John P McDowell
Former US Army Officer
Email:
john.jpmcdowell.com
I am a recently separated Army Officer looking to start my career. I am also looking to build my current network and find mentorship from business leaders. I am interested in Accounting, Consulting, Investment Banking, and M&A.
EXPERIENCE
October 2023 - Present
Battalion Logistics Officer
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
United States Army - Captain
Supervisor of all internal logistics within the battalion to include sustainment plans and operations, supply, maintenance, transportation, services, operational contract support, and a budget of $3.5 million. Managed and supervised all equipment turn-ins, transfers, upgrades, and the Battalion Command Supply Discipline program for over $160 million in weaponry, vehicles, and classified systems.
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Integrated Microsoft PowerBI into financial liability investigations; completed 23 investigations totaling over $500,000 in losses within 30 days while reducing workload by 30%.
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Developed the Command Deployment Discipline Program allowing rapid deployment of mission essential equipmentto various training exercises to include Singapore, Thailand, and various training centers throughout the United States.
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Rated in the top 20% of all captains on annual performance report.​​​
November 2021 - October 2023
Platoon Leader
Fort Bliss, TX;
South Korea
United States Army - First Lieutenant
Led an artillery platoon comprised of 42 members. Planned, coordinated, and conducted a comprehensive training program to prepare organization for a variety of operations. Developed and mentored platoon members to forge a cohesive team. Planned and led a multitude of humanitarian operations while deployed to South Korea.
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Planned, resourced, and executed multiple training events resulting in 63 personnel qualifying on their individual weapon systems, 85 qualifying on land navigation skills, and 3 artillery crews qualifying on their weapon systems. Earned the title of “Top Gun” by having the best artillery crew in the brigade.
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Led a high visibility joint live fire exercise with the Korean Army, Marine Corps, and Air Force; the event received national attention via CNN and Reuters.
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Managed over $50 million in assets through deployment and redeployment while maintaining the highest readiness rate in the battalion at 95%.
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Rated in the top 10% of Lieutenants in the Battalion.
May 2019 - November 2021
Fire Support Officer
Fort Bliss, TX;
Fort Irwin, CA
United States Army - First Lieutenant
Lead officer responsible for employment of the Army’s most advanced cannon, mortar, rocket, and airstrike fire systems. Planned and executed operations to include multi-state deployment of armored vehicles. Advised multiple commanders on how to employ various indirect fires assets during combat training operations.
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Developed and supervised a maintenance plan resulting in 85% operational readiness of all equipment in the platoon.
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Created and maintained relationships with Air Force counterparts resulting in new training opportunities within the brigade and increased qualifications for 25% of all soldiers.
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Rated in the top 30% of Lieutenants in the Battalion.
July 2017
Youth Talent Program
IESE Business School
The Youth Talent Program is a distinguished gateway program for those who have consistently demonstrated both exceptional talent and a desire for success. The Program provides a unique learning experience for young, aspiring professionals and allows individuals to share their knowledge and experience with a diverse range of highly-motivated peers. The Youth Talent Program includes over 50 hours of lessons from guest lecturers and culminates with a case study on companies and their business problems.
FORMAL EDUCATION
June 2015 - May 2019
Bachelor's of Science
United States Military Academy at West Point
Bachelor's of Science in Business Management
Nuclear Engineering Track
Clubs: Investment Club, Native American Heritage Forum, Sandhurst Military Competition, Fly Fishing Club
Expected November 2023
Micromasters Credential in Supply Chain Management
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Taking continuing online prepatory coursework for residential MIT Master's Program in Supply Chain Management
August 2011 - May 2015
High School Diploma
Briarcrest Christian School
National Honors Society
Football and Wrestling Team Captain
Elected Student Government Official
MILITARY EDUCATION
March 2023 - September 2023
Field Artillery Captain's Career Course
August 2021
US Army Field Artillery Tactical Data Systems Course
Computer Programming
Software Optimization
Operational Problem Solving
June 2020
US Army Bradley Leader Course
Leadership Principles
Advanced Logistics Procedures
Armored Vehicle Tactics
September 2019 - February 2020
Field Artillery Basic Officer Leadership Course
Leadership Principles
Operational and Tactical Planning​
June 2017
Brazilian Special Forces Mountaineering School
Mountaineering Techniques
Foreign Language Immersion (Portuguese)
SKILLS
Leadership
Strategic Planning
Team Building
Project Management
Operations Management
Microsoft Office