David Dave McRae

About David Dave McRae

I will be officially retired from the US Army on July 1st, 2023. A business professional offering 23 years of Executive Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Undergraduate Education, Project and Resource Management, Strategic Planning, Acquisitions, Testing, and Operations expertise who consistently demonstrates a high level of success in goal-oriented, high-performance environments. Proven history of leading 1600+ person organizations that account for budgets of over $1M with full fiscal authority in business operations. An exceptional communicator who has worked extensively with the military, Department of the Army civilians, academic faculty and leadership, and contractors in operations, education, logistics, and acquisitions. Very successful strategist and change agent with a record of independently solving complex problems and applying exceptional critical analysis abilities. A recognized leader of character with developed presence and influence combined with genuine interpersonal skills.

Experience

1. Scholarship and Enrollment Advisor Recruiting Operations Officer

   Gonzaga University

   Apr 2024 — Present

   Serves as the primary lead for recruiting, scholarships, and marketing focused on linking prospective amazing young leaders with opportunities to serve their country. Army ROTC is the country\'s largest scholarship program, and America\'s sons and daughters need the types of leaders that the Gonzaga Army ROTC program produces.

Education

• US Army Command and General Staff College

  Intermediate Level Education

• Oregon State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• University of Maryland University College

  Master of Science (MS)

• University of Utah

  BS