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Branch Chief, Science & Technology Division, NORAD & USNORTHCOM J8
Education

Air University
2013 - 2013Squadron Officer SchoolActivities and Societies: SOS Think Tank - Competitively Selected as 1 of 24 officers (out of 742) to provide strategic level research, publication, and presentation to Air Force senior leadership to include the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, the commander of Air Education and Training Command, and the Air Force Surgeon General. Squadron Officer School (SOS) delivers primary developmental education for captains and Department of the Air Force (DAF) civilians. They are exposed to educational and experiential opportunities that challenge them to become more effective leaders for our Air Force.

United States Air Force Academy
2002 - 2006Bachelor's Degree English & Fine Arts / Mandarin Chinese Language MinorActivities and Societies: Varsity Fencing, Pacific Rim Club, BlueBards Drama Club

USAF Air War College
2020 - 2022Air War College Distance Learning ProgramThe Air War College distance learning (AWC DL) program is a senior developmental education (SDE) program. The AWC DL curriculum is based on the five core areas central to all levels of professional military education—leadership, profession of arms, warfighting, national/international security, and communication studies. As an Air Force SDE program, AWC DL provides a strategic, “air-minded” curriculum that prepares graduates to provide strategic leadership, appropriate expertise and critical… Show more The Air War College distance learning (AWC DL) program is a senior developmental education (SDE) program. The AWC DL curriculum is based on the five core areas central to all levels of professional military education—leadership, profession of arms, warfighting, national/international security, and communication studies. As an Air Force SDE program, AWC DL provides a strategic, “air-minded” curriculum that prepares graduates to provide strategic leadership, appropriate expertise and critical thinking in support of national security objectives. Show less

Trident University International
2010 - 2011Master's Degree Education (Aviation Concentration) 4.0
Cornell University
2024 - 2024Certificate Digital LeadershipThe Cornell University Digital Leadership certificate program will helps learners develop the digital leadership skills and mindset needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The program builds in the learner a foundation in a number of technological advances, and it enables learners to identify and implement new opportunities to drive competitive advantage through innovation and technology. Additional course topics include agile leadership, systems thinking, blockchain, data… Show more The Cornell University Digital Leadership certificate program will helps learners develop the digital leadership skills and mindset needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The program builds in the learner a foundation in a number of technological advances, and it enables learners to identify and implement new opportunities to drive competitive advantage through innovation and technology. Additional course topics include agile leadership, systems thinking, blockchain, data analytics, security, and privacy Show less

USAF Air Command and Staff College
2016 - 2017Air Command and Staff College Distance Learning Program Excellent GraduateThe United States Air Force Air Command and Staff College (ACSC) is the intermediate Air Force professional military school. ACSC annually prepares about 500 resident and over 9,000 nonresident students from all US military services, federal agencies, and 65 partner nations to lead in the operational environment - emphasizing the employment of airpower in joint operations.The Distance Learning curriculum consists of eight self-paced courses and four applied courses to be completed in… Show more The United States Air Force Air Command and Staff College (ACSC) is the intermediate Air Force professional military school. ACSC annually prepares about 500 resident and over 9,000 nonresident students from all US military services, federal agencies, and 65 partner nations to lead in the operational environment - emphasizing the employment of airpower in joint operations.The Distance Learning curriculum consists of eight self-paced courses and four applied courses to be completed in the following order: Orientation and Introduction (ORIN), Leadership and Command (LC), Applied Leadership and Command (ALC), National Security (NS), Applied National Security (ANS), Warfare Studies (WS), Airpower Studies (AP), Applied Warfare (AW), Joint Forces (JF), Joint Planning (JP), Joint Air Operations (JA), and Applied Joint Warfare (AJW). Show less

Cornell University
2018 - 2018Certificate Finance and Financial Management ServicesCornell University's Financial Management Certificate program builds a practical understanding of finance, accounting, and economic principles for executives who do not possess a traditonal finance background. Course topics include: Time Value of Money, Capital Investment Decision-Making, Risk and Return, Raising Capital, Understanding Financial Statements, and Using Ratio Analysis to Evaluate Financial Performance. Coursework includes exercises designed to apply course concepts to real-world… Show more Cornell University's Financial Management Certificate program builds a practical understanding of finance, accounting, and economic principles for executives who do not possess a traditonal finance background. Course topics include: Time Value of Money, Capital Investment Decision-Making, Risk and Return, Raising Capital, Understanding Financial Statements, and Using Ratio Analysis to Evaluate Financial Performance. Coursework includes exercises designed to apply course concepts to real-world situations. Show less

Trident University International
2019 - 2021Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) 4.0Activities and Societies: Student Veterans of America, SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society Doctoral Study Project (Dissertation Equivalent) — Optimizing the United States Air Force’s Rated Diversity Improvement Programs: A Qualitative Case Study

University of South Florida Muma College of Business
2021 - 2021Certificate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the WorkplaceParticipants in the University of South Florida Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate program learn how building and growing a workforce that includes differing races, religions, ages, genders and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities can not only improve broad society issues but can also help companies develop novel business practices, increase revenue, and improve performance. While the certificate is well-suited for human resources professionals and… Show more Participants in the University of South Florida Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate program learn how building and growing a workforce that includes differing races, religions, ages, genders and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities can not only improve broad society issues but can also help companies develop novel business practices, increase revenue, and improve performance. While the certificate is well-suited for human resources professionals and C-suite leaders, organizers designed the program for people across levels and across industries. Show less
Experience

