Grant Brawn

Skills

Leadership & Management

Senior Enlisted Leader experience (USMC Master Sergeant, 23+ years)

Regional / national program leadership in recruiting and operations

Servant-leadership style, focused on team development and morale

Training, mentoring, and coaching (certified in coaching & counseling)

Building and leading high-performing sales/recruiting teams

Strategic workforce planning & retention program development

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development

Full-cycle recruiting expertise (civilian and military)

Workforce pipeline development and retention strategies

Candidate sourcing, assessment, and placement

Building and scaling recruiting programs across multiple regions

Partnering with senior leaders on staffing strategy and workforce needs

National recognition for innovative recruiting solutions

Operations & Program Management

Recruiting Operations Chief / Regional Operations Manager equivalent experience

Process improvement, Lean/Six Sigma mindset

Data-driven decision making for performance analysis and training plans

Program development and expansion across multiple locations

Budget and resource allocation management

Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

Sales & Business Development

Phone sales team management and training

Performance tracking and data analysis to improve sales outcomes

Customer relationship management and client satisfaction focus

Retention and upselling strategies

Award-winning performance in mission-critical sales environments

Communication & Outreach

Public speaking and formal presentations to diverse audiences

Outreach and partnership building (federal, corporate, community)

Relationship management with executives, clients, and stakeholders

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Writing professional correspondence, reports, and training materials

Technical & Administrative

Information systems coordinator background (USMC Comm/IT)

Supply chain and logistics management experience

Knowledge management and program analyst skills

Proficiency with reporting, data tracking, and knowledge-base systems

Administrative leadership (personnel, records, fiscal responsibilities)

About

Proven senior leader with 23 years of experience in the U.S. Marine Corps, nationally recognized for driving recruiting success, workforce development, and operational excellence at every level. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, designing innovative talent acquisition strategies, and creating programs that improve retention and long-term success. A servant leader who thrives on mentoring, coaching, and empowering people to exceed expectations. Data-driven and results-oriented, with a track record of completing critical missions ahead of schedule, streamlining processes, and improving organizational performance. Experienced in operations, sales management, supply chain, and information systems, with the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions. Decorated with the Meritorious Service Medal, five Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals, and five Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals. Now transitioning to the private sector, bringing a blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, and people-first leadership to help organizations grow, innovate, and succeed.