Verne Gifford
Chief, Boating Safety Division (Cg-bsx-2) @U.S. Coast Guard
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WORK HISTORY
Chief, Boating Safety Division (Cg-bsx-2) @U.S. Coast Guard
Washington, DC, US
Responsible for the administration and coordination of the National Recreational Boating Safety (NRBS) program, whose mission is to safeguard people and the environment while providing an enjoyable experience to 85 million members of America\'s boating public. The NRBS program includes managing $120 million in grants; developing the NRBS strategic plan; serving as Designated Federal Official (DFO) to the National Boating Safety Advisory Council (NBSAC); administering the recreational vessel casualty reporting system; developing standards for boats and equipment manufacture; administering the boat manufacturer compliance program; maintaining the recall process concerning defects; and administering the NRBS education, state law enforcement, and undocumented vessel numbering programs.
EDUCATION
University of Rhode Island
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The George Washington University
Master’s Certificate in Information Technology Project Management
University of Rhode Island
Master of Science (MS)
US Coast Guard Academy
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Harvard Kennedy School
Flag Officer Homeland Security Executive Seminar on Crisis Leadership
SKILLS
ABOUT VERNE GIFFORD
Broad experience in national transportation safety and security policy and strategy…
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