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Edwin R.

Director, Business Development and Client Outreach at Ridgeline International

Edwin R. has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries and organizations. Edwin recently worked at Ridgeline International, Inc. as the Director of Business Development and Client Outreach, where they played a pivotal role in expanding the company's client base and ensuring successful business growth. Prior to that, Edwin served as the Chief of Operations for the Training and Advisory Services Department at Ridgeline International, Inc. Edwin demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and oversaw various operational aspects of the department.

Before joining Ridgeline International, Inc., Edwin worked as a Senior Operations Officer at the Central Intelligence Agency, where they contributed to intelligence operations and conducted strategic analysis. Edwin has also served as a Foreign Service Officer at the U.S. Department of State for over a decade, where they handled diplomatic assignments and facilitated international relations. Edwin's career began in the United States Marine Corps, where they held the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (Ret) and served for two decades. During their tenure, Edwin showcased strong leadership abilities and made significant contributions to the organization.

Additionally, Edwin briefly worked at Northrop Grumman as an IT Strategic Planner, where they played a crucial role in developing and implementing strategic plans for the company's IT department. Overall, Edwin's work experience reflects their diverse skill set, leadership qualities, and ability to thrive in various challenging roles.

Edwin R. has an impressive education history. Edwin obtained an Advanced Business Strategy degree from Harvard University and a CORE Certificate, indicating their proficiency in a variety of core subjects. At the Naval Postgraduate School, they pursued a M.A. in International Security and Civil-Military Relations with a focus on Terrorism and Counterterrorism Operations, as well as a M.A. in National Security Affairs with an emphasis on Near and Middle Eastern Studies. Prior to that, Edwin obtained a M.S. in Management from the University of Maryland Global Campus, specializing in Management Information Systems. Their undergraduate degree, a B.S. in Engineering, was earned from Virginia Tech, where they majored in Engineering Science and Mechanics.

In addition to their educational achievements, Edwin holds the certification of Top Secret SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph from the US Federal Government.

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  • Director, Business Development and Client Outreach

    July, 2022 - present

  • Chief of Operations, Training and Advisory Services Department

    June, 2021