Gary D Harmon Ppt

Gary D. Harmon
Accomplished Executive in Technology Design, Integration,
Operations, Team Building, Business Capture, Business
Development and Strategic Planning

Capabilities Brief
Gary D. Harmon - Copyright © 2011

About Me
Name: Gary D. Harmon

Born: June 11, 1971 Citizenship: USA

Highlights: * High School Diploma 1989
* U.S. Marine Corps from 1989 to 1992
* U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1992 to 1997
* Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology acquired in 2010
* Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Homeland Security
Technology expected in 2013
* Physical Manned Security Industry Experience since 1989
* Physical Electronic Security Industry Experience since 1993
* Current Secret US Clearance (Top Secret Pending) Back Up FSO

Certifications: MCP, MCSE, MCSA, MCDBA, PMP, CSI, CPP – (held but eligibility not current)

Proficiencies: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook, Visio, Publisher, etc),
AutoCAD, Adobe (Acrobat, Illustrator, etc), Accounting Software (Quickbooks,
Mastermind, MS, Peachtree, etc),

Address: 6158 Springhill Terrace/ Greenbelt, MD 20770– Relocating to Fairfax VA area

Contact: (919) 255-8511 or garyharmon1971@gmail.com

Hobbies: Weight Lifting, MMA, Travel, Art, Music and Time with family

Availability: Up to 75% Travel

•
Overview
An accomplished Senior Executive, with expertise in developing client services operations and
streamlining delivery of products/services within Security Consulting, Information Technology and
Physical Security Technology.
• Broad understanding of: business management & strategies, operations, business development &
capture, customer service & retention, corporate contracts and human resources.
• Proven ability to build new departments and establish a well-organized productive business unit.
• Solid experience with creating strategies and processes for enhancing client services, manage
change and improve delivery.
• Demonstrated success directing the development of organizations during periods of tremendous
growth, expansions and innovation.
• Deep understanding of how technical implementations and business functions are impacted during
organizational change.
• Technical expertise in: physical security, electronic security, information technology, integrated
systems, technology integration and operational risk management.
• Diverse experience in big industry, service organizations and smaller start-up companies, which
contributes to problem resolution in various situations with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• High level implementation and coordination experience in government, military, detention and
commercial industries. This includes subcontracts to many of the largest system integrators.
• Strong management and leadership skills, with ability to motivate professionals, maximize levels of
productivity and maintain multi-tasking capabilities.
• Excellent communicator with the emphasis of building strong client relationships. Extensive
knowledge of the requirements and standards for building/life safety codes, systems design and
systems installation/service.
• Decorated military veteran with honorable discharge.

Qualification Highlights
• Extensive Information Technology Knowledge
• On Time, On Budget Delivery Organizational Strategies
• Strong Business Development Skills
• Account Management Diversity
• Multi –Level Operations Management Experience
• Program and Project Management Experience
• Innovative Organizational Development for Execution of Plans
• Change Management and Implementation Plans
• Networking and Large Rolodex – Many Large Integrators
• Relationship Development and Retention
• Process Improvement and Creation
• Training/Mentoring/Support
• Team, Division, Program and Company Leadership
• Sales/Marketing Strategies

Note from Gary
I've had considerable success with a number of advanced strategies and operational
solutions that have measurably increased throughput, reduced material and labor costs,
and improved cash flow. In short, I have the practical skills, the hands-on experience,
and the educational credentials to make a significant difference to your bottom line
while maintaining all other duties asked of me.
Some of my key strengths include:
• Ø Strong management background that includes operations, business development,
engineering/design, sales/marketing & financials
• Ø Willingness to do whatever, whenever and wherever. Located in the DC Metro area.
Up to 75% travel is not a problem.
• Ø Strong educational credentials include Certifications in IT and Security along with
degrees in Criminal Justice and Engineering Technology.
• Ø Outstanding project management and problem solving skills with the capacity to
oversee and control operational improvement, that span multiple locations.
• Ø Skilled communicator and program leader, with the flexibility and experience
required to adjust to the rapidly changing schedules and frequently shifting priorities of
an entrepreneurial environment.

Gary D. Harmon

Work History Highlights
(Extensive details, references, past performance, etc available upon request)

Vice President, Business Solutions & Strategic Planning, EXCEED Corporation
(February 2012 to Present)
Independent Consultant & FSO for Valor Concepts, LLC
(July 2011 to February 2012)
Vice President, Security Strategies & Infrastructure Protection, Aria International
(Feb 2011 to July 2011)
President/CEO & FSO, Valor Concepts, LLC
(Mar 2004 to Feb 2011)
Senior Vice President, Security Solutions - System Integration Division
(Mar 1993 to Mar 2004)
Non-Commissioned Officer, USMC/USMCR – Infantry and Operational Support
(Aug 1989 to Aug 1997)


Goal
• To become part of a team and help drive maximum results from an
employer’s investment, enhancing the productivity, while reducing capital
requirements and operating costs.
• To be part of an organization that allows both internal and external growth.
• To be part of an executive management team and become an important
influence of a company’s brain trust.
• To acquire a senior executive or executive position overseeing professional
services, operations and/or business development.
• Titles in which Gary has held via employment or contract and is looking to
obtain would be Program Manager, Director, Senior Director, Vice President,
Senior Vice President and/or above.
• Salary requirements should fall in line with the title and work load given along
with potential of bonuses, retirement plan, medical/dental, stock options (if
applicable), relocation expenses (if applicable), etc.
• Will to perform more international work if possible but is fine staying within
the United States.
• Titles are not as important as the job performance and compensation
package

Mission
• I adopt your mission as my own, providing solutions and services to
protect assets, people, critical infrastructures and your bottom line
from potential risks. And should a risk become a reality, I can provide
coordinated communication and design to respond effectively,
efficiently and quickly.
• I combine security engineering expertise with unmatched knowledge
and understanding of information systems, technology and
infrastructure to deliver security services and solutions to meet
specific requirements. Using this technical expertise helps me to
provide quality business development.
• I bring entrepreneurial spirit to whatever business I work for which
makes me treat all aspects as if they are direct implication.

