DUNCAN BRENNAN

1304 Brandl Drive SW, Marietta, GA 30008

(270)874-7400
duncan.p.brennan@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Communications Specialist and Military Veteran with an inactive Secret Clearance and 12+ years of proven
experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams in a dynamic,
fast-paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Operations Management, Team
Leadership, and Strategic Planning derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Iraq and
Afghanistan. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect government assets, property, and equipment
valued at $1M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in
Information Distribution and Journalistic Writing. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding
performance and professionalism. Career supported by technical certificates and the successful completion
of various military and professional development courses.

Public Affairs Interagency Coordination Resource Allocation

Quality Assurance Training and Development Policy Implementation
Supply Operations Communication Process Improvement

ROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
United States Army 2004 – 2017
Communications Specialist – Ft. Campbell, KY (2011 – 2017)
 Advised leadership of a 2,000+ member organization regarding public messaging; delivered
information regarding specialized training and operational events to local and national attention
 Developed and implemented media engagement training for personnel and senior management
resulting in
 an increased proficiency in handling media requests
 Created and disseminated articles, photographs, and videos via social and traditional media outlets at
the local, Army, and national level
 Managed relationships with external media entities within the chain of command and independently
with local news agencies

Supply Room Manager – Ft. Polk, LA (2009 – 2011)

 Maintained positive control of a military storage facility containing sensitive items, equipment, and
weapons valued at $1M
 Achieved 100% accountability and zero deficiencies for weapons and government items on an
installation-level inspection
 Streamlined personnel records and document flow for an organization of 50 personnel with zero
misplaced documents for a 2-year period
 Contributed to long-term management strategies and the implementation of time management
processes

Office Manager – Afghanistan (2008 – 2009)

 Managed personnel records and document flow for an organization of 100 personnel
 Organized legal and personnel documents with 100% accountability and increasing time available for
additional administrative training by 40%
 Introduced new methods of tracking individual training requirements by eliminating lost documents
resulting in zero missed promotions
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Equipment Manager – Afghanistan (2006 – 2009)
 Supervised 6 personnel and managed a local artillery and small arms ammunition supply valued at
$3M+ Maintained continuity of evaluations systems for an organization of 100 personnel dispersed
throughout an area the size of Georgia
 Redirected entire ammunition supply over 200 miles in 5 shipments resulting in continued mission
success

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
 Small Team Leadership, United States – 2010
 Journalist Course, United States Army – 2011
 Public Affairs Course, United States Army – 2011
 Emergency Medical Response Course, United States Army – 2009

CERTIFICATIONS
 Operations Security Level II – 2014

NOTABLE AWARDS
 Army Commendation Medal (4 Awards) • Army Achievement Medal (3 Awards)
 Army Good Conduct Medal (4 Awards) • National Defense Service Medal
 Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon • Overseas Service Ribbon

TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Software: Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro, Capture One
 Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows