Joshua R.

About Joshua R.

Experienced, Pacific-area relevant, operations executive with over 20 years of exceptional planning and leadership expertise in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. I’ve built a proven record managing intricate projects, optimizing cost efficiencies, and effectively leading diverse teams across the Pacific region.Currently serving as a Joint Exercise Planner at Fort Shafter, I support USARPAC’s Theater Army Campaign Plan by designing and executing rotational training exercises that enhance joint readiness, regional access, and partner interoperability. My work spans the full Joint Exercise Life Cycle, blending operational knowledge with emerging mission command systems, digital tools, and multinational coordination.I’m a creative problem solver and critical thinker with a keen sense of urgency—adept at anticipating and adapting to change. Whether shaping large-scale training events or driving interagency coordination, I apply a balance of strategic insight, technical skill, and clear communication to achieve operational effect.

Experience

1. Associate

   Booz Allen Hamilton

   Jul 2024 — Present · Honolulu, HI, US

   Global Defense SectorTheater Army Campaign Support (TACS)USARPAC G37 ExercisesExercise PlannerProject ManagementTimor Leste (Dalan ba Dame)-Leads JELC bilateral planning events and IPRs for army-to-army exercise-Expanded exercise by partnering with host nation alliances with Portugal-Added joint DOD participants from US Navy Seabees-Managed development of host nation, multilateral, command post exercise; managed Engineer Civil Action Project (ENCAP, school renovation)-Developing corrective action on host nation range improvement-incoorporated medical services to remote villagesPapua New Guinea (Tamiok Strike)-Leads JELC bilateral planning events and IPRs for army-to-army exercise-Expanded exercise by partnering with host nation alliances with Australia and New Zealand-Managed re-development of strategic theater posture plans-Completed initial plans for small-scale construction projects-incoorporated medical services and religious leader engagements to host nation

Education

• Alpena High School

  High School, General

  1988 — 2001

• Arizona State University

  Bachelor of Science, Communication, General

  2016 — 2026

• University of Phoenix

  Associate’s Degree, General Studies

  2015 — 2016

Skills

• Security Clearance
• Military
• Military Experience
• Military Operations
• Army
• Operational Planning
• Dod
• Military Training
• Leadership
• National Security
• Combat
• Intelligence Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Combative Level 2
• Army Training Requirements and Resources System (Atrrs)
• Senior Leader Course
• International Public Affairs
• Analysis
• Team Building
• Business Strategy
• Customer Service
• Change Management
• Life Coaching
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Human Resources
• Higher Education Leadership
• Inventory Management
• Leadership Development
• Logistics
• Management
• Networking
• Social Networking
• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Public Speaking
• Project Planning
• Quality Assurance
• Risk Management
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership