Casey Carder, MSL

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Retail Sales Manager, G&I Greenville Retail Center for BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina - To Live Fearless® is to live free of worry, free of fear, because you have the strength of BlueCross BlueShield behind you

  • Education

    • Basic Officer Leadership Course

      2015 - 2015
      Field Artillery

      Trained to be technically and tactically proficient in the implementation of artillery on the battlefield. Duties focused included: planning of fires, coordination with infantry and armor units, implementation of technical intricacies involved with firing of howitzers, as well as training of soldiers.

    • Officer Candidate School

      2013 - 2014
      Military and Strategic Leadership

      Activities and Societies: Class Project Manager OCS is a rigorous 18 month course designed to train, assess, evaluate, and develop Second Lieutenants for the U.S. Army's sixteen basic branches. It is the designed to mold prior service and new soldiers into effective leaders. Completing OCS is one of several ways of becoming a U.S. Army commissioned officer.

    • Jim Evans Academy of Professional Umpires

      2009 - 2009

      A proven 20-year-old program that is sanctioned by Major League Baseball to train umpires for professional baseball. The Jim Evans Academy is also licensed by the Florida Department of Education as a vocational, post-secondary training program.

    • University of South Carolina

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Sociology 3.18 GPA in Sociology

      Sociology is part of the multidisciplinary Social Sciences Department. As the systematic study of how people live together in groups, sociology is essential for understanding why people think and act as they do, how societies hold together or experience conflict, and how cultures differ. Sociology helps you learn to see how the social world is organized and structured, and helps you better see connections between your personal life, your community, and the world. This helps you evaluate… Show more Sociology is part of the multidisciplinary Social Sciences Department. As the systematic study of how people live together in groups, sociology is essential for understanding why people think and act as they do, how societies hold together or experience conflict, and how cultures differ. Sociology helps you learn to see how the social world is organized and structured, and helps you better see connections between your personal life, your community, and the world. This helps you evaluate approaches to the social issues you face today and contributes to improving our collective quality of life. Show less

    • Norwich University

      2017 - 2019
      Master of Science - MS Leadership

      The most effective leaders share certain qualities: exceptional communication skills, a strategic outlook, strong ethical convictions, emotional intelligence, and a passion for the organizations for which they work. The Master of Science in Leadership program helps current and rising leaders understand their personal leadership strengths and weaknesses and develop the knowledge and skills needed to lead and inspire positive change within their organizations.

  • Experience

    • Earwood's Karate Studio

      Jan 2007 - Mar 2008
      Instructor

      Planned classes and tailored them to the skill level of the students. Classes included teaching new techniques, practicing strikes on pads or heavy bags, sparring, stretching, conditioning and discussing the history or philosophy of the art. Spoke with students before and after classes to answer questions and make sure students were on track to reach their goals. Administered pre-selection exams for students to advance to the next belt level. Traveled to competitions and demos to coach students and promote the school. Show less

    • CBUA Columbia Baseball Umpires Association

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2010
      Umpire

      Officiated at sporting events, games, or competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed. Resolved claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations. Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions. Conferred with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems. Show less

    • TUA Triangle Umpires Association

      May 2010 - Sept 2011
      Umpire

      Officiated at sporting events, games, or competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed. Resolved claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations. Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions. Conferred with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems. Show less

    • FBU Florida Baseball Umpires

      May 2010 - Aug 2010
      Umpire

      Officiated at sporting events, games, or competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed. Resolved claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations. Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions. Conferred with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers in order to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems. Show less

    • AMF

      Jan 2011 - Aug 2011
      Front Desk Attendant

      Provided customers with prompt, friendly and efficient service; provided customers with proper equipment (ball and shoes) while maintaining cleanliness and organizational standards of equipment throughout the facility; and ensured maximum utilization of lanes and equipment through efficient control of customer flow. Tracked lane availability, assigned open lanes, and prepared for leagues and started leagues on time. Operated POS equipment, central panel, computers and P/A system. Readily assisted colleagues with miscellaneous duties to prevent delays in the customer service experience. Promptly assisted and responds to all customer questions or requests by immediately taking ownership of the inquiry and guiding to resolution. Show less

    • Chick-fil-A

      Sept 2012 - Mar 2014

      Regulated day-to-day store operations. Overall, performed administrative, labor management, and customer care duties. Administrative responsibilities included maintaining inventory levels, initiating marketing strategies, and driving store sales. Labor management duties consisted of interviewing job applicants, creating work schedules, and motivating associates. To ensure superior customer care, monitored customer satisfaction and resolved customer issues. Additional Chick-fil-a management duties included making bank deposits and ensuring employees follow all safety and health guidelines. Show less