United States Air Force
Jul 2006 - nowThe Financial Management Leadership Program (FMLP) is a four-year, two-phase program that competitively selects non-finance officers and provides them the opportunity to gain leadership experience as comptroller squadron commanders.During phase one, selected officers serve two-year internships working in finance and budget at a major command. Officers rotate through the various financial management functions to gain a broad understanding of financial services, budget analysis, and planning and programming. In addition, participants will attend the Professional Financial Management Course and the Defense Financial Management Course at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.Upon successful completion of phase one, participants assume command of a comptroller squadron, lead between 35-75 people, and serve as an administrative control commander to wing staff agencies. Additionally, participants serve as Air Force installation chief financial officers and manage multi-million dollar annual operating budgets. Show less
Branch Chief, NORAD & USNORTHCOM J80
Jun 2023 - nowCommander, 47th Comptroller Squadron
Jun 2021 - May 2023Air Force Installation & Mission Support Center Intern/Financial Management Leadership Program
Jan 2021 - May 2021Defense Financial Management Course (DFMC) Student/Financial Management Leadership Program (FMLP)
Dec 2020 - Jan 2021Director of Operations / Financial Management Leadership Program (FMLP)
May 2020 - Dec 2020Command Budget Analyst / Financial Management Leadership Program (FMLP)
Jul 2019 - May 2020Executive Officer
Jan 2019 - Jul 2019Chief, Standoff Munitions Planning Team
Jan 2018 - Jan 2019Assistant Director of Operations / Aircraft Commander
Aug 2015 - Dec 2017Flight Commander / Pilot
Jul 2013 - Jul 2015Student Pilot
Apr 2011 - Jul 2013Weapon Systems Officer
Nov 2009 - Apr 2011Student Weapon Systems Officer
Jul 2006 - Nov 2009
Licenses & Certifications

Wood Badge (Advanced Adult Leader Training Credential)
Boy Scouts of AmericaJun 2019
Airline Transport Pilot (R)
Federal Aviation AdministrationJun 2016
Parachutist
United States Air ForceJan 2006
Navigator
United States Air ForceMar 2008- View certificate

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Six Sigma Global InstituteFeb 2018 
Pilot
United States Air ForceOct 2012- View certificate

Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
American Society of Military ComptrollersSept 2020
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAField Grade Officer (O-5) of the Quarter HQ NORAD & USNORTHCOM J8 Mar 2024
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBADistinguished Comptroller of the Year American Society of Military Comptrollers May 2023
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBALeon Brooks Memorial Scholarship Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. Aug 2021
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAAAGEN Scholarship Asian American Government Executives Network May 2021
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAJoe King Scholarship Council of College and Military Educators Apr 2021
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAMeritorious Intern/Trainee of the Year American Society of Military Comptrollers Apr 2021
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAField Grade Officer of the Quarter Financial Management and Comptroller Directorate Apr 2020
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAColonel Loren J. and Mrs. Lawona R. Spencer Scholarship Air Force Association Jul 2019 The Colonel Loren J. and Mrs. Lawona R. Spencer Scholarship is an annual, merit-based award presented to mid-career Air Force professionals who are pursuing graduate studies in business administration in preparation for future leadership positions.
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAVolunteer of the Year Eighth Air Force & Joint-Global Strike Operations Center Feb 2019
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAField Grade Officer of the Quarter Joint-Global Strike Operations Center Oct 2018
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAOperations Professional Field Grade Officer of the Year 755th Operations Support Squadron Dec 2017
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAOperations Professional Field Grade Officer of the Quarter 755th Operations Support Squadron Aug 2017
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAAssociate Unit Field Grade Officer of the Quarter 355th Fighter Wing May 2017
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAField Grade Officer of the Quarter 55th Electronic Combat Group Apr 2017
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAMilitary Meritorious Service Award Federal Asian Pacific American Council May 2016 The FAPAC Military Meritorious Service Award honors military members who have supported the DoD mission and whose attributes best epitomize the qualities and core values of their respective Military Service or other DoD Components.
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAProfessional of the Year 755th Operations Support Squadron Mar 2016
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAACC Flight Commander of the Year Nominee 755th Operations Support Squadron Jan 2016
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBACompany Grade Officer of the Quarter 43d Electronic Combat Squadron Jan 2015
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAT-1A Leadership Award Air Education & Training Command Oct 2012
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBACompany Grade Officer of the Month 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron Jun 2010
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAB-1B Academic Award 28th Bomb Squadron Nov 2009
- Awarded to Carl Chen, DBAAAGEN Scholarship Asian American Government Executives Network
Volunteer Experience
Certified Leader / Assistant Instructor
Issued by Tiger-Rock Martial Arts on Oct 2024
Associated with Carl Chen, DBAMilitary Service Academy Nomination Board Member
Issued by Office of US Representative Tom O'Halleran (AZ01) on Nov 2017
Associated with Carl Chen, DBAProp and Wings Officer
Issued by United States Air Force Academy Office of Admissions on Nov 2017
Associated with Carl Chen, DBA2020 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellow
Issued by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) on Nov 2019
Associated with Carl Chen, DBAScouting Chartered Organization Representative
Issued by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) on Aug 2019
Associated with Carl Chen, DBACouncil Executive Board Member/National Eagle Scout Association Committee Chairman
Issued by Norwela Council - Boy Scouts of America on Nov 2018
Associated with Carl Chen, DBACub Scout Den Leader and Unit Commissioner
Issued by Norwela Council - Boy Scouts of America on Feb 2018
Associated with Carl Chen, DBAVolunteer
Issued by Arizona Aerospace Foundation on Jun 2013
Associated with Carl Chen, DBAVolunteer
Issued by Tucson Chinese Association on Jan 2014
Associated with Carl Chen, DBA
Languages
- chChinese
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