Clarity. Curiosity. Connection.
Veteran | Business & Security Professional | Emerging Research & Policy Analyst

Professional Background

My career has always centered on responsibility, security, and service. I’ve spent years working in federal and military environments — from supervising terminal operations on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands to my current role in security and access control at a U.S. Army installation.

These experiences taught me that leadership isn’t about authority — it’s about composure, judgment, and care under pressure. I’ve managed teams, coordinated compliance with TSA and FAA guidelines, and learned how systems function — and sometimes fail — when tested. More importantly, I’ve learned how people rise to meet those moments.

Now, I’m channeling those lessons into research and analysis. My interests are expanding into risk management, intelligence integration, and policy strategy — fields where structure meets insight and where critical thinking can make real-world impact.

Academic Focus

At Bellevue University, my studies explore the intersection of national security, human security, and environmental policy. I’m especially interested in how institutional capacity and social trust influence stability — how systems designed to protect can either empower or fail the people they serve.

My academic work reflects a deep curiosity about the human side of systems — the ways data, decisions, and lived experience interact to shape outcomes. This research deepens my understanding of risk, resilience, and governance, insights I aim to apply in policy analysis and strategic decision-making roles.

“Understanding is its own form of security.”
That idea guides both my research and my professional life.

Personal Philosophy

I believe in showing up with integrity, empathy, and awareness. My years in uniform taught me structure and accountability; my studies taught me perspective and adaptability. Together, they’ve shaped a philosophy of leadership rooted in awareness, adaptability, and compassion — the foundations of both effective security and sustainable policy.

I’m building a career defined by resilience, understanding, and service — whether through research, policy analysis, or leadership development.

Current Focus

I’m currently exploring opportunities in research, policy analysis, and strategic risk management, where I can combine my operational background, analytical training, and commitment to service to strengthen organizational strategy and human-centered decision-making.

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PS500-T301 National Sec, Transnational

PS605-T301 Green Security Eco-conflict

PS615-T301 Political Islam & Terrorism

PS505-T301 Comparative Intell Cultures (2263-1)