Bryce Randall
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Studied at Chicago Booth
Works at National Security Agency
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About Bryce
Born into a family deeply rooted in service, I traversed the United States and Europe, nurtured by a father serving in the Air Force and parents dedicated to ministry and music education. This diverse upbringing instilled a profound sense of duty and a penchant for setting ambitious goals, ultimately guiding me toward the halls of the United States Military Academy at West Point. There, inspired by my father’s legacy and driven by a desire to lead under pressure, I pursued a degree in Defense Strategic Studies, graduating with honors and embarking on a distinguished military career. My military service has been characterized by a series of strategic and impactful roles, from leading platoon operations on the Southern Border—where my team played a crucial role in national security—to commanding a company at the National Security Agency in Texas. My leadership contributed to the publication of 18 intelligence reports for the Presidential Daily Brief, reflecting my capacity to influence national security at the highest levels. Beyond tactical achievements, I have also excelled in academia, serving as a Professor of Military Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where I spearheaded innovative programs and significantly increased enrollment and community engagement. I am pursuing an MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, specializing in Finance and Behavioral Science. This new academic venture aligns with my post-military career goal of excelling in Private Wealth Management. My diverse experiences—from high-stakes military operations to strategic educational leadership—equip me uniquely to coach aspiring students through the admissions process. My coaching philosophy is rooted in a commitment to strategic planning and personalized mentorship. I leverage my extensive experience in leadership, strategic communication, and education to offer a tailored coaching experience that addresses each student's unique challenges and aspirations. Through my guidance, I aim to empower students to navigate the complexities of admissions processes confidently, ensuring they are not only prepared but also enriched by the journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Why do I coach?
Coaching holds a profoundly personal significance for me, rooted in my own experiences during one of the most challenging yet transformative periods of my life. While serving as an Active Duty Officer at the NSA, supervising over 250 soldiers and civilians in operations critical to national security, I faced the daunting task of applying to top-tier MBA programs. My responsibilities were immense, involving sensitive intelligence work that demanded exactitude and urgency. Amidst this demanding role, I also needed to prepare for standardized tests, craft essays, secure recommendations, and manage my physical and mental well-being—all while fulfilling my duties as a spouse. During this intense period, the guidance of a dedicated coach was instrumental in my success. My coach provided expertise in navigating the complex admissions process, essential support, and an understanding of the unique challenges I faced as a military officer. His mentorship was crucial in helping me balance my professional responsibilities with my personal aspirations, ultimately contributing to my admission to a prestigious MBA program at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Inspired by the profound impact of this mentorship and my experiences in the military, I am passionately committed to coaching because I believe in democratizing access to graduate education. I coach to pay it forward, employing the same skills and techniques that were so vital to my own journey. There is immense fulfillment in helping others achieve the best versions of themselves, guiding them through their own unique challenges and toward their educational goals. For me, coaching is more than a profession—it is a way to contribute to others' success and ensure they have the support they need to navigate the complexities of graduate admissions. By sharing the strategies that helped me, I aim to empower aspiring students, especially those aiming for top-tier MBA programs, to realize their full potential and transform their lives through education.
Work Experience
Company Commander
National Security Agency
October 2022 - Present
• Strategic Leadership and Oversight: Directed a 250+ joint-military and civilian force, delivering critical intelligence capabilities to Combatant Commanders, thereby ensuring operational superiority in diverse environments. • Selective Command Achievement: Handpicked from a pool of 270 applicants to lead 220 soldiers and 30 Department of Defense civilians, demonstrating exceptional leadership qualities and strategic acumen. • Enhanced Compliance and Reporting: Engineered streamlined systems to meticulously track the annual training, medical readiness, and administrative prerequisites of 400 soldiers, resulting in a remarkable 72% increase in compliance reporting within a targeted 90-day timeframe. • Financial Literacy Advocacy and Empowerment: Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive financial literacy curriculum for a 430-member organization, orchestrating 15 personal finance seminars and 44 counseling sessions.
Assistant Professor
US Army
June 2020 - October 2022
• Multifaceted Leadership in Education and Diversity: As an Assistant Professor of Military Science (APMS), assumed diverse roles including professor, DEI director, and cadet recruiter, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to inclusive leadership practices. • Strategic Relationship Management: Acted as an Active Duty liaison between Reserve & National Guard components, unit relationship manager, and public affairs coordinator, fostering strong connections and collaboration across organizational boundaries. • Effective Resource Management: Managed the ROTC scholarship fund and skillfully administered a $135K budget for training events, achieving certification for 600 cadets while exhibiting fiscal responsibility, resulting in $14K in savings and scholarship reallocation. • Exceptional Instruction and Recognition: Crafted and presented 83 lesson plans while championing DEI initiatives, earning distinguished recognition as the top instructor among 90 peers, showcasing a dedication to excellence in teaching and leadership development. • Community Engagement and Growth: Spearheaded outreach initiatives with Birmingham City Schools, leading to a 35% increase in organization membership within a year, highlighting a talent for collaboration and strategic partnership development. • Project Management and Innovation: Orchestrated the development of a new ROTC program website and managed special projects, demonstrating creativity and forward-thinking approaches to organizational improvement and growth.
Infantry Platoon Leader
US Army
February 2019 - June 2020
• Dynamic Leadership and Personnel Management: Led and supervised a team of 52 military service members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability while ensuring mission success through effective training and deployment strategies. • Strategic Planning and Execution: Orchestrated multifaceted operations encompassing personnel management, project planning, and logistics procurement, demonstrating proficiency in coordinating complex tasks across diverse domains. • Financial and Resource Management: Managed company morale funds and training budgets, exercising sound financial stewardship and resource allocation to maximize operational efficiency and effectiveness. • Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy: Leveraged sales experience to persuasively advocate for various courses of action requiring financial support or legal approval, effectively securing necessary resources for mission success. • Operational Excellence and Security Enhancement: Served as a military liaison and security consultant for the Department of Homeland Security during an operational mission defending America's southern border, coordinating intelligence-gathering operations and reinforcing security across 400 square miles, resulting in top evaluations among peers. • Logistics Optimization and Cost Savings: Realized $36M in savings during a 2,000-mile convoy by optimizing vehicle operations and negotiating logistical contracts, demonstrating keen negotiation skills and cost-saving initiatives.
Data Analyst
Department of Homeland Security
June 2015 - July 2015
• Developed an Excel algorithm to track the technological developments (i.e. science, medical, military, agricultural, energy, etc.) across a series of host nations. This algorithm was then used in follow-on projects where the Department of Homeland Security was able to juxtapose other countries' advancements to our own in the United States. • Contributed to four reports as a Wealth Index Research Analyst at the Department of Homeland Security (Washington D.C., 2015), assessing strategic partnerships and projected economic growth of countries in the Pacific.
Education
Chicago Booth
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Investments and Securities
2024 - 2026
University of Louisville
Master of Arts, Higher Education
2020 - 2021
Honors | Dean's List Activities and societies: Master Educator Course Atendee (2020) | Army Instructor Qualification Recipient (2021) | Member - U of L Student Veterans Association (2020-2021)
United States Military Academy
Bachelor of Science - BS, Defense Strategic Studies w/ Honors | Dean's List (2013-2017)
2013 - 2017
Activities and societies: Black and Gold (West Point) Cross Fit Team (2016-2017) | Nationally Ranked Collegiate Powerlifter (2014-2016) | West Point Investing Club (2015-2017) Motivational Interviewing, Engaged Empathy and +4 skills
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Overall Rating
5.0
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