Mario A. M.
Executive Director, Government Affairs @The American Legion
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director, Government Affairs @The American Legion
DC, US
Manage a staff dedicated to the timely and compassionate delivery of benefits earned by U.S. military veterans for their honorable service. Oversee support to the commissions and committees of The American Legion (i.e. Legislative, National Security, Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, and Veterans Employment & Education). Oversee staff research and policy/advocacy efforts in support of the Department of Defense (QOL, Modernization, MilCon), State Department (Foreign Affairs budget, foreign policy) and Homeland Security (Border Security, Border patrol, USCG) and First Responders. Formulate plans, policies and programs on direct assistance, outreach and support for veterans, service members and their families.Serve as the liaison to the President of the United States, Vice President, heads of the executive departments and other cabinet-level officials, members of Congress, and organizations with an interest and impact on veteran and military issues.
EDUCATION
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor's degree, East Asian Studies
National Defense University
Military Joint Operations Planning and Studies
Syracuse University - Maxwell School
Graduate Studies Student, International Relations and Affairs
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate's degree, General Studies
ABOUT MARIO A. M.
Experienced multi-lingual leader with a demonstrated 36+ years of performance, including overseas environments, DOD, National Security, State Department, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs and Executive Board Membership. Demonstrated vast record of experience in International Partnering and Cultural Relations, Operational Planning, Public Communication, Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief, Conflict Resolution, Human Resource, and Corporate Culture Management. Asia Studies focused on North-East Asian matters and have also worked in the Middle East, South East Asia, Latin America, Africa, and Europe. Native Spanish speaker and completed Japanese Language Studies at the University of Maryland Global Campus.
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