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JC Hernandez

@jchernandez

Strategic operations and innovation leader driving enterprise optimization and measurable program growth.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek senior leadership roles where I can drive enterprise transformation, optimize operations using data-driven methods, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable cost and performance improvements.

I am a visionary, data-driven leader with 20+ years delivering transformation across federal, military, and private sectors, including USMC service and enterprise roles at DOL, FDA, FAA, USAF. I specialize in translating strategic goals into measurable KPIs and sustainable implementation plans.

My career highlights include launching ISO-compliant QMS programs, achieving 100% certification, driving 200%+ growth in strategic partnerships, cutting costs by 15%, and improving operational efficiency by 23%. I hold an MBA, BS in Computer Science, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (USN AIRSpeed), CQIA (ASQ), and project management credentials.

I build high-performance cultures and lead complex, multi-million-dollar portfolios to on-time, on-budget delivery while improving stakeholder satisfaction and program outcomes through cross-functional collaboration and data-informed decision making.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CG

Coursera / Google

Google Data Analytics Certificate, Data Analytics

Completed the Google Data Analytics professional certificate covering data analysis, visualization, and data-driven decision making.

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Duke University

Master Certificate in Project Management, Project Management

Completed a Master Certificate in Project Management covering project planning, execution, and governance best practices.

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American Society for Quality (ASQ)

Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Quality Improvement

Attained the Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) credential to demonstrate foundational quality improvement knowledge.

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Keller Graduate School of Management

Master of Business Administration, Information Systems Management

Completed an MBA focused on Information Systems Management, emphasizing technology-enabled business strategy and operational improvement.

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DeVry University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with coursework in programming, systems, and IT fundamentals.

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U.S. Navy AIRSpeed

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma

Completed Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training through the U.S. Navy AIRSpeed program to lead process improvement initiatives.

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