Andrew Tapassi

Andrew Tapassi's Profile

Name Andrew Tapassi
About Me Seasoned Leader and Project Manager in functions, projects, activities, laws, rules, and regulations motivating dynamic teams to complete projects ahead of deadlines. Led complex projects as a Deputy Program Manager that oversaw the overall planning, direction, and timely execution of several program segments. Organized, controlled and evaluated the activities in the Elevated Sensor Program managing over 150 personnel, and 2 subcontracting companies. Dedicated problem solver with a proven record for delivering solutions under pressure. Passionate results-driven leader that trains and transforms individuals into top-performers by team building. Defined critical factors, process improvements on key initiatives including quality factors, and service delivery to customers. Effective communicator concentrating on initiatives and improvements. Significant experience strategizing and directing cross-functional teams to collaborate in strategy, process, and goals. SECURITY CLEARANCE Previous Top Secret [SSBI]/SCI and NATO Access (COSMIC/ATOMAL). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Project Manager/Distribution Manager June 2021- November 2023 San Diego, CA. Ocean View Church Volunteer Project Manager and Distribution Manager at OVC that partners with Feeding San Diego, CA. organizes 40+ volunteers in the distribution of dry/frozen foods, and a walk-up station. • Participated in the coordination and organized the delivery of 180,000+ pounds of food in distribution 2 times a month, for over 1200+ families. Oversaw the traffic flow of 800+ vehicles, containing 2 lanes of traffic for ease of distribution. • Worked with other offices to develop and validate project requirements that varied in produce based on the needs for customers’ needs. Corrected and identified problem areas concerning Feeding San Diego. Operations Manager/Operation Warp Speed (OWS), and the Operation December 2020 - June 2021 COVID19 Site in National City, CA. Dyn-Corp. International Planned, controlled, and assigned work orders through Disaster Management Group (DMG) for 2 check-in/administration trailers, 3 exam trailers with 9 exam rooms, 3 lab/vaccine trailers with 1 pharmacy to cross functional operational teams in implementing common work processes and procedures. Resolved diverse problems concerning contract scope. • Implemented quantitative and qualitative methods within the scope of the respective project and the reporting results were 30% in the first 30 days of the project. Process improvement, continued improvement analysis, facilitation, reporting, and providing recommendations. • Managed short- and long-range planning activities that included work plans that were the products of subordinate organizational projects/programs. • Participated in meetings with internal staff and representatives from staff agencies and industries to determine program status, major milestones, and coordinated each entity to detect in advance potential slippage, and increased costs; and ascertain appropriate action requirements to maintain and improve program schedules. • Drove appropriate processes for development/refinement of budget and headcount of the operational plan, including driving ongoing operating mechanisms to continually track progress and adjust as necessary in the development and execution of projects and programs to effectively manage. • Identified program/contract requirements and oversaw the development of work processes to meet program/contract needs. Managed contract compliance with operational team requirements. Evaluated, monitored assigned operations, and integrated all elements of the organization to ensure schedules were maintained within cost and performance standards. • Directed project correspondences, prepared and reviewed project proposals, memos, meeting minutes and emails. Communicated with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope and objectives. Andrew John Tapassi Page 2 Food Center Operations Manager/Supervisor and Family Caregiver September 2015 - December 2020 San Diego, CA. Ocean View Church Food center volunteer, organized, delegated, and coordinated groups of 40+ personnel every 2 weeks a month in managing dry/frozen foods, fruits and produce for distribution of over 600+ families in need twice a month. • Took actions necessary to correct any identified problem areas in maintaining food for everyone. • Managed project-related paperwork ensuring all necessary materials were current, properly filed and stored. Senior Program Management Specialist December 2014 - September 2015 San Diego, CA. Integrits Corporation Co-led in the planning of a Knowledge Management System Program. Served as the primary customer interface to resolve all questions, concerns, and applied best practice principles of content management to define architecture elements and guidelines to provide consistent structure and user experience. • Planned and initiated a comprehensive evaluation system for the review and analysis of proposed costs, program development, and performance. As a change agent to assuring, directing, and performing the steps necessary to create business cases within established budgets and timeframes. • Took actions necessary to correct any identified problem areas; and drafted guidance and direction regarding program management and reporting. • Trained 2 personnel in researching and using 30+ manuals, inputting data in a 1000+ line item database, increasing data entries with an estimated result of 65% in 5 weeks. • Facilitated live training meetings and customer presentations, increasing awareness and productivity by 35% in 4 months. • Effectively maintained key relationships with clients, team members, and internal corporate executives, to