Will Woldenberg

Senior Military & Business Leader | Transformation & Strategic Communications Executive
Philadelphia, US.

About

Highly accomplished executive and decorated military officer with extensive experience in strategic leadership, large-scale transformation, and complex program management across defense, consulting, energy, and non-profit sectors. Drives organizational change, optimizes operations, and enhances communications, leveraging a unique blend of military discipline, business acumen, and entrepreneurial drive to deliver measurable results and foster high-performing teams. Proven ability to lead diverse, global initiatives and advise senior leadership on critical strategic and operational challenges.

Work

U.S. Army (Active Duty)
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Major, Senior Speechwriter to the Commander, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM)

Scott AFB, IL, US

Summary

Currently serves as Senior Speechwriter to the USTRANSCOM Commander, responsible for crafting strategic communications that accurately convey the 4-Star General Officer's vision to a global audience of government, military, and industry leaders.

Highlights

Researched, planned, and developed original written and verbal content, including speeches, talking points, and engagements, to streamline strategic communications for a 4-Star General Officer and Combatant Commander.

Ensured the Commander's vision was accurately and succinctly communicated to diverse global audiences, including U.S. government officials, senior Department of Defense leaders, academia, media, service academies, commercial-industry leaders, Allies, and partners.

Managed high-stakes engagements, translating complex strategic objectives into clear, impactful messages for critical stakeholders.

Entegrit
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Founder & President

Remote, US

Summary

Founded and led Entegrit, a consulting firm delivering high-quality transformation, implementation, and communications leadership to diverse clients across nonprofit, energy, utility, biopharma, and consumer product sectors.

Highlights

Directed transformation, implementation, and human capital consulting for a global assessment & learning nonprofit organization.

Managed Agile project as Scrum Master on a TIBCO upgrade for a global assessment nonprofit, ensuring successful system modernization.

Provided strategy consulting to a Fortune 500 client regarding natural gas and renewables, informing key business decisions.

Led organizational development and Human Capital consulting for a global professional association, optimizing internal structures and talent management.

Drove fundraising transformation for a global nonprofit, resulting in double-digit increases in both donors and dollars.

Conducted change management consulting with a global biopharma organization, resulting in measured improvements in company culture and demonstrated behaviors.

Developed, designed, and monitored roadmaps for a global biopharma organization, ensuring strategic alignment and execution.

Provided consulting and implementation expertise for a multinational conglomerate on the California Energy Data and Reporting System (CEDARS) Cost Effectiveness Tool (CET).

Audited an agile project management team at a global IT firm, identifying areas for efficiency and improvement.

U.S. Army (Active-Duty)
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Major, Deputy Division Chief, Mobility Requirements (TCJ38), USTRANSCOM

Scott AFB, IL, US

Summary

As Deputy to the Chief, managed a 22-person team of officers, enlisted personnel, and civilians, overseeing global air-refueling, surface operations, future operations planning, and operational analytics for USTRANSCOM.

Highlights

Led the command's response and planning to the 2024-2025 International Longshoreman Association port strike, ensuring surface delivery of multiple millions of square feet of defense and humanitarian cargo.

Served as the analytics lead for the withdrawal of over $75 million of equipment from Niger and during CENTCOM support in 2023, and in Taiwan support response planning, optimizing resource allocation.

Directed the restructuring of the Operations Directorate, reducing internal divisions and increasing knowledge-share among over 400 servicemembers and civilians, leading to direct functional alignment.

Cleared for Top Secret information and granted access to Sensitive Compartmented Information based on a Single Scope Background Investigation in 2024, demonstrating high-level security clearance.

U.S. Army (Active-Duty)
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Major, Branch Chief, Operational Analytics & Assessments, USTRANSCOM

Scott AFB, IL, US

Summary

Responsible for analyzing and recommending aircraft allocations to a combatant commander, optimizing global air mobility and logistics operations.

