Michael Turley
Executive and National Security Consultant
Summary
Michael Turley, residing in West Jordan, UT, has an esteemed career as a Senior Consultant and a former technology executive, underpinned by a distinguished tenure as a Brigadier General in the United States military, including roles in the USMC and USA. Starting his military journey in 1985 as an enlisted Marine, he demonstrated exceptional dedication and leadership, culminating in his rise to the rank of General Officer. Alongside his military duties, he pursued a successful civilian career, notably in the technology and healthcare sectors, where he held positions ranging from project manager to senior executive.
Following his military service, Turley has excelled as a Senior Government Consultant, leveraging his top-secret clearance to oversee numerous consulting and training operations across Africa. In the private sector, he co-founded SmartTalk Inc., a healthcare communications company, which, under his leadership, achieved a 90% profit margin. His strategic initiatives significantly reduced costs and minimized errors, enhancing the operational efficiency of healthcare providers across the United States in both ambulatory and traditional hospital settings. He concluded his impactful 12-year tenure at SmartTalk Inc. as its President, guiding the company to a profitable sale.
Additionally, his tenure at McKesson Corp. as a Regional Representative and Account Manager was marked by significant achievements. He was instrumental in launching a new electronic medical record product across the western US, successfully navigating the challenges of a saturated market to increase McKesson's market share.
Turley's academic credentials are impressive. He has a bachelor's degree in business from Chapman University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. His education was further enriched through advanced programs at prestigious institutions, including the Senior Service College at the Department of Defense, Stanford University as a National Security Affairs Fellow, and the Harvard Kennedy School.
His military career was characterized by significant command roles, where he managed large teams and substantial budgets, overseeing strategic operations in peacetime and combat situations. As Chief of the Joint Resources and Readiness Division at NORAD and United States Northern Command, he was responsible for a $50 million training budget and aligned training programs with organizational goals.
Michael Turley's final military role as Commanding General of the Utah National Guard saw him navigating the challenges of natural disasters, civil disturbances, and a global pandemic with exemplary leadership and strategic insight. Currently, as a Senior Government Consultant with CJT Consultants LLC, he continues to influence global security and peace through his work in international peacekeeping and security operations. His legacy of leadership and service continues to impact both national and international security landscapes.
Experience
Senior Government Consultant
CJT Consultants LLC
Executive Mentorship, Training & Instruction, Training Development, Curriculum Development, Training Evaluation, Lessons Learned and Incorporation.
Chief of Joint Resources and Readiness Division
NORAD & United States Northern Command
Translated the Commander’s organizational objectives into actionable training that could be measured and improved.
- Programmed and executed $50m training budget in a dynamic international coalition of N. American countries.
- Coordinated NORAD and USNORTHCOM’s training exercises with the DoD Joint Staff and other worldwide geographic commands:
- o Vigilant Shield - Ground-Based Missile Defense scenarios and simulations. Indications, warnings, and threats (IWT) simulations, C2.
- o ARDENT SENTRY - Consequence management scenario and simulations. C2.
- Translated the Commander’s organizational objectives into actionable training that could be measured and improved. Programmed and executed $50m training budget in a dynamic international coalition of N. American countries. Coordinated NORAD and USNORTHCOM’s training exercises with the DoD Joint Staff and other worldwide geographic commands: o Vigilant Shield - Ground-Based Missile Defense scenarios and simulations. Indications, warnings, and threats (IWT) simulations, C2. o ARDENT SENTRY - Consequence management scenario and simulations. C2.
Regional Representative and Account Manager
McKesson Corp.
Managed accounts and leveraged cost-savings initiatives to achieve a 90% profit margin.
President
SmartTalk Inc.
Leadership co-principal for a healthcare communications company. Launched the business from concept through venture capital funding to sale of the business. Optimized coordination between sales, software development, customer service, and management/accounting to install over fifty “Elite” customers.
Education
Harvard Kennedy School
Homeland Security Executive Seminar
Stanford University
National Security Affairs Fellow
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Chapman University
Bachelor’s in Business
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