Peter Martinez, MSM, CPD

Experience

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  US Army

  Sept 1993 - Jun 2003

  Earlier Military Career Experience

  Additional experience in the U.S. Army as a Squad Leader, U.S. Army Ranger Instructor, and Infantry Soldier.

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  Army Special Forces (Airborne)

  Aug 2004 - Oct 2010

  • U.S. Army Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant

    Oct 2007 - Oct 2010

  • U.S. Army Special Forces Weapons Sergeant

    Aug 2004 - Sept 2007
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  Defense Threat Reduction Agency

  Nov 2010 - Nov 2012

  Special Operations Program Manager: DTRA Contingency Survey Response Branch

  In 2010, Peter was selected for a special 2-year assignment with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency where he was responsible for managing a team of 15 military and civilian employees tasked in supporting a Joint Chiefs of Staff-directed classified mission. Over the course of his tenure, he oversaw the collection, processing, and production of Contingency Response Surveys for national-level facilities worldwide impacting national security, joint doctrine, and U.S. policies.He additionally, advised and mentored interagency partners during CWMD national levels exercises and provided instruction and training to DoD, FBI, and law enforcement personnel in the utilization of survey tools for strategic facilities. Peter, furthermore, collaborated with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to ensure all tactical considerations complied with regulatory rules and regulations in support of safeguarding our nation's nuclear power plants. Show less

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  Army Special Forces (Airborne)

  Nov 2012 - Jul 2018

  From 2017 to 2018, Peter served as a Director of Operations for the 10th SFG (A) where he oversaw all day-to-day functions for a U.S. military base in Afghanistan housing over 500+ military and contract employees, while concurrently, managing six U.S. Special Forces Alpha teams in-country. Over the course of his deployment, he enabled executive decision-making by briefing the CEO-equivalent on gathered intelligence and detailed situational analytics -- providing key advisement and recommendations that were integral towards defeating the Taliban across multiple fronts. He additionally, devised and analyzed strategic plans for both current and future operations; ensuring any identified gaps or deficiencies were corrected before issues could manifest into larger, strategic issues.After returning to the States, Peter directed a team of highly-specialized U.S. Special Forces Operators capable of conducting full-spectrum Special Operations around the globe while advising leadership on the training and resourcing of an additional seven U.S. Special Forces teams -- providing in-depth mentoring sessions to each team’s manager focused on leadership principles and best practices. Show less In 2015, Peter was promoted to oversee an organization of 650+ employees with a primary focus on developing strategic operations and group training plans in alignment with enterprise objectives. He directly managed a team of 15 and served as the Lead Project Manager for two, forward-deployed U.S. Special Forces Companies supporting combat operations in Afghanistan and Iraq -- demonstrating leadership throughout the mission lifecycle to achieve strategic objectives in coordination with partner and client organizations. Peter additionally contributed as a principal advisor to senior leadership; consistently providing guidance, insights, and recommendations on project resourcing. He most notably, was able to optimize organizational performance and cadence by assessing operational trends, identifying systemic gaps, and developing new workflow systems leading to a 50% increase in overall group readiness. Show less From 2011 to 2015, Peter directed an independently-operating team of 12 Green Berets capable of deploying at a moment’s notice to some of the most complex environments across the globe. As a group leader, he planned and supervised real-world operations and partner training events in locations across Africa, Turkey, and Romania where he closely coordinated with U.S. and foreign military leaders to accomplish strategic objectives. He additionally, managed a capital asset portfolio valued in excess of $3M, an OPEX budget of $50K, and a discretionary expense fund of $750K; demonstrating financial stewardship in alignment with stringent government regulations. Show less

  • Director, Operations

    May 2017 - Jul 2018

  • Lead Project Manager

    Aug 2015 - May 2017

  • Operations Manager

    Nov 2012 - Aug 2015
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  Defense Threat Reduction Agency

  Jul 2018 - Mar 2021

  Senior Executive Advisor/Program Manager

  Peter oversaw a mission-critical training and resourcing support program on behalf of the U.S. Special Operations Command for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. In this leadership role, he directly manages a team of 126 geographically-dispersed employees tasked in conducting CWMD mitigation, response, and counter-threat operations across the globe in coordination with key partners and program stakeholders. Since 2019, Peter has contributed senior-level expertise towards strategic initiative planning, program budgeting, staff training and development, operational resourcing, and partner/customer engagement. He additionally performs in-depth analysis of program plans, directives, and outcomes directly related to matters of National Security while providing key counsel to executive teams on identified or emerging risks and threats. Most notably, Peter has consistently ensured high-levels of performance by continually advancing training and development and talent management initiatives designed to build knowledge and capabilities across the enterprise and has optimized team continuity to achieve a unified and mission-focused approach based on the highest state of readiness. Show less

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  Special Operators Transition Foundation

  May 2020 - Mar 2021

  Alum

  Peter completed the Special Operations Transition Foundation year-long elite fellowship program that connects transitioning members of the U.S. Special Forces with industry leaders representing the technology, logistics, financial services, and management consulting fields for one-on-one consultations, assessments, and professional mentoring.

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  The Kirila Group

  Aug 2020 - Oct 2020

  Research Associate

  Internship Role: As Data Analyst, the following role will provide exposure and experience in the following areas: • Industry and Small Business Research • Business Analysis & Screening • Marketing & Prospecting: Production of emails/letters for Targeted Small Businesses • Chimera Investment Corporation (CIM) Analysis on Potential Acquisitions • Financial Modeling and Capital Structure Development• Networking and Relationship Management with InvestorsThe internship will also include a hands on learning experience with many of the core activities involving the running a startup private equity firm. Examples of these activities are as follows:• Industry Research, Deal Sourcing, and Evaluation • Deal Structuring • Investor Relations and Communications • Middle Market Company Valuation • Exposure to Professional Middle Market Investors • Exposure to Professional Middle Market Brokers and Lenders • Fundraising Techniques and Strategies Show less

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  Northwestern Mutual

  Dec 2020 - Feb 2022

  • Financial Representative

    Apr 2021 - Feb 2022

  • DoD SkillBridge - Financial Advisor Fellow

    Dec 2020 - Mar 2021
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  ADS, Inc.

  Feb 2022 - now

  Regional Account Manager - U.S. Air Force - Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma

  - ADS offers various procurement channels to simplify the procurement process, Whether you have funding or need it, ADS is a prime on over 65 contracts, and, has the proven track record to move your requirement forward. - Dedicated Air Force military sales account manager, providing legendary service to our active duty AirForce personnel. Providing the perfect combination of unparalleled equipment availability and streamlined procurement. Conducts key leader engagements at the unit leader along with key organizational logistical personnel, identifying gaps and problems, while helping develop solutions. Show less