Marion Reynoso
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To: CityClerk; Karina L. Lafarga; Amanda Angulo; Marion Reynoso Subject: City of Chula Vista - Veterans Advisory Commission Application WARNING - This email originated from outside the City of Chula Vista. Do not click any links and do not open attachments unless you can confirm the sender.
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Form Name: Veterans Advisory Commission Application
Date & Time: 12/05/2023 5:13 PM
Response #: 49
Submitter ID: 113670
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Time to complete: 9 min., 35 sec.
Survey Details
Application for membership on the Veterans Advisory Commission
1. Prefix
(o) Mr.
2. Preferred Pronoun
(0) He/Him/His
3. First and Last Name
Anthony
4. E-mail
5. Home Address
6. City
Chula Vista
7. ZIP code
8. Primary Phone
9. Secondary Phone
10. How long have you been a resident of the City?
24 years
11. Please use the updated docs as any changes made will only be reflected on the documents prepared after the updates/changes were saved.
(0) Yes
12. Please click here to view the interactive map and verify your District of residency I am a resident of the following City Council district. (0) 2
13. Present employer
Us for Warriors Foundation (& Aretanium Executive Group, Inc.)
14. Occupation
CEO (& COO/Owner for AEG)
15. Have you ever been employed by the City of Chula Vista? (0) No
16. If you have worked for the City of Chula Vista please provide the department and dates of employment.
Not answered
17. Are you currently serving on a Chula Vista Board/Commission? (0) No
18. Which one(s)?
Not answered
19. Have you previously served on a Chula Vista Board/Commission? (0) Yes
20. Which ones?
Veterans Advisory Commission (2 terms)
21. Per Chula Vista Municipal Code Section 2.25.030, I understand:
2 -If I am currently serving on a board or commission, I must resign from my current board or commission if 1 am appointed.
-I must have served at least 12 months on my current board or commission in order to be appointed to another board or commission.
(o) I have read and acknowledged the above statement.
22. Are you or have you been involved in any local, civic or community groups? (o) Yes
23. Which ones?
Us4Warriors, American Legion, VFW, FRA, Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation, San Diego Veterans Coalition
24. What are your principal areas of interest in our City government, and what experience or special knowledge can you bring to those areas?
As a Public Administration Graduate working on my Doctorate, I've always been interested in the workings of government to help support the citizens. I've been involved with the City of Chula Vista, County of San Diego (Veterans Advisor for District 1 previously) and other municipal endeavors. My principal area of interest is support of the City's Veterans but understand the connective nature of the various elements of city government. I've worked with Dept of Veterans Affairs, Dept of Defense (Naval Special Warfare) and served for 20 years active-duty Navy previously. Have worked with members of Congress regarding particular issues (military and veteran hunger, etc.) and have been a veteran's advocate for many years as well as supporting Chula Vista efforts across the tenure of several mayors and city councils. I sit on the board of the Chula Vista Veterans Home Support Foundation (Vice Pres, 12 yrs) and have engaged with CalVet as well. I wish to re-engage and help support again through this commission in efforts as desired by the mayor and city council. My resume is attached.
25. What would you hope to accomplish in the role of a Veterans Advisory Commissioner? (250 words or less) I've been part of the recent developing Military Re-integration pilot program specifically supporting the city and helping become a welcoming city for our transitioning military under this project that the mayor has expressed interest in supporting. Regarding the commission, the overall goal is to help others achieve and support a team that can help our community. Formerly, I helped create the content of the Veterans portion of the City's website and various connective processes that stem from it which appear to still be in place. The Veteran of the Year application I created, and selection infrastructure and other elements still appear to be part of the mix, but I would really like to engage with a team to help advance this tradition to bring it to a modest but proud event that promotes service and helps uplift our community. I am a member of most of the veteran service organizations in the city and have served at leadership positions. When I served on teh commission previously, I bridged the gap among the organizations and helped assemble frequent opportunities for each org leader to engage and support community endeavors. These are but a few of the initiatives that I wish to help by working with a team to support our city's rich veteran heritage and current home of many active-duty service members and their families. I am happy for the opportunity to serve.
26. You may upload a resume in addition to your application (optional).
Tony Stewart Resume 2023.pdf
27. The City understands meeting schedules and individual's availability may change. We ask that you consider the meeting schedule when submitting an application.
(0) I have reviewed the Veterans Advisory Commission regular meeting date, time and frequency.
28. (0) 1 am familiar with the responsibilities of the Veterans Advisory Commission. I attest that the information I have provided is accurate and true.
29. 3
(o) 1 understand that this application and any documents submitted in connection with the application process are public records and may be publicly disclosed.
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City of Chula Vista
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OFFICIAL RESUME
ANTHONY "TONY" STEWART
Chief Executive Officer
An award-winning, passionate servant leader with over 38+ years of proven experience, first class communications skills, and a long track record of successful management. Diverse academic and work history that has provided exceptional strategic steering, enhanced decision-making abilities and resourceful stewardship to thrive in complex situations and build productive teams and ecosystems that exceed goals.
EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Northcentral University • Us for Warriors Foundation (Us4Warriors) Enrolled in Doctorate Public Administration 2013 - Present (Chula Vista, CA) National University Chief Executive Officer - 2021 - Present • Spearheaded the transition from an all volunteer workforce to a staff infrastructure Masters in Public Administration, supporting efforts to meet demands that doubled during the recent pandemic.
Specializing in Organizational Leadership • Led programs and services to a milestone of assisting over 50,000 military, veterans Completed in 2020 and families during times of need, including an unprecedented pandemic. • Invited to give U.S. Congressional testimony and participate in Government Agency University of Maryland Global Campus Meetings on Veterans Hunger outlining current situation, status of services and federal recommendations.
Graduate Certification Human Resources • Increased Food4Warriors efforts by doubling monthly food distributions, increasing Management on-site pantry efforts & adding a monthly mobile pantry and homeless care boxes.
Completed in 2014 • Elevated Work4Warriors efforts by assembling virtual "Innovative Edge" services, including personality brand assessments, soft skills courses and gamified training Excelsior University • Established a Warrior Outreach Team, Warrior Media Group and 4Warriors Network Bachelor in Business Administration, supporting 24 social media outlets, broadcast media, and marketing efforts.
Management Studies & Communications
Completed in 2005 Chair/President/Co-founder - 2013 - 2021 • Award-winning principal (uncompensated) and main architect of programs and Coastline College services by designing and implementing a three tier "aim" system of programs to Associates in Business Administration help warriors live, prosper & reach a point of self-reliance to aspire for their dreams.
Completed in 2005 • Established food delivery partnership with U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs supporting nine County VA Clinics and outreach areas for veterans with medical conditions.
Additional Key Coursework • Recruited a Warrior Volunteer Force that grew to a database of over 5,000.
Across eleven academic institutions: • Created four key annual events as platforms to provide inspiring expressive and • Graduate Business Administration therapeutic projects assisting veterans. • Broadcasting & Media Studies • Led first event onboard USS Midway Museum hosting 45 National Best-Selling Journalism & News Reporting authors with activities and books for over 4,000 in attendance and thousands of • Public Relations autographed books subsequently given to veterans and military local and abroad. • Financial Management
Business Management Aretanium Executive Group, Inc. (dba RemotelyMe) | Chief • Psychology & counseling Operating Officer/Principal
2018 - Present (Chula Vista, CA)
CONTACT • Established B2B and B2C neuroscience-based products and Saas services under RemotelyMe brand, including personality assessments, communication playbooks, talent acquisition and performance platforms. • Content creation of neuroscience-based training for Fortune 500 companies, EOS businesses, cybersecurity firms, and non-profit workforce development projects. • 2023 Top 10 Pepperdine Univ. Most Fundable Companies, 2022 Starr Conspiracy Top 25 Inspiring WorkTech Vendor, 2021 SHRM Better Workplaces Champ Chula Vista, CA CoreVictus Solutions LLC | Principal Consultant/Freelancer 2021 - Present (Chula Vista, CA)
TOP ACHIEVEMENTS • Comprehensive suite of neuroscience based, business consulting projects designed to assist with responsive creative services, all encompassing media Top 50 Influential Veteran Business marketing and communications services, and business coaching • Provides direct consultation in 13 specific industries and areas of expertise.
Leader, SD Business Journal - 2022
• Naval Special Warfare Basic Training Command | Director of Admin Meritorious Civilian Service Medal 2008 - 2021 (San Diego, CA) U.S. Department of the Navy, 2021 • Award-winning Lead Executive for Navy SEAL leadership team with oversight of BUD/S, SEAL & SWCC Training pipelines consisting of 200+ staff and students Subject of Book, The 7 Secrets of Neuron • Served as principal for business operations, including overall performance by Leadership by William Craig Reed conducting 13 annual compliance assessments covering 120 areas of management controls across commands and detachment in separate locations.
Recognized CEO of San Diego • Became continuity for periods of high military leadership turnover leading five months of simultaneous gaps of Top 4 military leadership roles.