      • Hospitality Manager

        Aug 2013 - Mar 2014
      • Team Member

        Sept 2012 - Jul 2013
    • Army National Guard

      Nov 2012 - now

      Helps the brigade integrate fire support into the commander's scheme of operation. Keeps the unit informed of the fire support assets, their capabilities and limitations, and their tactical missions. Provides information on enemy indirect fire capabilities and limitations. Helps develop the estimate of the situation and war-game possible courses of action resulting in the creation of the decision support template. Assists with the development of the brigade fire support plan. Plans targets in depth and other targets that were not planned by subordinate FSOs but are within the brigades zone of action. Recommends and adheres to fire support coordination measures. Show less As the Senior Platoon Leader for a Field Artillery Battery, serves as the de facto-Executive Officer. Handles the administrative aspects of the unit with focus on the day-to-day operational duties. Performs as the assistant to the Battery Commander so that they may focus on leading. Performs administrative duties such as ensuring reports and paperwork is completed properly and on time, assists in unit planning alongside the Battery Commander and top Enlisted NCOs, manages the Battery's logistical elements (such as supply and maintenance) to ensure adequate inventory and serviceability, and is ready to assume command if need be. On top of these responsibilities, still performs the typical duties of a Field Artillery Platoon Leader (see former position for further details). Show less Serves as the Liaison Officer for an Artillery Battalion. Ensures intercommunication is maintained between elements of military forces or other agencies to ensure mutual understanding and unity of purpose and action. Facilitates a shared understanding and purpose among organizations in order to preserve freedom of action and maintain flexibility. Provides commanders with relevant information and answers to operational questions in order to enhance the Commander's situational understanding. Synchronizes use of lethal and nonlethal effects. Garners cooperation and understanding among commanders and staffs of different elements. Coordinates tactical matters to achieve unity of effort. Show less The Platoon Leader (PL) is responsible for everything his platoon does or fails to do. He positions himself where he can best lead the platoon, considering the factors of METT-T. He relies heavily on the Platoon Sergeant to supervise the firing element and on the Gunnery Sergeant to supervise the detailed platoon RSOP. His responsibilities may include the following:a. Establish and maintain the firing capability of the platoon.b. Supervise the displacement, movement, and occupation of the platoon.c. Supervise the POC, and be prepared to perform the duties of the FDO to facilitate 24-hour operations.d. Supervise the use of the M90 radar chronograph.e. Supervise the overall maintenance of platoon equipment.f. Ensure continuous security of the platoon (with emphasis during displacement and occupation of position).g. Verify minimum (min) quadrant elevation (QE) for each howitzer.h. Ensure the weapon location data are submitted and updated (on DA Form 5698-R [Weapon Location Data]) and DA Form 5969-R (Section Chief's Report) is submitted to the POC.i. Supervise and conduct hasty survey operations for the platoon.j. Supervise ammunition management within the platoon.k. Supervise safety during platoon operations.l. Ensure all reports (personnel, supply, maintenance) are submitted to the battery commander and battalion. Show less The Fire Direction Officer (FDO) is responsible for the Fire Direction Center (FDC) operations. The FDO is responsible for the training of all FDC personnel. The FDO has specific responsibilities, which include:- Verifies the AFATDS database- Verifies target meets target selection standards and attack guidance- Ensures artillery precision munitions are correctly employed based on commander's guidance- Issues the fire orders and fire commands- Verifies safe, accurate, and timely firing data procedures- Verifies that the tactical situation map is current- Verifies dissemination and understanding of data for prearranged fires- Verifies that the data from the other platoon is recorded and accessible- Supervises assumption of control of the fires from the other platoon- Performs independent safety computations- Controls howitzer movement and positioning based on current situation and guidance from teh battery commander and platoon leader- Recommends ammunition distribution plan to the platoon leader- Reports sustainment and administrative requirements to the First Sergeant- Exchanges database information with the other platoon- Informs Howitzer Section Chiefs on changes to the tactical situation and guidance on positioning- Computes minimum quadrant elevation for each howitzer- Verifies dry fire verification after significant changes to the AFATDS database (registration or meteorological data) Show less

      • Rear Detachment Commander

        Jun 2023 - now
      • Brigade Assistant Fire Support Officer

        Dec 2022 - Jun 2023
      • Battery Executive Officer

        Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
      • Battalion Liaison Officer

        Apr 2019 - Jan 2021
      • Battery Platoon Leader

        Jun 2018 - Apr 2019
      • Battery Fire Direction Officer

        Dec 2016 - Jun 2018
      • Company Fire Support Officer

        Aug 2014 - Dec 2016
      • 09S (Officer Candidate)

