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Michael Turley

Executive and National Security Consultant
Michael Turley, a resident of West Jordan, UT, has a distinguished career as a Senior Consultant and former technology executive, having also served as a Brigadier General in the United States military, covering roles in both the USMC and USA. His military career began in 1985 when he enlisted as a Marine, marking the start of his ascent through the ranks to eventually become a General Officer. Concurrently, he developed a successful civilian career, particularly in technology and healthcare, where he served in various capacities, including project management and senior executive. Upon concluding his military service, he transitioned to a role as a Senior Government Consultant, applying his top-secret clearance across numerous consulting and training engagements throughout Africa. In the business sector, he co-founded SmartTalk Inc., a healthcare communications company, where under his leadership, the company achieved a 90% profit margin. His efforts greatly improved operational efficiencies and communication practices for healthcare providers across the US, both in ambulatory and hospital settings. After guiding the company through significant growth phases, he ended his tenure as President following a profitable sale. Additionally, Turley was instrumental at McKesson Corp. for four years. As a Regional Representative and Account Manager, he successfully launched a new electronic medical record product. This product was introduced across the western United States, effectively breaking into a market that had been minimally penetrated by McKesson previously. His educational background is robust, with a bachelor's degree in business from Chapman University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He also attended several prestigious institutions for further education, including Stanford University as a National Security Affairs Fellow, and participated in advanced programs at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Joint Force Staff College, among others. Throughout his military career, Turley held numerous significant command positions, where he was responsible for strategic planning, operations, and training in peace and combat scenarios. His last military assignments included serving as Chief of the Joint Resources and Readiness Division at NORAD and United States Northern Command, managing a $50 million training budget, and aligning strategic training initiatives with organizational objectives. Michael Turley's final role as Commanding General of the Utah National Guard involved overseeing operations during natural disasters, civil unrest, and the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing his leadership under pressure. Today, he continues to contribute to global peace initiatives as a Senior Government Consultant with CJT Consultants LLC, where he mentors military personnel for United Nations peacekeeping missions and influences international security strategies. His continued dedication to service highlights his significant impact on both national and international security efforts.
CJT Consultants LLC
Harvard Kennedy School
West Jordan, Salt Lake, State of Utah, United States
United States

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Senior Government Consultant

Nov 2023 - Present
Executive Mentorship, Training & Instruction, Training Development, Curriculum Development, Training Evaluation, Lessons Learned and Incorporation.

Chief of Joint Resources and Readiness Division

Aug 2017 - Aug 2019
2 yrs 1 mo
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

Nov 2005 - Nov 2009
4 yrs 1 mo
Managed accounts and leveraged cost-savings initiatives to achieve a 90% profit margin.

President

Jul 1995 - Aug 2005
10 yrs 2 mos
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

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Homeland Security Executive Seminar
2022 - 2022
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National Security Affairs Fellow
2016 - 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
2011 - 2012
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Bachelor’s in Business
1992 - 1995