsible for managing and executing overall operations and strategy related to the LSU Office of Emergency Preparedness and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), Environmental Health, LSU Campus Police, Parking & Transportation Services, and Risk Management. This includes, but is not limited to, strategic planning, budgeting, policy development, programming, educational awareness, and maintaining stakeholder relationships to enhance LSU's core mission of discovery, learning, diversity, and engagement. *Public Safety*Homeland Security*Emergency Management*Hazardous Material* *Search and Rescue*Firefighting*Emergency Medical Response* Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness June 2022-August 2023 Louisiana State University (LSU) System Responsible for managing overall operations related to the LSU Office of Emergency Preparedness and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) including planning, budgeting, programming related to the university's emergency preparedness and response functions during emergency situations. In carrying out this role, the director shall be a key resource in developing and maintaining relationships with local, state and federal emergency agencies, including GOHSEP, FEMA, and the Board of Regents. Serve as the university's point person during times of crisis to coordinate efforts under the leadership of the Executive Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer. Develop/maintain a comprehensive system-wide emergency plan and sub-plans in collaboration with campus stakeholders and groups. Ensure all plans are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. Serve as the Chair of the EOC Core Committee. Implement and evaluate programs to prepare the university community for potential man-made, natural disasters and emergencies.

Special Government Employee Member Selection FEMA National Advisory Council (NAC) Current - November 2025 The National Advisory Council (NAC) advises the FEMA Administrator on all aspects of emergency management, including preparedness, protection, response, recovery, and mitigation for natural disasters, acts of terrorism and other manmade disasters.

Senior Advisor (Board) April 2022- Current Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management Serving as Senior Advisor, responsible for support and significant growth in the Institute for Diversity & Inclusion in Emergency Management programs following the launch of I-DIEM's BUILD Program, expansion of the Institute's Equity Response Teams, the national HERricane Program, and the Lt. General Julius Becton Jr. Scholarship Program. The position also assist in the rollout and implementation of key projects. Develop, monitor and review projects plans for projects and initiatives.

Director of Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness October 2021-May 2022 HCA Healthcare Tulane Medical System Charged with the leadership and oversight for enterprise public safety, emergency preparedness & response strategies for HCA Healthcare's Tulane Health System to help protect our patients, employees, organization and the communities we serve. Responsible for the design, implementation and management of preparedness & response programs and operations to enhance the readiness, response, resilience and recovery to incidents and events that impact the HCA Healthcare's Tulane Health System, affiliates and communities we serve. Responsible to lead and direct organizational strategies across all groups, divisions and lines of business to ensure the continuity of clinical and business operations during normal and adverse times. Responsible to design, build and lead the organizations emergency operations readiness & response program toward HCA Tulane Medical System being a more resilient healthcare system.

Chief of Staff March 2021-October 2021 City of New Orleans Public Safety & Homeland Security Management responsibility for all Public Safety Department services to include New Orleans Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness, Real time Crime Center, New Orleans Fire & EMS Departments', and activities; manages the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Assist with development of annual department budgets for personnel, operations, and equipment. Also assists in developing long-range capital budgets for various public safety programs. Monitors the departmental budgets throughout the fiscal year and oversees the purchase and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, and supplies. Is a standing body of the City's Unified Command Structure and advises the City's Elected Officials and Executive Leadership and administration on protection, preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery planning to all hazards and vulnerabilities within the Parish, State and Region. *Public Safety*Homeland Security*Emergency Management*Hazardous Material* *Search and Rescue*Firefighting*Emergency Medical Response* Adjunct Professor 2021 - Current Tulane University Emergency & Security Studies Program Instruct both undergraduate & graduate level studies in the field of Homeland Security, Emergency Management, and Public Health.

Interim Director January 2021- March 2021 City of New Orleans Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness Direct and manage all activities responsible to the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness as well as all duties associated with the Deputy Director position described below.

Deputy Director- May 2018- January 2021 City of New Orleans Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness Oversee and Manage daily Operations of the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness and responsible for administering the City's crisis and consequence management program. Act as Director in his/her absence. Directs the four core functions of the City Emergency Operation Center (CEOC); Planning, Operations, Finance/Administration & Logistics including Division program areas of (Planning & Strategic Programs; Training, Exercises & Evaluation; Community Engagement/NOLA Ready). Directs the research, development, implementation and maintenance of Citywide Crisis Management Framework, Programs & Emergency Operation Plans. Serves as the primary point of contact for citywide crisis management framework and programs, particularly for senior federal, state, and regional stakeholders. On call 24 hours a day /7 day a week for any major/unusual event including weather events, fire, hazardous materials, or EMD/terrorist incidents, and is capable of being requested at any time for response to local or regional incidents to act in a strategic, tactical, or advisory role, depending upon the needs of the incident. During CEOC and/or Incident Command Post (ICP) activation: As a member of the Command Staff, Staffs the CEOC as CEOC Manager during activations. Performs final review and authorizes distribution of documents published by the Planning Section, including the Citywide Incident Action Plan (IAP) and Mayor's Brief. Performs financial and administrative management of homeland security and public health grant programs. In the absence of a Planner specializing in public health, serves as the primary point of contact for all public health/medical emergency management initiative (including administration of the CRI/SNS program) Ensures that the operational objectives and tasks assigned to the Planning Section, including development of the Citywide IAP and Mayor's Brief, are carried out effectively.

