Taylor Drake

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2012

  Led 140-person company executing high visibility, no-fail ceremonies in support of President, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Commandant of Marine Corps in national capitol region. As platoon commander, led/planned training/logistics for 35-person unit within the company. • Analyzed and improved processes for planning training and managing data utilizing MS Office software; significantly reduced cancelled training events and greatly increased accuracy of reports.• Established/managed company training; planned/led 15+ training exercises/logistics; enhanced readiness.• Planned/led/executed 200+ ceremonial commitments throughout military district of Washington; directly impacted perception of USMC to foreign dignitaries and high ranking US military and civilian leaders. • Noted by commanders as “most professional officer served with” in 7 years and “a superstar in every respect.” Show less Led/trained 15-person artillery observation and liaison section supporting 1,100-person battalion executing combat operations in Afghanistan. Planned indirect fires and coordinated with cannon/rocket artillery and mortar firing agencies. Crafted tactical messages for battalion to deliver in support of Coalition information campaign.• Improved procedures for clearance of airspace and delivery of precision munitions at battalion fire support center; streamlined system and accurately delivered over $2 million of artillery munitions on enemy targets.• Advised senior leaders on all aspects of artillery in support of combat operations; composed fire support plan for battalion-level operations; successfully managed target list of 150+ known/likely enemy positions.• Synchronized efforts of psychological operations, combat camera unit, and battalion’s radio station; crafted information operations messages that promoted positive perception of USMC/Coalition to local populace.• According to Battalion Commander, "​[Taylor's] ability to translate commander's intent into action is among the best I have ever observed." Show less Commanded firing position, including securityand gunline operations, for 130-person battery. Managed ammunition expenditure, occupation of new positions, and artillery safety. Managed licensing, vehicular safety, and maintenance.Led battery’s transition from non-standard combat mission as convoy security team back to artillery operations; ensured 130+ Marines’ readiness to accurately provide indirect fires over 18+ kilometers.• Led unit in fielding/employing $12 million of new equipment; enhanced accuracy/speed/combat capability. • Planned/led logistics to move 22 vehicles, 11 trailers, equipment, and 130 Marines 135 miles with no losses.• Lauded by commander as “best first lieutenant encountered in 22+ years” and for “outstanding leadership.” Show less Led/trained 70-person platoon in US in gun line artillery operations. Led 45-person mixed occupation platoon in Iraq executing non-standard mission of convoy security operations.• Planned/led 30+ convoys totaling 8,300+ miles throughout Al Anbar Province, Iraq; escorted 220+ civilian vehicles, transported 100+ detainees, and ensured route security in support of combat operations.• Led team executing operations hundreds of miles from higher headquarters with 750-person special task force in support of Iraqi forces during Hajj pilgrimage; led to success of theater-level priority mission.• Managed maintenance and accountability of 20+ military vehicles, 35 controlled cryptographic assets, 14 weapon systems and 6 howitzers worth over $12 million; enabled constant operational readiness in combat.• Noted by commander for, "incredible work ethic, unquestioned integrity, impeccable appearance, and a refreshing lack of bravado." Show less

  • Platoon Commander / Executive Officer, Company B, Marine Barracks Washington

    Aug 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Training Officer and Project Leader, MCI Company, Marine Barracks Washington

    Jan 2010 - Aug 2010

  • Artillery Liaison Officer / Information Operations Officer, 2d Bn 8th Marines

    Nov 2008 - Dec 2009

  • Executive Officer, Battery C, 1st Bn 10th Marines

    May 2008 - Nov 2008

  • Forward Observer / Platoon Commander, Battery C, 1st Bn 10th Marines

    Jan 2007 - May 2008
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  OneSubsea

  Jan 2013 - now

  Lead cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget completion of subsea equipment projects. Create and carry out project execution plan. Coordinate between engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and support entities in order to achieve desired results. Monitor budget, tracking and reporting all positive and negative variances. Utilize project management programs and tools, to include risk management software, Primavera schedules, and SAP. Interact daily with customers, vendors, and leaders within Cameron. Show less

  • Project Management and Engineering Office Manager

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Integration Manager for Projects

    Oct 2022 - Nov 2023

  • Manager of Project Management

    Mar 2020 - Oct 2022

  • Deputy Project Director

    Feb 2017 - Jun 2020

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2013 - Feb 2017
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  U.S. Marine Corps Reserve

  Feb 2015 - now

  Second in command to the regimental commander of 14th Marines. Lead and mentor the officers of the regiment and manage senior officer staffing and movements within the unit. Lead, train, and mentor the Marines and Sailors of the 5th Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment. Lead and mentor the Marines of the 14th Marines Field Artillery Headquarters Fire Support section. Plan and execute Regimental annual training live-fire exercise. Support Fire Support Teams integrating in numerous active duty exercises around the world. Second in command to the battalion commander of 3d Battalion, 14th Marines. Lead and mentor the officers of the battalion and manage officer staffing and movements within the unit. Manage the battalion Force Preservation program. Manage the logistical requirements of 3d Battalion, 14th Marine Regiment and lead the Marines in the battalion logistics section. Lead, train, and mentor the Marines of Headquarters Battery, 14th Marine Regiment.

  • 14th Marines Regiment Executive Officer

    Sept 2024 - now

  • Battalion Commander

    Aug 2022 - Aug 2024

  • FAHQ Fire Support Coordinator

    Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

  • Battalion Executive Officer

    Sept 2019 - Aug 2021

  • Battalion Logistics Officer

    Aug 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Battery Commander

    Feb 2015 - Aug 2018