Veterans Non-Profit of the Year • Established command six months prior to military Executive Officer arrival, leading two organizations, 2015 & 2016 including programs, directives, procedures and onboarding staff. • Fulfilled unique positions: Security Manager (investigations, indoctrinations, Veteran of the Year (City of Chula clearance management, OPSEC/PERSEC/INFOSEC oversight), Human Resources Vista, County of San Diego, California Manager (supported establishment of HRO supporting 3 organizations) State Assembly District 80, 2012-2013
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE (CONT'D) BOARDS & ADVISORY
• Veteran Warriors Entertainment Group | Chief Operating Officer/Principal • County of San Diego 2016 - 2018 (San Diego, CA) Veterans Advisory Council representing • Created entertainment experiences supporting aspiring veteran comedians. District Board of Supervisors • Coordinated Combat2Comedy, a U.S. Dept. of Defense nationally approved Served 2017 - 2022 laughter therapy and course supporting recovering wounded warriors. • City of Chula Vista
20S. Decent of Veterans Affairs | Veterans Service Representativ Veterans Advisory Commission advising san DIeao, CA
• Claims Examiner for Veterans Benefits Administration serving three counties. Mayor & City Council on Veterans Affairs Served 2012 - 2018
• Veterans Advocate and Counselor regarding VA benefits & services. • Interpreted law and compliance procedures, well-versed medical principles and terminology and public relations support for Veteran Service Center. • Chula Vista Veterans Home • Coordinated Community homeless outreach events. Support Foundation Vice President supporting California Dept of
• U.S. Nav | Administrative Officer, Personnel Officer & Public Affairs Officer Veterans Affairs Veterans Home 987 - 2007 Chief Yeoman - Submarine Oualified Served 2012 - Present Several award-winning leadership positions beyond normal enlisted rank. California American Legion Press Assoc. • Groundbreaking projects earning 2 Commendations & 9 Achievement Medals President Served 2014-2015 • Extensive work supporting administration, human resources, legal, public relations, and several unique duties (healthcare, security & logistics team oversight) • Supervisory oversight for 3 substance abuse healthcare clinics with 90,000 sq ft, 30 staff, 100 workstations, and direct Quality Assurance of 1,000 clinical records. Created California American Legion Veterans HIPAA Compliance Policies and Operating Procedures to lead inspection for Joint Affairs and Rehabilitation Foundation Commission on Accreditation and Healthcare Org (JCAHO) accreditation. Director at Large Served 2014-2017 • Certified Substance Abuse Counselor 200 patients in 2 years, in-depth screenings, bio-psychosocial interviews, facilitated group treatment sessions, and led workshops. • KOLS FM 100.3/KXXX AM 790 | On-Air Talent/Producer
1985 - 1987 (Colby, KS) ORGANIZATIONS
• Radio show host and producer, including talent for a syndicated show
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE
• Onward Ops / ETS Sponsorship
Twenty-Second District, Inc. (California American Legion) | CDR (CEO) Sponsoring Member Served Since 2023 2014 - 2015 (San Diego County, CA)
• Award-winning, one-term, elected (uncompensated) leadership role representing the • National Society of Leadership largest California membership area with 10,000 San Diego County veteran members supporting 29 geographically separated posts/veteran centers. and Success I in article of The American Legion National magazine Member Served Since 2023 Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research
• Established a Small Business Task Force to help military-to-civilian transitioning veterans Member Served Since 2023 • Proving rongra nagere sumition Treatments or raunate brain guy fiel and National Coalition for Cancer
major depressive disorders, including Post-traumatic stress. • Brokered $18,000 in uniforms for U.S. Marine Corps wounded warrior athletes participating in Survivorship Cancer Policy & Advocacy Team Member
• Hosted Suicide Awareness & Prevention Seminars Served Since 2021 • KCBQ AM 1170 | On-Air Talent/Producer
2018 - 2019 (San Diego, CA) Society for Human Resource
• Radio show co-host, producer, marketing and social media oversight. Management (SHRM) • Created weekly military and veteran segments. Member / Veterans at Work Certified • WVAW AM 640 | General Mgr/On-Air Talent/Producer Served Since 2020 1995 - 1997 (Virginia Beach, VA), Benevolent Order of Elks • Oversight for station management (staffing, programing, & facilities) • • Radio show co-host, producer, marketing and social media oversight. Member Served Since 2017 • KTCC FM 92| On-Air Talent/Producer
1985-1987 (Colby, KS Fleet Reserve Association
• Radio show co-host, producer and marketing Life Member Served Since 2008 • Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) award-winner two times.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
CERTIFICATIONS
Life Member Served Since 2008
• Onward Ops/ETS Sponsorship Sponsorship Certification (from U.S. Dept of VA) - 2023 o The American Legion • Master Training Coach (including Digital Content Creation for Training), Huddle - 2022 • iGLCL Life Coach Practitioner, International Guild for Certified Life Coaches - 2022 Life Member | Leadership Roles Below Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Practitioner, Achology - 2021 Served Since 1998 Master Mindfulness Practitioner, Achology - 2020
iGNLP Practitioner, International Guild of NLP - 2020 •i Calif. District 22 (County CEO 2014-2015 NLP Practitioner, The American Board of Neuro-linguistics Programming (ABNLP) - 2019 •Chula Vista Post Commander 2010-2014 Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) Coach, Transformation Academy - 2019 Consulting Media Liaison (2017-2019) Manager's Internal Controls Program (Executive Oversight), Dept of U.S. Navy - 2011 •Nati Legislative Congressional Rep (2015-2017, Operational Risk Management (Executive Leaders), Dept of U.S. Navy - 2011 • National Media/Comms Council (2014-2017) Security Manager & Associated Program Management Courses, Dept of U.S Navy - 2010 • HRCI/PHR Preparation Certification (14 components), HRCI/Skillsoft - 2006 • Manage Mentor/Leadership Transitions, Harvard School of Business - 2005 U.S. Submarine Veterans, Inc. • Operational Risk Management (ORM) Executive & Integration, Dept of Navy - 2004 Member Served 2013 - 2017 • Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counselor, Dept of U.S. Navy - 2001