streamline processes, communication, and efficacy. Project Manager/Knowledge Manager/Information Manager October 2011 - July 2012 NATO Headquarters, Herat, Afghanistan Triquetra Technologies, Inc. Project Manager for the Italian and Spanish Chief of Staff Officers. Trained, lectured, and held weekly live demonstrations on how to update different military websites for 2 commanders, and 1200+ personnel. • Provided technical direction in project management, team building, facilitation, process improvement analysis, at the NATO HQ with the Italian and Spanish Armies, coordinated the training of these 2 countries to understand the methodology required to develop and substantiate a business case for the selected project of 1200+ troops. • Executed enterprise search techniques and taxonomy methods using categories and attributes for a 50% improvement in data integrity, and retrieval results for 5 departments, 2 intelligence agencies in 3 months. • Participated in meetings with internal staff and representatives from staff agencies and industries to determine program status, major milestones, and coordinated each to detect in advance potential slippage and increased costs; to ascertain appropriate actions required to maintain, and improve program schedules. Deputy Program Manager October 2010 - March 2011 Bagram, Afghanistan ManTech International Brought on board to spearhead, consolidate, and streamline the Elevated Sensor Program in Operations Enduring Freedom following the award of ManTech International. Assisted in directing all aspects of a $181M sustainment contract with the United States Army in Afghanistan. • Determined goals and objectives emphasizing in program operations, developed measures that evaluated performance metrics, and personnel evaluations in retention of personnel. • Reviewed programs/projects to determine how they can be accomplished with the least disruption to workers and mission operations that directed and scheduled accomplishments in a timely manner. • Developed detailed plans, tasks, milestones dates and schedules to ensure proper sequencing of events and tracking of processes and costs throughout the program. • Managed 150+ personnel, including 2 subcontracting companies. • Optimized resources by streamlining the operations process and reduced redundant work in trouble calls by 40%. Andrew John Tapassi Page 3 • Implemented coordination with the [Army/Joint Military personnel/contractors] and other operating units concerning goals and objectives in program office goals. Developed and maintained project planning and requirements for documentation in status of project process, personnel to complete and respond to trouble calls for the Army, in reporting of analysis on process controls to improve customer and reducing costs to their/FOB’s/JSS/COB. Oversaw project activities, including planning, development, and deployment activities. • Appointed 4 property managers to identify contractual equipment at various locations, establishing 98% of accountability in 6 months after being awarded the contract. Operations Manager/Project Manager April 2009 - November 2009 Tallil, Iraq ManTech International Chosen to lead 4 regions in Iraq; managed and supervised 18 personnel, equipment, and administrative functions on a daily basis. Executed and directed all aspects of operations in southern Iraq. • Handpicked and managed a highly successful operational team which improved quality approximately by 80% in 8 months, with an estimate in cutting costs by 48%. • Provided technical advice on strategic issues; collaborated with other program offices in Iraq, contracting Air Force and Army personnel across to improve end-to-end processes throughout the program office/component, and utilized various analytical methodology including, a wide range of statistical methods and tools, mathematical techniques, for process mapping in Southeastern Iraq. • Delegated 3 division supervisors (Logistics/Supply, Generator shop, and Electronic technicians) for inbound and outbound site operations, projected savings on delivery of shipments by 70% using military assets instead of commercial means. • Improved customer service, by training personnel in updating and reporting daily to customers, having a 92% customer satisfaction based on the amount of trouble calls completed. • Established a supply office and supply container space cutting travel time by 60%. MILITARY EXPERIENCE UNITED STATES NAVY March 1982 - April 2006 Chief Radioman [RMC] (SW/AW) / Chief Information Systems Technician [ITC] (SW/AW). Chief Course Manager, Department Head (N6), Communications Officer , Communications Watch Officer, Communications Joint Inspector, Division Officer, Leading Chief Petty Officer, and Leading Petty Officer. • Director, Program manager and Project manager in planning and evaluating to provide technical, programmatic guidance, and direction to personnel and contractors in accomplishing work. • Evaluated contractor performance and overall program effectiveness in terms of mission accomplishment, schedules and budget, quality, quantity and environment, safety, and health standards, procedural, policy, and regulatory compliance, and technical competence. EDUCATION • Master of Global Management. National University, San Diego, CA. • Bachelor of Arts in Business Management, with a concentration in Project Management. National University, San Diego, CA. SKILLS • Analytical, Program and Project Planning, Community Engagement, Cross Functional Team Leadership, Project Plans, Problem Solving, Volunteer Leadership, Public Speaking. AWARDS • Received the NATO MEDAL (Non-Article 5) for service with NATO in Afghanistan from Anders Fogh Rasmussen (Secretary General) 2012. • Received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for Sailor of the Year 1994.