Joe Lewis

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2008

  United States Marine Corps Recruiter

  •Officer Selection Officer - Successfully developed training classes and programs for the Marine Corps national training teams to increase efficiency of recruiting personnel and public relations. Developed and implemented detailed training of Marines and civilian personnel resulting in an immediate and lasting increase in quantity and quality attainment.•Marine Corps Liaison Non-Commissioned Officer - Effectively communicated with upper management, peers, and subordinates to ensure any conflicts were resolved professionally and successfully. Developed yearly, monthly, weekly, and daily plans to ensure proper training was received by my personnel and goals were achieved.•Marine Enlisted Recruiter – Utilized sound ethical decision making skills and public speaking tools to create a positive image of the Marine Corps within the communities and media. Conducted coordination with national training teams to develop more effective recruiting and communication practices, resulting in improved quality and quantity leads generated. Achieved the highest regional quantity of total new enlistments by an individual Marine Corps recruiter with 128 young men in women. Exceeded quality standards in every category. Achieved the highest national quantity of total new Marines graduating Marine Corps Recruit Training by an individual Marine Recruiter with 105 new Marines. Show less

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  United States Marine Corps

  May 2008 - Aug 2015

  Prepare, train, and lead Marines in an austere, chaotic, uncertain, mentally and physical demanding environment for sustained operations. Maintain the accountability, welfare, and discipline of all Marines and assigned equipment. Make operational and training planning recommendations to the senior echelon commanders. Conduct operational risk management (ORM). Utilize the Systems Approach to Training (SAT) to conduct unit training management (UTM). Mentor and develop subordinate leaders to operate independently or in support of a company. I am also the Marine Corps Martial Arts Staff Non-Commissioned Officer In-Charge for the company. I am responsible for developing training plans and coordinating logistic support to ensure Marines and Sailors are advancing and sustaining their professional skills; manage 124 Marines and Sailors. Show less •Recruiting Station Officer In-Charge - Lead, managed, and supervised a diverse workforce covering over a fifteen-thousand square mile area while exceeding quantity and quality standards and goals in addition to zero safety incidences or violations. Developed and maintained excellent relationships with local assets in the communities assigned resulting in a 115% increase in referral leads generated. Utilized coaching skills learned from Achieve Global, “Tools for Coaching Excellence” to correct deficiencies and greatly improve performance of my subordinates. Developed, organized, and maintained combined functions with adjacent Marine Corps facilities resulting in a marked increase in morale, production efficiency, and knowledge sharing. Conducted 14,400 hours of planning, instructed classes, and continuously improved readiness throughout a challenging and limited training schedule.•Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor - Safely and effectively trained Marines in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. Trained The Ohio State University Police Department in defensive tactics to assist in their professional development as law enforcement officers. Conducted defensive tactics training courses to three classes of new police officers for the Beckley, WV Police Department prior to the officers attending the West Virginia State Police Academy. Conducted sustainment training classes once the officers graduated their respective academy. Show less

  • Combined Anti-Armor Team Platoon Commander

    Jun 2014 - Aug 2015

  • Combined Anti-Armor Team Platoon Sergeant

    Jun 2013 - May 2014

  • Staff Non-Commisioned Officer, United States Marine Corps Recruiting

    May 2008 - May 2013
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  Environmental Management, Inc.

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2022

  • Account Manager

    Mar 2020 - Apr 2022

  • Director of Development

    Sept 2016 - Mar 2020
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  Yard Solutions Inc.

  May 2022 - Aug 2024

  Chief Operating Officer

  Highly skilled and experienced manager, strategic thought partner and leader of organizational culture. Integral role in the refinement, design and integration of organization wide, cross-team systems and processes to ensure alignment and increased operational efficiency. Leads the operationalization of the strategic plan with a human-centered focus. Accountable for all operating business segments of the company. Provides the leadership, management, and vision to ensure Yard Solutions has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively grow the organization, increase operating efficiency and maintain financial strength. The position accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the company. Show less