1. PROFFESSIONAL DRIVER
Safety Minded  Customer Oriented  Vehicle Inspection
Experienced over the road bus driver with 5 years of experience and a strong safety record. Former
U.S. Army leader selected to drive and manage the logistics of the prestigious U.S. Army Solider Show.
Proven ability to meet company objectives while working under strict deadlines and travel
requirements.
Highlights
 22 Year Veteran of the United States Army
 Class B, Licensed Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
 MCI Coach Bus experience
 Personnel Management
 Secret Clearance
Professional Experience
Bus Driver, U.S. Army Entertainment Detachment 01/2009 - 01/2012
U.S Army San Antonio, TX
• Operated and maintained the MCI Tour Bus, responsible for the delivery and safety of 25
soldiers throughout the United States and aboard.
• Created road safety procedures by conducting risk assessments on route plans, weather and
road conditioning prior to departure.
• Conducted routine and spontaneous vehicle safety inspections while documenting
maintenance log, efforts led to a zero mishaps throughout the 8 month tour.
• Drove up to eight hours a day/500 miles with a total of 13,000 miles covered during the 8
month international tour span.
• Managed the up/down loading of over $600K in equipment for 60 installations in the
Continental United States.
• Set up advertising material on vehicle to sponsor specifications (AT&T, “I am Strong
Comprehensive Soldier Fitness” program.)
2008 Solider Show Tour:
Van Braun Center Huntsville, AL • Adler Theatre Davenport, IA •Abraham Chavez Theater El Paso, TX •
Pikes Peak Center Colorado Springs, CO • McCain Auditorium Manhattan, KS • Eisenhower Hall West Point,
NY • Crown Theatre Fayetteville, NC • Lila Cockrell Theatre San Antonio, TX • Warner Theatre Washington,
DC
Stage Manager, U.S. Army Entertainment Show 03/2007 - 01/2009
U.S Army Alexandria, VA
• Managed the stage set up/ tear down of a 60' x 40' stage, which included Front of the house
• (FOH) sound boards and spot lights.
• Trained and assisted 15 personnel on the proper way to build and disassemble the stage
before/after each show
• Responsible for the safety of all personnel on stage during the show and set changes
• Detailed knowledge for chain motors/lights and running video cameras
Reginald Q. Lipford
13515 West Ave Apt 1012
San Antonio, TX 78216
(901) 502-2272
reginaldlipford@yahoo.com

2. • Selected to work directly alongside the Special Event Manger (SEM) staff and venue contact
person to insure readiness of all equipment and stage functions.
Entrepreneur, Self Employment 03/1993 - 12/2007
Memphis, Tennessee
Romel's Barber Shop • License Barber
Owner/Operator of Heavenly Touch Hair Salon • License Barber/Stylist
FedEx Forum • Stage Crew & Guest Relations
Mr. Fence It • Custom Fence Installation
Education & Training
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management Currently Enrolled
University of Phoenix Projected to graduate May 2016
Bus Driver – Licensed Class B CDL
Bluebird School Ft. Belvoir, Va
Fork Lift Operator - Licensed
Forklift Operator School of Training Memphis, TN
Cosmetologist - Licensed Barber/Stylist
Pizzas Hair School Memphis, TN
Power Generator and Wheel Vehicle Mechanic – Certified
U.S. Army Ft. Jackson, SC
Additional Information
• Special Event Set Up/Memphis Grizzles, University of Memphis Basketball
• Volunteered as Security services for Army Entertainment concerts