Research and Development Consultant at SpecDev Corp
Greater New York City Area
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- Research and Development Consultant at SpecDev Corp
- Past
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- Management at American Red Cross
- Senior Supervisor at American Red Cross Greater New York
- DIrector at HSERA, Inc.
- Intelligence at U.S. Navy
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Donnell Nichols’s Summary
A highly organized, take charge professional with more than ten years of emergency disaster services management, emergency operations response protocol development and governmental liaison experience. Strong problem solving and decision making skills with the ability to develop and implement effective action plans. Demonstrated experience in collecting, recording, analyzing, and dissemination of political and technical intelligence information and commitment to detail while doing the job right the first time. Extensive resources in the non-profit sector with a background in disaster management and program development. Excellent communication, presentation skills and a team player.
Donnell Nichols’s Specialties:
Governement liaison, Emergency Management, Humanitarian Rights, Linux Software Development, Disaster Response, Communications Specialist, Radio Expert.
Donnell Nichols’s Experience
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Research and Development Consultant
SpecDev Corp
(Defense & Space industry)
April 2008 — Present (1 year 8 months)
Responsible for research and development of field deployable software on various platforms that will allow for rapid collection and distribution of secure data via a single interoperability system
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Management
American Red Cross
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
August 2007 — December 2007 (5 months)
In accordance with corporate guidance, and in collaboration with other regional functions, establish targets, strategies and tactics for defining and achieving balanced scorecard performance measures for Westchester County Red Cross. Execute disaster response and service delivery strategies for the Westchester County Red Cross, and ensure integration with all applicable national American Red Cross response plans [e.g. Hurricane Response Plan, Weapons of Mass Destruction Plan, Aviation Disaster, etc]. Oversee the development of individualized chapter plans. Ensure each plan contain specific actionable tasks that are measurable, achievable and designed to assist and support reaching and attaining quality service delivery goals and customer service excellence goals. Establish and manage an Area-wide system for disaster threats, warnings and incident notification. Develop response protocols that will enhance the chapter’s service delivery and response time to disasters.
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Senior Supervisor
American Red Cross Greater New York
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
October 2006 — August 2007 (11 months)
Responsible for scheduled shift supervision, evaluating and certifying personnel for response within the Greater New York territory, maintaining and updating schedule request for response. Developing and updating the response manual and Standard Operating Procedures as a part of the response supervisor's team.
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DIrector
HSERA, Inc.
(Defense & Space industry)
January 2002 — August 2006 (4 years 8 months)
Developed and implemented Homeland Security Strategies across the country, coordinated training between the Federal Emergency Management Agency and community organizations, developed and implemented Community Disaster Response Teams within HUD Programs, grant writing and proposal development.
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Intelligence
U.S. Navy
(Government Agency; 10,001 or more employees; USN; Military industry)
January 1996 — January 2000 (4 years 1 month)
Analyzed intelligence reports, interpreted counter drug intelligence, developed threat matrix on terrorist activities worldwide, interpreted national estimates and geo-political data. Provided support to the amphibious and carrier battle group center, provided intelligence preparation of the battle space, collection of resources, and management of intelligence architecture, targeting, and contingency planning. Provided daily briefings to the battle group commander and other battle group operational officers and pilots.
Additional Information
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Donnell Nichols’s Interests:
Fedora Linux Development, Android Software Development, New Technology, Disaster Preparedness and Response.
Donnell Nichols’s Groups:
Fedora Linux Project Ambassador, InfraGard, Integrity For America, International Association For Counter Terrorism & Security Professionals, Unicef, United Nations Association - United States (UNA-USA)
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NYC Emergency Management Social Networking Group (NYCEMSNG)
Donnell Nichols’s Honors:
Navy And Marine Corp Achievment Medal, Admirals Commendation for PFIWC Program (Persons Formerly Indicted For War Crimes). Mayors Commendation Letter, Commissioners Commendation Letter
Donnell Nichols’s Contact Settings
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