        Nov 2012 - Aug 2014
    • Fitness For 10

      May 2014 - Feb 2015

      Leadership position that works with Club Manager to execute daily club policies, procedures, and business practices. Ensures club meets or exceeds sales goals. Key performance areas are: leadership, member sales, customer service, member relations, personal training operations, team member training, safety, facility operations, cleanliness, maintenance, continuous improvement and in-center business performance. Assists in supervising all Member Service Representatives and Club Cleaning Personnel. Show less Set the tone for valued members, guests, and customers by exhibiting a sincerely friendly and professional demeanor at all times. Interacted, communicated, and maintained an excellent relationship with members, customer's staff, and management. Provided World Class Customer Service and account administration to current members, sold memberships; personal training and nutritional supplements, and helped maintain the club member rules and regulations. Answered telephone inquiries with quick and accurate information. Show less

      • Associate Club Manager

        Sept 2014 - Feb 2015
      • Member Service Representative

        May 2014 - Sept 2014
    • Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa

      Sept 2015 - Jun 2016
      Battle Watch Captain

      The Battle Watch Captain is the direct representative of the Ground Force Commander within the Command Post. The BWC's primary responsibilities are to provide the commander with situational awareness spanning these lines of operation, present information required to make operational decisions, and recommend courses of action in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment. Collaborated with NCIS, CID, Navy Security, and Local Law Enforcement agencies. Other responsibilities include; briefing the Commander and senior staff regarding ongoing operations, coordinating with the camp assets, tasking subordinate task forces to respond to complex events, supervising a four person watch team, tracking and monitoring material status of assigned forces, monitoring tactical actions in progress, and evaluating the reports of subordinates. Show less

    • Floor Coverings International

      Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
      Design Associate - Outside Sales Representative

      Follows up on leads converting them to appointments in effort to display and sell floor coverings, such as hardwood floors, carpets, tiles, vinyl, and other products in customer homes. Explains qualities of various coverings, such as composition, method of fabrication, and wearing qualities. Measures floor in customer's home or place of business providing on the spot quotes to customer's floor plans and amount of covering required. Sets manageable expectations for clients on product performance and looks, installation dates, installation process, proper maintenance practices, etc. Prospects for further leads including attending events as a represenative of the business. Show less

    • Champion Windows & Home Exteriors

      Jan 2018 - Jan 2019
      Factory Representative

      The Factory Representative is responsible for providing prompt andknowledgeable service to clients and customers. Expected to meet and exceedpersonal sales objectives by pursuing walk-in and telephone customers and developing anetwork of contacts through which prospective customers are obtained, thus leading to futuresales. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Ensure accuracy in all transactions, inventory, and procedures. Maintain a high level of product and service knowledge. Show less

    • OYO USA

      Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
      Business Development Manager

      Generate sales and new business opportunities through prospecting, scheduling appointments, and in-person meetings. Drive quarterly and annual sales meeting revenue targets within my territory. Build and cultivate relationships with property owners. Own the end-to-end business development, including planning and building short-term and long-term sales pipelines. Utilize CRM software daily to report on and track sales calls. Cross-functional sales and implementation of new accounts collaborating and coordinating with internal teams. Show less

    • Gallman Personnel Services Inc.

      Jan 2020 - Jan 2021
      Business Developer

      As the Business Developer, I manage client accounts and sales for all divisions of GPS. By working an assigned territory, I have responsibility for meeting standards for sales and profitability with new and existing clients. I maintain accurate and current records so that GPS stays within the necessary requirements for its WRC Certification, ASA Membership, BBB® and SASC status. I gather pertinent information for client issues regarding staffing/HR-related issues and then work with GPS - Columbia to devise a suitable game plan for each situation. Show less

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

      Sept 2021 - now

      Manages Retail Store activities in order to achieve successful implementation of sales/marketing initiatives and materials to promote designated retail product lines. Provides leadership and support to store staff in order to ensure maximum, positive customer service response and service. Develops a sales strategy for the market that ensures attainment of Company sales goals and profitability. Manages daily business development activities to include sales, client proposals, and sales/marketing campaigns. Show less

      • Retail Sales Manager, G&I Greenville Retail Center

        Mar 2024 - now
      • Assistant Manager, G&I Mobile Sales Team

        Sept 2021 - Mar 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Selling into Industries: Manufacturing

      LinkedIn
      Dec 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Insurance Agent Life Accident, and Health

      South Carolina Department of Insurance
      Sept 2021
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Casey Carder, MSL
      2023 HonorEE Vision Award Group & Individual Division Mar 2023
    • Awarded to Casey Carder, MSL
      Academic Achievement Award National Guard Association of Florida Aug 2014 "For attainment of the highest level of academic achivement." - Highest average on all academic tests throughout OCS Class 53.
    • Awarded to Casey Carder, MSL
      Bulldog Award Major Walker of the OCS Progam Aug 2014 Awarded to the Officer Candidate who most improved from the start of the program to the finish.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Education Coordinator

      Issued by Business Networking International on Aug 2017
      Business Networking InternationalAssociated with Casey Carder, MSL