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Kevin Hartford Pmp, Cm

Director Of Operations at Puyenpa

Kevin Hartford, PMP, CM has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Kevin is currently the Director of Operations at Puyenpa Services LLC, where they have been since November 2021. Prior to this, they served as a Program Manager at the same company from August 2020 to November 2021.

Kevin also holds a position as a Member of the Board of Advisors at 80-Twenty Group, LLC: DVBE / MBE since August 2020. Kevin is the Co-Founder of Hartford Enterprises, LLC since June 2019.

Before their current roles, Kevin worked at OLGOONIK SPECIALTY CONTRACTORS, LLC where they served as a Program Manager for overseas construction from January 2019 to August 2020. Kevin also held the position of Project Manager at the same company from July 2018 to January 2019.

Kevin worked as a Program Manager/Products Manager at Professional Analysis, Inc. from August 2016 to July 2018, where they analyzed and developed statements of work and contract documentation, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.

Prior to that, Kevin served as a Program Manager at Olgoonik Corporation from November 2011 to August 2016, where they managed security construction and installation programs for various clients, including a $290M technical security global contract.

Kevin's earlier experience includes roles such as Assistant Officer in Charge/Senior Enlisted Leader at Naval Support Unit, State Department from July 2008 to November 2011, and Senior Chief Petty Officer/Utilitiesman at U.S. Navy Seabees from December 1986 to November 2011.

Kevin also worked as the Okinawa Operations Chief/Current Operations Chief at the 30th Naval Construction Regiment from January 2005 to May 2008, where they managed construction projects and operations while deployed to Iraq.

Kevin began their career as a Subject Matter Expert/Exam Writer at the Naval Education and Training Professional Development and Technology Center from September 2003 to December 2004. Kevin played a key role in managing the Equal Opportunity Program and was involved in command climate surveys.

Throughout their career, Kevin has demonstrated strong leadership, project management, and strategic planning skills.

Kevin Hartford has a diverse and extensive education history. Kevin obtained a Certificate in Managing Maintenance for Buildings and Facilities from The University of Kansas in 2021. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from Liberty University between 2014 and 2016. In 2008, they completed a Leadership/Management/International Relations program at the U.S. Navy Senior Enlisted Academy. In 2007, Kevin earned a Professional Certificate in Construction Estimating from San Diego State University. Kevin also holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Human Resources Management from National University, which they obtained from 1994 to 1996. In 1993, they received a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Workforce Education and Development from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. Additionally, Kevin pursued International Studies at Auburn University at Montgomery from 1986 to 1989, although the specific degree obtained during this period is not mentioned.

In terms of additional certifications, Kevin holds various credentials acquired at different times. Some notable certifications include Industrial Signal Standards from 360training, Excavation and Trenching for the Competent Person from eTraining, Inc, and OSHA 30 Hour Construction Industry Outreach from 360training, all obtained in 2021. Kevin has also pursued numerous certifications related to project management, such as Become a Content Marketer, Become a Project Scheduler, and Become an Agile Project Manager, all obtained in 2017 from LinkedIn. Overall, Kevin has consistently pursued educational opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in a variety of fields.

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Timeline

  • Director Of Operations

    November, 2021 - present

  • Program Manager

    August, 2020