Martin Wakefield is a highly motivated manager with over 20 years of experience in marketing, development, leadership, and strategic planning. He has a background in the US Army holding positions such as Vice President of Operations overseeing 600 personnel and $200 million in equipment. He has also served as Chief Operating Officer for organizations with 130 personnel and $44 million in equipment. Most recently, he was an Operations Manager for a peace advocacy and village stability program in Afghanistan developing local governance. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from Liberty University.

1. Martin Wakefield
717-521-4911 martywake@hotmail.com
www.linkedin.com/martin-wakefield
Palm Harbor, FL 34685
Summary Of Qualifications
Highly Motivated, Proven Manager With 20 Years Experience
Marketing and Development Professional With A Focus On Leadership, Strategic Planning ROI
Cross-Cultural Recruiter, Salesperson and Fundraiser
Education
Business Administration & Management Liberty University, 2013-Present Projected Master’s Degree 2015
Associates Degree, Social Sciences Campbell University, 2001
Bachelor’s Degree, History York College of Pennsylvania, 2006
Professional Experience
1995–Pres United States Army
Career Highlights
 February-August 2009, VP of Operations for organization of 600 personnel and over $200 million in
equipment, with five subsidiaries. Oversaw the day to day operation for organization with multiple
lines of effort and functional teams. Managed allocation of resources and labor.
 August 2009 – February 2011, Chief Operating Officer for organization of 130 personnel, $44 million in
equipment. Performed as the overall accountable agent for training, human resource processes daily
and future operations, risk management and safety.
 March 2012 – July 2013, Operations manager for local governance and strategic messaging program.
Developed and recruited advocates and account managers to support peace advocacy and village
stability.
 September 2007- January 2009, Chief Operating Officer for consultancy team that consisted of 12
subject matter experts, $12 million of equipment and $20,000 operating budget.
 August 2003- October 2004, Operations Manager for department of 44 personnel and $12 million in
equipment.
Operations Manager District Augmentation Team & Strategic Messenger, Afghanistan
Peace & Reintegration Program March 2012-July 2013
 Formulated policies and strategic planning for peace program, village stability operations and
infrastructure growth and development.
 Developed provincial level peace advocacy offices, to include hiring and developing peace council
management and staff. Hired and developed district level peace advocates to support provincial peace
council.
 Worked with capital partners and key stakeholder to develop adaptable back office functions to ensure
proper support of growth, entertainment of local clients, and ensure safety and risk management in
operations.
 Worked with higher command CFO to reconcile monthly budget reports.
Managing Director, Commander Armored Cavalry Troop, August 2009 to February 2011.

2.  Formulated training and incentive plans for subordinate leaders.
 Oversaw all HR operations and ensured compliance with federal and military regulations. Developed
four commissioned officers, five senior non-commissioned officers and over a dozen junior non-
commissioned officers to providing structured formal training plans and informal coaching.
 Enhanced and maintained efficient team structure and performance through mission assessment
analytics and after action evaluations.
 Visited training clients and key stakeholders on a daily basis as the chief executive.
Managing Director, Commander Combat Advisory Team Afghanistan, September 2007-
January 2009
 Directed and coordinated operations in support of client companies’ growth. Increased operational
capacity by 30 percent.
 Developed and upgraded new infrastructure, barracks, outposts and headquarters in two provinces
and 10 border districts.
 Met with local and foreign capital partners and key stakeholders for weekly briefings on company
performances and milestones.
 Oversaw all purchasing and expense, in a monthly budget of $20,000, of key resources and
infrastructure repair to ensure accountability.
Vice President of Operations, Deputy Operations Officer, February –August, 2009.
 Directed and coordinated operations in support of company’s growth. .
 Managed daily operations of personnel, logistics, and information technology and action arms.
 Worked with clients and account managers (subordinated command and staff) to ensure that our
approach to their accounts were proper and adjusted. This included their training budget, resource
allocations and mission taskings.
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Operations manager, Rifle Platoon Leader, August 2003- October 2004
 Enhanced and maintained efficient team structure and performance through mission performance
analytics.
 Managed daily operations of personnel, maintenance, training and administration.
 Developed and presented operational growth ideas with collaboration partners.
 Ensured all injured personnel returned back to work in the timeliest manner allowed by law.
Professional Development
Joint Security Force Advice and Assistance TeamTraining, 2014; 2007
Maneuver Captains Career Course, 2007
Infantry Officer Basic Course, 2003
Warrior Leaders Course, 2001