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Keith Johnson

@keithjohnson

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Experienced Executive Operations Director with a focus on strategic planning.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a leadership role that fosters innovation and operational excellence.

I am a performance-driven executive with extensive experience in high-visibility leadership roles, particularly in federal and military contract environments. My career has been marked by my ability to drive operational success in dynamic situations, leading diverse teams across various geographical locations. I excel in strategic planning and execution, ensuring that organizational goals are met efficiently and effectively.

In my current role as Senior Director at APTIM, I lead a team of over 700 personnel, managing contracts worth nearly $100M. My leadership has resulted in double-digit growth in revenue and a perfect contract re-award record. I am passionate about improving operational efficiency and have successfully reduced attrition rates to nearly zero at project sites. My previous experience as Vice President at Aspen Medical involved overseeing operations across North and South America, where I significantly increased revenue and staff within my first year.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in project and program management, particularly in high-stakes environments. I am adept at navigating complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions that enhance organizational performance and drive growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Operations Director – Joint Aerospace Operations

Current

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVE

Jan 2015 - Apr 2024 (9 years 3 months)

Provided operational planning support for disaster response operations, including COVID-19 and Hurricane Maria. Managed personnel and coordinated efforts with external agencies for effective mission execution.

Personnel Management Crisis Management Leadership Communication

Current

Senior Director, Facilities and Environmental Laboratories

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APTIM

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Leads a team of over 700 personnel managing Federal contracts with an annual revenue of nearly $100M. Achieved double-digit growth in revenue and maintained a perfect contract re-award record. Oversaw operations at military installations and led laboratories developing EPA-approved test methods.

Leadership Contract Management Operations Management Revenue Team Building Project Management Strategic Planning

Vice President, Head of North & South America Operations

ASPEN MEDICAL USA, INC

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Managed all operations and business development for Aspen Medical in the Americas, leading to a 500% revenue increase and a 5,000% staff growth in the first year. Negotiated contracts and reduced global insurance costs by 50%.

Business Development Operations Management Contract Negotiation Revenue Budget Management Team Leadership

Project Manager – Demand Management

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Jan 2015 - Jun 2021 (6 years 5 months)

Managed high-level healthcare programs and projects, collaborating with various VA agencies to deliver innovative solutions for Veterans benefits. Drove successful procurement and managed multiple planning teams.

Project Management Procurement Strategic Planning Team Management IT Evaluation Program Development Stakeholder Engagement

Operations Director

AIR FORCE EXPEDITIONARY CENTER

Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)

Directed contingency and crisis action plans, advising on operational goals and managing training and budgets for over 16,000 personnel across multiple countries. Achieved operational requirements ahead of schedule.

Crisis Management Operations Management Budget Oversight Leadership Strategic Development Team Coordination

Commander

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVES

Jan 2011 - Jan 2012 (1 year)

Oversaw operational leadership and resource support for mission execution, managing air mobility and refueling missions while ensuring operational readiness and coordination across service branches.

Operational Management Resource Management Coordination Team Leadership

General Manager/Group Director

INSTITUTE FOR DEFENSE & GOVERNMENT ADVANCEMENT

Feb 2009 - Jan 2011 (1 year 11 months)

Led a defense consultation team, managing operations and marketing for a division that produced significant profits. Directed a team to address high-level DoD issues and drive revenue.