Robert Bowden

About Robert Bowden

In the office, on the road training clients on emerging information technology threats, or responding to a national-level emergency, I’ve established a track record of success by adapting to each situation based on complexity, scope, and urgency. As a leader, I am known for critical thinking, creative problem solving and team-building to achieve desired outcomes while developing lasting and collaborative relationships. My corporate experiences include executing global information security training programs. Applying strategic planning, financial management, and business development, I’ve led departments affecting more than people and demonstrated a commitment to improving my people and the bottom line through proactive process improvements. As a FEMA Incident Commander and Public Information Officer, I have worked over 60 Search & Rescue, Disaster Relief and Homeland Security missions. That experience along with my educational background as an airline pilot supplements my ability to work under pressure, identify threats and mitigate risks to people and plans, and to make difficult decisions. I am comfortable with worldwide travel and changing environments from boardrooms, to large corporate training centers, and industry trade shows. Accessible 24x7 across multiple platforms and ready to take on the next executive-level leadership challenge • Strategic Planning and Communications• C Suite Level Technology Training• Cross-functional Leadership• Enterprise/Strategic Program Management• Financial Management• Strong Analytical and Risk Management Skills• Innovative Problem Solving • Process Reengineering & Improvement

Experience

1. Director of Operations - Michigan Wing

   Civil Air Patrol

   Sep 2021 — Present · MI, US

   Manages and directs all operations activities • Develop and implement operations plans, programs and directives. • Establish reporting procedures to determine the success of operations programs. • Coordinate operations matters with other staff agencies or interested agencies. • Develop standard operating procedures for the control and operation of CAP aircraft. • Develop necessary operations policies and procedures to ensure mission accomplishment and to provide adequate guidance to subordinate personnel and units. • Request the issuance of transportation and mission authorizations as requested. • Supervises the sUAS Officer • Supervises the Emergency Services Officer

Education

• Walsh College

  Master of Science - MS, Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance

  2011 — 2013

• Western Michigan University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Aviation Flight Science

  2006 — 2009

• Schoolcraft College

  Associate of Science - AS, General Studies

  2006 — 2008

Skills

• Project Management
• Computer Security
• Nonprofits
• Leadership
• Networking
• Security
• Social Media
• Wedding Photography
• Photography
• System Administration
• Firewalls
• Training
• Technical Support
• Network Security
• Risk Assessment
• Information Security
• Team Leadership
• Information Security Management
• Customer Service
• Aviation
• Emergency Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Event Photography
• Social Networking
• Public Relations
• Portrait Photography
• Public Speaking