John Cox

About John Cox

A highly accomplished Senior Management Advisor and decorated USAF veteran (24 years) with deep expertise at the critical intersection of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Regulatory Compliance, Business Execution and Complex Program/Project Management (PM). I specialize in building and securing organizational resilience, transforming stalled initiatives, and embedding proactive Governance Frameworks within high-consequence, globally dispersed operations. My career is defined by successfully leading organizational change, securing vital federal accreditation, and ensuring the operational readiness of multi-billion dollar assets. I bring a comprehensive, audit-driven mindset to every strategic challenge. Currently pursuing the PMP certification and planning to commence an MBA program in 2026 to further deepen my capabilities in strategic business execution.When I\'m not focused on strategic operations and governance, I prioritize personal growth and community well-being. My commitment to discipline and preparedness is reinforced through regular exercise and hiking, which provide mental clarity for complex professional decisions. I am an avid reader, constantly seeking new perspectives in leadership and global affairs. As a hobby, I taught myself SQL, Tableau and R: Programing through the Google Data Analytics course. I also enjoy the grounding ritual of dog walking and contributing to the local community by volunteering at animal shelters, activities that reinforce my belief in collaboration and care.

Experience

1. Senior Adviser - Strategic Planning and Program Oversight

   United States Air Force

   Jan 2022 — Present · Ramstein, DE

   Directed program oversight and orchestrated change delivery and governance, advising 30 stakeholders on Performance Metrics, Vendor Management and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) compliance.• Reduced process non-compliance by 25% by serving as the subject matter expert to triage and assess change requests, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives & regulatory requirements.Restored 100% federally-accreditation across all European sites. Conducted a 10-month analysis of Product Life Cycle reports, key metrics, and customer satisfaction data to identify gaps and deliver quantifiable actions to leadership.• Led a 10-month data-driven analysis to restore 100% operational accreditation across all European sites; conducted a 10-month analysis of Product Life Cycle reports, key metrics, and customer satisfaction data to identify gap and deliver quantifiable actions to leadership- Crafted performance plans utilizing testing and feedback to resolve systemic deficiencies and strengthen management processes and control plans in preparation of federal audits.• Managed moderate-to-high risk deliverables, advised global directors and collaborated with 64 subject matter experts to secure support for 1K+ NATO assets valued at over $15M+, strengthening governance across cross-functional teams.• Directed the completion and transition of a 14-year enterprise initiative, aligning product portfolio with defined product vision, strategic roadmap, and organizational OKRs to ensure seamless implementation across cross-functional teams while maintaining 100% regulatory compliance.• Advised key stakeholders on operations and policies impacting 1.4K personnel and $1.4B in assets. • Directed logistics for a repair network of 720K items, achieving federal accreditation for USAF laboratories in Europe.

Education

• University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business

  Ethics in Communication

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate of Science - AS, Electronic System Technology

  2002 — 2007

• YESI EDUCATION

  Agile Crash Course: Agile Development, Agile Delivery and Agile Project Management

• Community College of the Air Force

  Air University - Barnes Center of Enlisted Education, Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)

  2016 — 2016

• Coursera

  Ethical and Regulatory Implications of Generative AI

• Community College of the Air Force

  Air University - Kisling Hall - Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy (SNCOA)

  2019 — 2019

• Columbia Southern University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Project Management Institute

  Project Management Professional (PMP)

• NATO SCHOOL OBERAMMERGAU

  Military and Strategic Leadership

• University of Mount Olive

  Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Business/Management

• Community College of the Air Force

  Tactical Air Navigation Calibration Principles

  2006 — 2006

• Community College of the Air Force

  Advanced Calibration Laboratory Management

  2019 — 2019