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DEPARTMENT COMMANDER, CHIEF OF STAFF
Executive Profile

Ambitious executive with company oversight, committed to cost-effective management of resources and quality performance.


Self starter and problem solver who will grasp the big picture and recognize problem departments, and any employee moral problems


Will build and retain high performance teams by hiring, developing, and motivating skilled professionals.in the 23 offices throughout the State and,will create respect and a working harmony within all departments.

Skill Highlights

Leadership/communication skills

  • Led a Military Command training advanced Infantry troops and received the Brigade Commanders Trophy for excellence six consecutive times.
  • Served on General Staff planning and organizing events for over 5000 men.

Small business development

  • Founded CPA, Inc.. and grew it from scratch to $6.5 million in revenue in seven years


  • As Commander of Department of New Mexico Military Order of The Purple Heart, developed a State wide First Responders Program, which honors Law Enforcement and Firemen killed in the line of duty. Coordinating with Law Enforcement and Fire Departments and awarding plaques honoring the Officer's memory, to the families of Fallen New Mexico First Responders.. This program was adopted by Our National Organization and is still in use throughout the Country.
Core Accomplishments

Staff Development: 

  • Launched well-received Veteran Mentoring program State wide for returning current war veterans to assist them in their successful reintegration to civilian life. This included dealing with combat trauma issues, job placement, education, homelessness, and obtaining veterans benefits.
  • Trained and coached members of our organization as Mentors, resulting in the successful reintegration of 53 returning combat veterans back to civilian life.

Professional Experience
Department Commander, Chief of Staff
August 2001 to January 2016
The Military Order of The Purple Heart - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Have served in continuous leadership positions and work daily with returning veterans includingThe New Mexico National Guard. Maintains a strong working relationship with General Salas, Adjutant General of the New Mexico National Guard, and with past New Mexico Cabinet Secretary's of Veteran Affairs(Garcia and Hale) and current Cabinet Secretary Fox.while working daily assisting returning veterans get to the necessary resources they need to solve their problems and become actively employed..


Veteran Service Representative
April 1997 to February 2001
Department of Veterans Affairs - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Working at the VA Regional Office assisting veterans with their claims and obtaining their disability benefits.

Processed awarded claims, worked on the Public Contact Team, and interacted with other New Mexico Government agencies

Additionally worked with homeless veterans, Native Americans on the reservation and conducted public out-reach meetings and seminars.

CEO
January 1983 to May 1995
Claim Processors of America, Inc. - Houston, Texas
  • Founder and CEO of Claim Processors of America, Inc.
  • A Third Party Administration firm designing and administering Health Insurance plans for employers with 150 or more employees.
  • Included hiring and training staff, complying with Federal and State government regulations, payroll, income taxes, accounting and marketing.
Military Experience
Company Commander
October 1967 to October 1970
United States Army - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Served four years in the United States Army as an Infantry Officer.

Awarded The Combat infantry Badge, The Silver Star for Gallantry In Action, The Purple Heart for wounds received, and various other decorations and awards

Honorably discharged at the rank of Captain.

Education
Bachelor of Science Degree : Business Management, 2001University of Phoenix - Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

Went back to school at night for two years while working full time at the Veterans Administration and graduated with a 3.8 GPA

Interests

Camping, hunting, fishing, four-wheeling, shooting, and golf have allowed me to meet and learn from many successful Executives, Government Directors,Managers, and.Politicians.



Personal Information
  • Married to Sharon Comstock, a retired Nurse.
  • Three children, two diseased.
  • Service Connected disabled Veteran.
Additional Information
  • Member of The National Advisory Board on Veterans Benefits representing New Mexico at the annual meeting in Washington, DC to make recommendations on improving Veteran services nationally.
  • Served the past six years as President of the Pinion Ridge Neighborhood Association..
  • Lifetime member of The Military Order of The purple Heart, Disabled Veterans of America, and VVA.
Skills

  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Team building
  • Communication
  • Government Regulations and Procedures
  • Veteran Benefits and Resources
  • Public speaking
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • The Military Order of The Purple Heart
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Claim Processors of America, Inc.
  • United States Army

School Attended

  • University of Phoenix

Job Titles Held:

  • Department Commander, Chief of Staff
  • Veteran Service Representative
  • CEO
  • Company Commander

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science Degree : Business Management , 2001

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