| Mark Karman
Delphos OH
mark.karman@us.army.mil U.S. Army
1999-Present
Special Projects Officer – Captain 2006-Present
6-32FA, Fort Sill, OK Responsibilities include special projects, such as coordination of
transportation, labor, and facilities inspection for the unit for the
move from its permanent buildings to a transitional facility until the
unit’s inactivation. Organization of Staff Ride to
Vicksburg, MS (to perform critical thinking, research, strategic
planning, and tactical analysis) by doing cost comparison of surrounding
accommodations, pricing of restaurants for dining, budget building, and
decision briefings. Work with relevant agencies to dispose of
classified material and ensure
its safeguarding.
Real Property Officer – Captain
2005-2006 JASG-C, Baghdad, Iraq
Reported to Major David Lewis (International Zone Property Director) and
assigned to the Joint Area Support Group, Installations Directorate,
International Zone Property Section and supervised the interpreter.
Responsibilities included collecting
contractual information concerning contractors, length of contract,
provisions regarding life support, and privileges. Compiled
property survey data concerning land usage by the Department of Defense,
Department of State, Department of Justice, and contractors.
Reported on various property initiatives and conducted regular briefings
and meetings. Served as an Army liaison to the Iraqi Government to
facilitate return of Coalition and Contractor occupied properties of the
former Ba’athist Party members. Assisted in the assignment of housing to
Iraqi Government to include but not limited to the Prime Minister, the
Secretary General, Vice President, Minister of Interior and Minister of
Defense. Served as an Army liaison to the Iraqi
Nationals to resolve issues involving property rental agreements with
contractors.
Battalion Logistics and Maintenance Officer
2004-2005
6-32FA, Fort Sill, OK
Reported to Major James Davel (Battalion Executive Officer), 6th
Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery deployed to Taji, Iraq, in support of
Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Responsible for an operating budget of over $1.45 million, 8 staff and
assets valued at over $196 million. Asset management responsibilities
for fleet of 250 vehicles and support and mission essential equipment
valued at $123 million.
Responsible for procurement of equipment such as tools, clothing,
weapons repair and modification kits, communications equipment,
computers and necessary support IT equipment in support of the
Transportation Company.
Battalion Liaison Officer
2003–2004
6-32FA, Fort Sill, OK
Reported to Major Charles Kirby (Battalion Operations Officer) and
assigned to 6th
Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery. Assisted in planning and
coordinated training for Battalion tactical field exercises for 350+
military personnel.
Company Executive Officer
2001–2002
2nd ID, Cp Red Cloud, Republic of Korea
Reported to Captain Jonathan Howell and assigned to the Headquarters
Company for the 2nd Infantry Division, consisting of five sections and
two platoons, total of 400 military personnel. Second in command
responsible for unit operations, maintenance
and supply operations for 120 vehicles and other equipment valued at
over $99 million. Implemented a common database to improve record
keeping and information flow related to personnel training and personnel
data.
Supported the Commander in the delivery of mandatory training;
instructed Level One
Hand-to-Hand Combat training for the Garrison Headquarters and
Headquarters Company
consisting of over 50 personnel.
Battery Executive Officer
2001-2002
6-37FA, Cp Stanley, Republic of Korea
Reported to Captain Alfloyd Williams, Battery Commander, and assigned to
Headquarters, Battery C, 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery, which
included 30 military personnel.
Supervised the Operations Center and 15 military personnel responsible
for planning and coordinating all movement and positioning of troops and
processing intelligence information.
Responsible for safety and risk assessments associated with gunnery
operation covering 93 military personnel. Represented the
Battalion at Division, Corps, and Theater for major training exercises.
Fire Support Officer 1999-2001
2nd ACR, Fort Polk, LA
Reported to Captain Dwight Fraser, the Squadron Fire Support Officer of
the 1st Squadron, 2d Armored Calvary Regiment. Supervised three
military personnel and responsible for the planning of maneuver
elements, fire support coordination, and
operational support for 120 military personnel.
Worked with, trained, and supported four maneuver Troop’s mortar
sections of 20 personnel and was rated as the best mortar section in the
Regiment, fielded the best fire support team in the Squadron and second
over all in the Regiment.
Equity Line Mortgage, Columbus, OH
1997-1999
Loan Information Facilitator
Working independently, responsible to collect data to facilitate cold
calls for the Loan Origination Officers. The company experienced a
20% increase in business in the first six months of employment and 18%
over the course of 19 months.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science -- The Ohio State University, 1999
Other Training
Field Artillery Basic Officers Course, Fort Sill, OK 1999-2000
Infantry Captains Career Course, Fort Benning, GA 2002-2003
Combined Arms Services Staff School, Fort Leavenworth, KS 2003
Other
Airborne Qualified
Member of the USA Ju-Jutsu Team from 1997-1999
Member of the US Army Reserves, Wright-Patterson AFB |
Chanda (Hoehn) Riley Delphos OH
ohwahine@gmail.com 1995-
Graduated with a Certificate in Surgical Technology from Lutheran
College of Health Professions, now University of St. Francis, Ft. Wayne,
Indiana.
1995-Present Employed at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima Ohio in
the Operating Room. I assist surgeons and pass instruments for all
surgical specialties but open hearts. Most of my time is spent in
orthopedic cases, which are always challenging, interesting, and
rewarding.
My daughter and I, Abra Elizabeth (8-15-02)currently reside in Delphos.
She will be starting Kindergarten classes this fall at St. Johns.
I'm an active member of the Fins of the Flatland Parrothead Club and
currently hold a position on the Board of Directors. We are a
non-profit group who helps other non-profit groups in the community and
aid in environmental concerns. We participate in the Ohio
Adopt-a-Highway, Relay for Life , Cell Phones for Soldiers, and many
other great causes. Look for our Adopt-a-Highway sign on US 30
where 66 crosses over, we pick up a mile before and after on either
side! We also hold social events for those interested in the music
and tropical lifestyle of Mr. Jimmy Buffett and we party with a purpose!
Fins UP!!!!
I'm also an Independent Associate for the Watkins company. We
carry lots of great products, many which have been around since the
company started in 1868. The company is most well known for its
Cinnamon, Vanilla, Pepper and Salves. Check it out at
www.watkinsonline.com!!! Associate #367335
I love to read and listen to music in my spare time and have recently
started
scrapbooking for Abra. I have a "slight" obsession with any and
all things (or
places) tropical. Discovering the Parrotheads has only fueled that
fire, I'm
afraid. But, the Aloha spirit is alive and well in Delphos.
Anyone who has any information about themselves or other classmates can
contact me, as I am the person with the stash and the cash for the
reunions. This site is a great tool. Please add your
information and encourage others to do so also!!! Suggestions and "help"
are always welcome too so give me a shout, I'd love to hear from you!!
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