John A. G.

John A. Gillis

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I help people grow through career coaching focusing on transitions

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Studied at Darden School of Business (UVA)

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Worked at Solis Security

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John A.’s Master’s Programs Qualifications

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in both business and international relations, I bring a unique perspective to coaching for master's programs. I hold an MBA from the Darden School of Business and a Master's in International Relations from George Washington University, equipping me with a deep understanding of strategy and policy. My professional journey spans roles in financial analysis, operations management, and program management at top organizations like JPMorgan Chase and the US Army. I've successfully coached five individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of master's program applications and achieve their academic goals. Let's work together to craft a compelling application that highlights your strengths and sets you apart. Reach out to start your journey!

John A. can help with:

Application Strategy

Editing

Essays

Financial Aid & Scholarships

General Exploration

Interviews

Letters of Recommendation

Resume

School Selection

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Work Experience

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Operations Manager

Solis Security

January 2022 - October 2022

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(Senior) Financial Analyst

Solis Security

2022 - 2023

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Security Incident Response Engineer

Solis Security

February 2021 - January 2022

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Product Development Manager

StartGuides,

2018 - 2019

At StartGuides, I ran business processes and projects with the singular goal of delivering effective technology solutions to our Military. I wore many hats, including client interaction, requirements analysis, product delivery, product quality control, creating the user experience on our applications, consulting, and product management. StartGuides transforms the delivery, effectiveness, and cost of training by enabling self-paced learning at the point of need with an App. We develop and deliver intuitive mobile apps that provide knowledge when & where you need it.

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Vice President, Enrollment Management

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

2017 - 2018

Wholesale Credit Analytics and Solutions - Business Management I managed Third Party Oversight (TPO) engagements involving vendor risk, contracts, and payments with five major contractors. I worked across company lines to ensure quality engagements meet our desired outcomes. We partnered with vendors that work with multiple teams inside JPMorgan in regulatory requirements involving technology, data, and risk modeling.

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Program Manager

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

2014 - 2017

I was the Program Manager of the Military Officer Executive Development Program (now Military Pathways Program). MOEDP was a firm-wide rotational program that afforded 60 veterans the opportunity to gain experience within JPMorgan Chase in order to bridge the business experience gap as they transition from the military. I handled all end-to-end processes involving the program. This included strategy, site and program expansion, annual budget projections, and recruiting, among many other responsibilities. I created a database to produce analytics on various parts of the program regarding operations, recruiting, and human capital trends.

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Operations Manager

US Army

2011 - 2012

I led projects and programs in a cross-functional, cross-team environment in austere conditions. I relied on my teams and my ability to translate high levels of policy and strategy into everyday execution at the tactical level. I directed short-notice, short-run operations, coordinating 6 subordinate organizations consisting of 3,500+ Soldiers and managing back office operations, including coordinating risk management efforts and supporting logistics & operations during the unit’s successful national training exercise for Afghanistan.

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Company Commander

US Army

2010 - 2011

I managed the daily operations of a 200+ employee organization with 10 direct reports, focusing on personnel, training and maintenance systems with $25M+ worth of property.

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Company Executive Officer

US Army

2009 - 2010

I oversaw property accountability, movement logistics, and equipment maintenance for a company deployed to Baghdad, Iraq. I also trained and mentored 2 new operations supervisors on security analysis, planning, and risk management principles for 2 to 6 operations per day.

Education

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Darden School of Business (UVA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2016 - 2018

I focused my studies on strategy, economics, and the intersection of government policy and business.

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George Washington University

Master of Arts (M.A.), International Relations and Affairs

2012 - 2014

At the Elliott School, I gained a deep understanding of issue analysis and how policy and strategy can drive desired outcomes on an international scale. I concentrated my studies on Energy Security and Transnational Security.

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