• My technology knowledge helps clients in multiple industries select,
design and implement; the most appropriate infrastructure
technology for their environments.


What I Do Well
• Security , IT & Infrastructure Analysis
– Defining the requirement and/or showing how to define it
• Threat Development, Vulnerability Analysis, Requirements Definition

• Security, IT & Infrastructure Planning & Design
– Saves time/money for the future/ Designs for quality instead of having to test for it
• Mitigation Strategies, Concepts of Operations, Security Master Plans

• Business Development
– Over twenty years of industry knowledge and contacts
• Honorable, Good reputation, large rolodex and well liked
• Team Building
• Experience in Security, IT, A/V, Help Desk, Call Center and Professional Services

• Systems Integration
– Program Management = Within Budget, On Time Delivery
• Implementation, Installation, Testing and Final Acceptance

• Program Infrastructure Establishment
– Training and Exercises, Quality Assurance

How I Do It
• Involvement and management of design and integration providers for complex security and
communication systems. Served Fortune 1000 corporations; universities; high tech and
biotech firms; Military; Federal; state, and local government clients; and other organizations
with large scale, complex, and mission-critical infrastructure needs.

• No-nonsense innovation is not a new concept for me. I have been using innovative ideas and
technology to help clients improve their situations since the start of my career. I take the no-
nonsense, the sensible, the functional, the proven and then leverage the latest technologies
to enhance systems and processes. Combining the sensible with the innovative is a unique
and valuable proposition that communicates how I do business.

• I look at an existing situation to see what can be done to optimize and streamline what is
already in place; then I infuse innovative, new ideas and/or technologies where needed,
recommending just the right solutions, to bring better, faster results for success. Then, I
deliver on commitments with quality and accelerating speed to value. That’s no-nonsense
innovation.

• That’s Me.


Who I Have Serviced
• US Domestic Performance
– Many US states to include state, county & local level public sector governments
– US Dept. of Homeland Security, US Army, US Marine Corps, US Navy, US Air Force,
US Dept. of Defense, US Contractors and Large Systems Integrators, etc
– Major metropolitan police departments and transportation authorities
– Some of the largest manufacturing and pharmaceutical companies
– Education Campuses, Financial/Banking Establishments & Large Commercial

• Global Exposure
– Security & safety assessments and programs Internationally
– Academic institutions, Perimeter Security and command centers in the Middle
East & North Africa
– Airships and Borders Solutions in the US and Southeast Asia


Organization
I have worked for and helped develop diverse and innovative programs for
many large integration companies. I have taken my years of experience,
both in the Physical & Electronic Security Industry and the Information &
Technology World, and merged them into a career which is unique but
very much the wave of the future. While I have many competencies, my
best performance is made up of three main areas of expertise. These
areas are:

– Security Consulting, Design & Planning
Over Sight
– Systems Integration & Implementation
Management
– Strategic Business Development & Operations
Organization

Value Proposition
• Experience
– +20 years proven experience. An accredited professional with continuing higher
certifications and educations
– Operational Management, Design, security and administrative certifications,
business development, as well as, professional services and manufacturer
certifications.
• Availability
– Able to start immediately if the offer is right
– Open to relocation and up to 75% travel
• Responsiveness
– Agile and able to be most anywhere on short notice, stay on the job and remain
without burdensome bureaucracy
• Reputation
– Clients like me. I maintain excellent relationships across various market segments.
They rely upon me for task performance and recommend me based on quality,
ethics and dependable delivery. I stay on time and on budget.


I Know the Importance of Having the Big Picture

“I have an abundance of
experience in delivering
• Airports Security Solutions that
• Seaports satisfy requirements”
• Power generation and
utilities
• Diplomatic facilities
• Transport
• Borders and Customs
• Sensitive commercial
sectors
• Religious centers
• Public venues
• Educational Campuses

Disciplines & Core Competencies


Experienced with Multiple Technologies


Technology is Fundamental

Fixed Systems Integrated
Portal
Systems Intelligent
Access
Systems
Rail Systems

Mobile Systems Intelligent
Commerce
Systems Intelligent
Traffic
Control
Systems
Command Centers

***I understand how this all fits together***

Team Mentality
I have always strived for excellence and
produced exceptional results by having a
“can do” and “will do” attitude. I use
innovation and integrity with my
approach. One way to do that is by
playing well in the sand box with others.

Throughout my career I have partnered and
maintained good standing with multifaceted
vendors to include: manufacturers,
installation/service companies, system
integrators, professional service providers
as well as A&E and consulting firms in order
to achieve common goals. I have done this
through maintaining positive relationships
and developing well-built teams.

Focal Point

Many variables affect the integrity of technology solutions. There really
isn’t a single, one-size-fits-all fully integrated solution. It requires a
thoughtful approach.

• I know the types of business development and operational implications
that have to be considered when making long term decisions and goals
• I focus on real requirements using proven guidelines and strategies
• I have collaborated with industry partners to build confidence and
develop reliability that drives increased revenue, safety & security.


Contact Information

Gary D. Harmon
6158 Springhill Terrace
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Phone: (919) 255-8511
garyharmon1971@gmail.com
(Relocating to Fairfax VA area)

http://www.linkedin.com/in/garyharmon1971


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