Ray Besson, MBA

Ray Besson, MBA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Principal Supply Chain Manager - Amazon Transportation Services

  • Education

    • USAF Air Command and Staff College

      2009 - 2010
      Master of Science (M.S.) Military Operational Arts and Science

      Completed multidisciplinary program emphasizing critical thinking in Leadership, Strategic Planning, International Security, and Applied Warfare studies with an emphasis on Political-Military strategy. Nominated for the Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs Award for best paper by a Political-Military Affairs Strategist.

    • Louisiana Tech University

      1991 - 1994
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Aeronautical Science Magna Cum Laude
    • Touro University

      2007 - 2009
      Master of Business Administration (MBA) Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Summa Cum Laude
  • Experience

    • United States Air Force

      Apr 2007 - Apr 2009

      Led standardization and evaluation of combat readiness, proficiency, and capabilities of 150+ aircrew for worldwide employment. Directed Wing's Unit Compliance Inspection preparation for 330 Airmen culminating in 16 Superior Performance Team/Individual awards from the Inspector General.Led standardization and evaluation of the USAF's most diverse Expeditionary Operations Group while deployed in support of combat operations (17 squadrons/1500 aircrew members/16 major weapon systems/100+ aircraft). Garnered Staff Assistance Visit recognition as "Best in Area of Responsibility". Show less

      • Chief Weapon Systems Officer/Standardization and Evaluations

        Apr 2008 - Apr 2009
      • Executive Officer

        Apr 2007 - Apr 2008
    • U.S. Department of State

      Jun 2010 - Jul 2014
      Political-Military Affairs Strategist / Advisor

      Political-Military Advisor to the Assistant Secretary of State (Bureau of Political-Military Affairs) and Executive Secretariat (Office of the Secretary). Provided political-military expertise to build effective relationships with the Department of Defense and other global partners. Consistently expanded Department of State/Department of Defense engagement. Provided support to every Professional Military Education school, Service, and Combatant Command. Championed civil-military integration across the interagency community. Synchronized US policy and military operations to sustain coalitions, pursue international stability and security cooperation, and contribute to multi-national operations. Show less

    • United States Air Force

      Jul 2014 - May 2017
      Chief of Strategic Planning

      Led strategic planning and analysis to synchronize science, technology, and requirements for the largest USAF combat forces portfolio of $19B. Develop 30-year force structure plans to meet national strategy and future years defense budgeting. Advocated Combat Air Force priorities for modernization and sustainment of a multi-billion dollar portfolio consisting 1,650 combat aircraft, all air-to-ground weapons, and other programs. Integrate Total Force plans for Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserves. Show less

    • US Special Operations Command

      Apr 2016 - Oct 2016
      Director of Air Operations

      Directed Air Operations spanning 4 countries in support of US Special Forces and International Partners. Coordinated with International partner forces and government leadership to streamline air logistics, and expand operational capabilities.

    • Amazon

      May 2017 - Jul 2024

      Lead Innovation & Delivery Estimate Accuracy (DEA) Program Management initiatives which drive process improvement by identifying defects, calculating risk, creating and measuring standard processes and metrics, guiding technology development solutions, and shaping associate engagement/training to provide actionable data-driven resources and insight to Fulfillment Center operators with the goal of improving the Amazon Customer Experience. Manage all major transportation technology deployments as new technology/processes are launched, putting "boots on the ground", testing and validating the technology. Lead team employment of a mentoring/train-the-trainer approach with Program Managers and launch teams, targeting key individuals who can direct and leverage resources in applying Integration methodologies.

      • Sr. Manager

        Jan 2022 - Jul 2024
      • Principal Program Manager, Innovation & Delivery Estimate Accuracy Program Management Office

        Apr 2021 - Apr 2022
      • Sr. Program Manager, Technology Integration

        May 2017 - Apr 2021
    • Amazon.com

      Mar 2024 - now
      Principal Supply Chain Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single & Multi-Engine Land Instrument Airplane

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Jan 1994
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ray Besson, MBA
      Summa Cum Laude - Jan 2010
    • Awarded to Ray Besson, MBA
      Magna Cum Laude - Jan 1994
    • Awarded to Ray Besson, MBA
      Humanitarian Service Medal United State Air Force Awarded to honor personnel of the Armed Forces of the United States who distinguished themselves by meritorious direct participation (hands on) in a significant military act or operation of a humanitarian nature, or have rendered a service to mankind.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Search and Rescue

      Issued by Self-Initiated
      Self-InitiatedAssociated with Ray Besson, MBA
    • Laborer

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity International on Jun 2005
      Habitat for Humanity InternationalAssociated with Ray Besson, MBA