Homeland Security Liaison Officer 2016-2018 LA SAFE Fusion Center Liaison Officer City of New Orleans Fire Department Serves as a liaison between the New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) and the City of New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD), establishes a cooperative relationship with the appropriate state and local agencies and departments and various private corporations with regard to public safety infrastructure protection. Responsible for developing intelligence analysis programs to analyze information lawfully collected by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and by elements of the intelligence community with respect to threats of terrorist acts and natural disasters. Tasked with reviewing citywide plans, procedures, and operations for compliance with NIMS standards and revising plans as necessary to meet goals established in hazard and risk assessments. This may include reviewing and developing plans for the City's Emergency Operations Plan, event and incident plans, external agencies, or partners such as schools, churches, and businesses. Serves as point of contact to receive and review all Incident Action Plans from the NOFD that are coming to the office and will provide those plans to the NOHSEP Planning Section Lead for incorporation to the citywide IAP. Provide Subject Matter Expertise to the NOHSEP planning and operations sections in daily activities, including advice on events and incident management. Serves as the grant manager for the New Orleans Fire Department, writing and managing all NOFD grants. *Public Safety*Homeland Security*Emergency Management*Hazardous Material* *Search and Rescue*Firefighting*Emergency Medical Response*

Compliance/Training Officer 2013-2016 City of New Orleans Fire Department Ensures the Department is conducting its operations in full compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations that pertain to the Fire Service industry, as well as professional standards, accepted best practices, and internal standards. Manage all data reporting including Fire Records Management System (FRMS), prepare monthly Louisiana State Report; National Fire Incidents Reporting System (NFIRS). Prepares Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly Performance Appraisals for the Mayor of New Orleans, his staff, and City Council Members to ensure accountability in meeting Departmental goals. Serves as liaison between 9-1- 1 communication district, local, state, federal and industry representatives. Manage all Department Radios, Computers, and Phones. Also serves as liaison to state agencies for homeland security purposes and is the communications officer for the Department. Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future. Served as Commander of the Incident Management Team (IMT). Fire Captain 2012- City of New Orleans Fire Department Duties include, but not limited to directing the activities of Fire personnel during an assigned shift. Supervising several personnel and has responsibility for their safety. Assigning, directing, and supervising firefighting, medical, hazardous material emergencies, and related life and property protection; directing the route to be taken to emergency calls; implementing and/or integrating into an incident management system; making decisions regarding firefighting methods to be used; deploying and managing personnel; ensuring the safe operation of fire equipment and apparatus; and assisting Fire Community Services with, and participating in, public education, community relations, and fire prevention programs and activities. Plans, schedules, assigns, and participates in equipment and station maintenance, company drills and training, company fire inspections and other operational and administrative functions.

Firefighter 2002-2012 City of New Orleans Fire Department Respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents; provide appropriate services as required including emergency rescue and fire suppression; perform search and rescue for trapped or injured persons; perform emergency medical and first aid services as needed; prepare reports regarding emergency incidents as assigned. Perform a wide variety of administrative and technical tasks and functions in support of fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous materials, and emergency medical and other emergency services; and provide highly responsible prevention activities including crash fire rescue, inspections, and security.

Reserve Emergency Support Function (ESF) 4, (ESF) 9, (ESF) 10 Liaison, 2009-2016 City of New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Manages and coordinates firefighting activities, including the detection and suppression of fires by coordinating the deployment of personnel, equipment, and supplies in support of local firefighting operations. Coordinates rapid deployment of search and rescue resources (SAR) to provide lifesaving assistance to local emergency response agencies SAR Coordinators and Mission Coordinators when there is an actual or anticipated request for SAR assistance. Coordinates support to local emergency response agencies in response to an actual or potential unplanned discharge or release of hazardous materials following catastrophic disasters, industrial accidents, and radiological incidents not from a fixed nuclear facility, transportation incidents, or other major hazardous material events. *Public Safety*Homeland Security*Emergency Management*Hazardous Material* *Search and Rescue*Firefighting*Emergency Medical Response*

Emergency Response Battalion Chief 2006-2008 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Michoud Assembly Facility New Orleans, LA Plans respond and direct disaster response to fire, medical, search and rescue, and hazardous material events throughout the facility. Lead crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural, wartime, or technological disasters. Coordinate drills and exercises to test the emergency plan and response capabilities for evacuation/relocation. Provide overall safety for the personnel and infrastructure within the facility.

ADVANCED EDUCATION

PHD Candidate in Urban Planning University of New Orleans (UNO) 2024 New Orleans, La Unites States

Naval Post Graduate School Tulane University 2020 MPS, Homeland Security/Emergency Management New Orleans, LA United States DHS Center for Homeland Defense & Security FEMA Vanguard Executive Crisis Leadership Executive Leaders Program (ELP) Cohort 2002 Fellow Cohort IV 2023 Monterey, CA United States

FEMA Emergency Management Institute National Emergency Management Executive Academy Cohort IX Emmitsburg, MD United States

Harvard Kennedy School Center for Public Leadership National Preparedness Leadership Initiative Leadership in Crises Executive Cohort May'21 Cambridge, MA

Harvard Kennedy School of Government Homeland Security Institute General and Flag Officer (GFOS) Homeland Security Executive Cohort May'22 Cambridge, MA

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) Candidate 2023 Commission Review Louisiana Emergency Manager Pro (LEM-P) 2019 New Orleans, LA United States

Tulane University 2014 Cum Laude BA, Homeland Security/Emergency Management Public Health New Orleans, LA, United States

Delgado Community College 2009 AS, Fire Protection Technology New Orleans, LA, United States Dillard University 2000-2002 BA, Business Administration New Orleans, LA, United States

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