Accomplished individual, who builds, leads and develops high performing teams. As a consummate planner; is capable of recognising strategic issues, developing plans and convincing senior leaders to act. Operational background of proactively leading complex and mission-critical projects within the Royal Marines while also facilitating concurrent strategic change initiatives, including a reduction in fixed costs for the Royal Marine Reserve (RMR) by £3m per year in response to the 2010 Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR).

• Leader and Manager: Built a high performing team which delivered operational success in Afghanistan
• Strategic Planner: Developed the strategy the Royal Marines are using to approach SDSR 2015
• Programme and Project Manager: Managed the programmes delivering the UK’s amphibious capability
• Problem Solver and Negotiator: Fostered relationships to enable the transformation of the RMR