Christy Nyland
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Summary
Dynamic leader with 28 years of leadership experience, adept at influencing cross-functional teams and driving process improvements. Known for collaborative approach, results-oriented mindset and commitment to excellence. Excels in team building, developing efficient processes, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Staff
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
Fort Belvoir, VA
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Recommends priorities and provides oversight for critical resources for the organization consisting of 20,000 personnel with a global footprint and an annual operating budget of $2 Billion.
- Attended meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
- Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
- Aligned departmental goals with overall company vision, ensuring cohesive progress towards shared objectives.
- Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
- Oversaw change management initiatives, minimizing disruption while maximizing positive outcomes during periods of transition.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure smooth collaboration and completion of high-priority projects.
- Led crisis-management efforts during unexpected challenges; mitigating potential negative impacts on business operations.
- Encouraged coordination and cooperation among departments and continuous review of interdepartmental processes to support quality control and improvement.
- Enhanced team collaboration with introduction of digital project management tool, facilitating real-time updates and feedback.
- Fostered culture of transparency and open communication within executive team by organizing regular strategy meetings.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Commander
United States Army
Fort Meade, MD
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Led and managed the Army' Specialized Intelligence Programs consisting of over 5,000 personnel in support of operational requirements for the Army and other Department of Defense Services and Agencies as directed.
- Responsible for the recruitment, professional development, career management and retention of a highly skilled and specialty trained work force.
- Modernized talent management providing increased communication and transparency to the personnel assignment processes.
Strategist, Army Hard Targets
Deputy Chief of Staff G-2, Department of the Army
Washington, DC
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
- Assessed and defined the Army's requirements with the broader Intelligence Community to support strategic leader understanding of changes in strategic context and to out pace adversary decision cycles.
- Fostered resilient teams and achieved tangible results through five new projects including integration with a international partner, a first ever for the position.
- Leveraged NIP and MIP funding to execute innovative collection solutions to improve Army capabilities to address current threats.
Executive Officer to the Commanding General
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
Fort Belvoir, VA
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Synchronized the Commanding General's daily operations, communications, travel and protocol requirements across the Army Staff, the executive suite and 19 supported commands.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive success in support of the Commanding General's vision and intent.
- Handled administrative management, personnel issues and supply requirements for the executive suite.
Battalion Commander
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
Camp Humphreys, South Korea
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Led over 400 personnel in multi disciplined, intelligence operations geographically dispersed throughout the Republic of Korea.
- Oversaw and managed an annual budget exceeding $1 million dollars, ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficient resource allocation.
- Fostered strong partnerships with Korean partners, rotational units and Reserve Forces stationed in California, demonstrating adroit team building skills and dedication to mission.
- Established a positive command climate, enforcing standards and developing a strategy for all aspects of training, leader development, morale, welfare and discipline of assigned personnel and Family Members.
Education
Master of Science - National Security Strategy
National Defense University
Washington, DC06-2019
Skills
- Influencing skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Collaborative mindset
- Ethical leadership
- Results orientation
- Planning and prioritization
- Process improvement
Accomplishments
Four combat, two humanitarian assistance and one peace keeping deployment throughout my 28 year career in the Army.
Timeline
Chief of Staff
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
08.2022 - 07.2024
Commander
United States Army
06.2020 - 06.2022
Strategist, Army Hard Targets
Deputy Chief of Staff G-2, Department of the Army
06.2019 - 06.2020
Executive Officer to the Commanding General
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
06.2017 - 06.2018
Battalion Commander
Intelligence Security Command, United States Army
06.2015 - 06.2017
Master of Science - National Security Strategy
National Defense University