My Story

​Proven Strategic Leadership

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As the former Division Chief of the Industrial Base at the Army Contracting Command – Rock Island, Dean directed critical initiatives that directly enhance the United States' defense capabilities. His strategic management of the $2.3+ billion Cornerstone Other Transaction Authority program fostered innovative advancements in conventional and advanced manufacturing, microelectronics, logistics, hypersonics, and engineering—expertise that informs pioneering strategies for contemporary defense contractors.

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Dean's leadership of the $229 million Nitroguanidine project significantly contributed to strengthening the resilience of the domestic ammunition supply chain. His stewardship of the Chemical Weapons Demilitarization contracts culminated in the comprehensive and safe elimination of all United States chemical weapons stockpiles. Furthermore, he expedited key projects by integrating innovative technologies such as the Static Detonation Chamber, while maintaining full adherence to environmental regulatory standards.

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Exceptional Contract Management Expertise

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Your company benefits from Dean's hands-on experience managing some of the government's largest and most complex contracts:

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• Ammunition: Extensive experience with multiple munition programs, including the FMU-143 penetrator bomb fuze, 40mm grenades, and various pyrotechnic munitions.

• Logistics Operations: Led the $80 billion Logistics Civil Augmentation Program portfolio for overseas contingency support and base operations

• Information Technology: Supported billion-dollar contracts for the Program Executive Office Enterprise Information Systems, including the Army's inaugural Cloud Blanket Purchase Agreement

• Communications Systems: Oversaw satellite communications, land mobile radios, tactical radios, and deployable terminals programs, negotiating directly with industry leaders including L3Harris, Motorola, Boeing, Raytheon, and Viasat.

• Prototype Projects: Directed investments in research, development, and modernization that seed future potential weapon systems, enhance industrial capacity, boost supply chain resiliency, and foster innovation within the Defense Industrial Base.

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As lead negotiator on over $1 billion in contracts, Dean's proven strategies help clients secure favorable terms while avoiding costly compliance pitfalls.

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Deep Government Relationships & Regulatory Mastery

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Dean's extensive experience encompasses establishing relationships at all levels of defense acquisition, including Mission Partners, Program Executive Offices, the Defense Contract Management Agency, the Defense Contract Audit Agency, the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and the offices of the Assistant Secretary of Defense. He has effectively managed audits, protests, and investigations conducted by the Government Accountability Office, Army Audit Agency, and Office of the Inspector General.

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His specialized expertise includes:

• Cost-reimbursable and fixed-price contract structures

• Commercial and Non-commercial products and services

• Non-FAR-based contracts, grants, and agreements

• Complex acquisition policy interpretation and compliance

• Value creation strategies and performance incentives, such as milestone payments​

 

Distinguished Education & Credentials

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Dean's educational foundation reflects his commitment to excellence:

• Master of Strategic Studies, U.S. Army War College

• Master of Business Administration, St. Ambrose University

• Bachelor of Business Administration, St. Ambrose University

• Harvard Senior Executive Fellow, Harvard Kennedy School of Government

• Senior Manager's Course in National Security Leadership, George Washington University

• Leadership Development Program, Center for Creative Leadership​

 

Dean holds an active Secret Security Clearance (eligible for Top Secret) and is a certified Professional in Contracting. His distinguished service has been recognized with the Commander's Award for Civilian Service (2021 and 2014), the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Global War on Terrorism, and numerous achievement awards.

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Personal

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When not assisting clients in navigating the intricacies of government contracting, Dean enhances his linguistic proficiency by learning Russian, engaging in reading, cooking, and dedicating time to his family. He and his wife, Charlotte, reside in the Quad Cities.