Col Christopher Dowling, USMC (ret)

Proven executive leader in high profile, fast-paced, complex and demanding positions with over 25 years in the military and in the educational/business world. A track record grounded in sound decision making, strategic vision and problem solving. Conducted strategic planning for three, five, and eight-year intervals at the U.S. Marine Corps and current position as President of Marine Military Academy. Demonstrated skill set in leading and managing people and organizations, balancing short-term priorities against long-term goals and achieving objectives. Accomplished turnaround agent, team player, experienced manager, proven communicator with exceptional organizational and people strengths – a transformational leader. Multi-faceted background of domestic and international experience managing programs in cross functional organizations, including preparation of operational and long term financial plans, with regularly reporting of results to the Board of Directors for the Marine Military Academy and similarly positioned authorities of the U.S. Marine Corps.