Highlights

Analyzed and recommended aircraft allocations, resulting in approximately $29 million in avoided costs while supporting global requirements for allies and partners in Israel, Ukraine, Japan, and Australia.

Provided senior advisory to general officers on strategic allocation and deployment of C-17 and C-5 aircraft, supported by analytical modeling and DoD systems.

Forecasted upcoming logistics movements 24 months out for all military movements across combatant commands and modes (airlift, sealift, rail), ensuring reliable capacity and expected delivery.

U.S. Army Reserve (Traditional Reservist)
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Major, Adjunct Faculty, University of Virginia Army R.O.T.C

Charlottesville, VA, US

Summary

Served as Adjunct Faculty for the University of Virginia Army R.O.T.C., instructing four cohorts of undergraduate students on diverse military topics.

Highlights

Taught 4 cohorts of undergraduate students (Freshmen to Seniors) on military topics including Public Affairs, Components, Joint Operations, Services, and Branches.

Previously served as Director (Headquarters Company Commander) for 225 Soldiers of the 78th Training Division (2019-2021), demonstrating leadership and command capabilities.

Acted as Senior Communications Leader and Consultant to multiple General Officers (2017-2019), providing strategic communications guidance.

Deployed to Iraq in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn as Company Executive Officer and Future Operations Officer (2009-2011), gaining critical combat zone experience.

Served as a Brigade Communications Lead (2013-2016) and Platoon Leader and Battalion Communications Officer (2008-2009), demonstrating progressive leadership in communications and operations.

GREENCASTLE CONSULTING
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VP, Client Engagement Services

Philadelphia, PA, US

Summary

Served as VP, Client Engagement Services, overseeing all utility initiatives, generating over $4.5 million in revenue, and leading critical workforce expansion for a major client.

Highlights

Generated over $4.5 million in revenue by directly supervising all utility initiatives and providing comprehensive client and administrative support to key accounts including Comcast, Exelon, and ChristianaCare.

Spearheaded hiring efforts for over 70% of the firm's workforce to support a critical Comcast initiative, significantly expanding operational capacity.

Led the Exelon Natural Gas Implementation Program, developing business strategy and plan for PECO's NGTI program, managing nearly 500 requirements, and overseeing software development for 75 users.

Implemented a corporate initiative to decrease customer gas infrastructure costs by over 60% through net present value calculation, enhancing financial efficiency.

Designed and launched PECO's 'Natural Gas for Your Neighborhood' pilot, securing over $10 million in new construction opportunities with hundreds of potential customers by March 2016.

Directed 25+ employees, contractors, and vendors as Project Manager for Exelon, PECO Smart Time Pricing, implementing electric time-based pricing for ~5,000 customers.

Led the project team for Exelon's Home Area Network (HAN) IoT initiative, demonstrating real-time energy usage via in-home displays and programmable communicating thermostats.

Led the Program Communications and Change Management for PECO Smart Future Greater Philadelphia, an $800 million utility program, developing integrated messaging for ~3,000 personnel and reducing long-term costs.

Consulted on business design, requirements, and change management for the PECO Smart Grid Smart Meter Program, implementing a ~$5 million Oracle (Opower) customer engagement tool.

Freelance
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Key Production Assistant & Actor

New Orleans, LA, US

Summary

Led multiple production teams as Key Production Assistant and served as cast/crew on various film and television projects, including major network productions.

Highlights

Led production teams for notable projects including *Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern*, *National Lampoon's Another Dirty Movie*, and a pilot for *The History Channel*.

Contributed as cast or crew member to *21 Jump Street*, *No Reservations*, *Treme*, and *Freelancers*, gaining broad industry experience.

Alliance for Health Policy
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Staff Assistant

Washington, DC, US

Summary

Supported a national nonprofit in advancing the Affordable Care Act, managing logistics for 20 briefings, and initiating the organization's social media presence.

Highlights

Managed logistics for 20 different briefings at high-profile locations including the Rayburn House Building, Russell Senate Building, and the US Capitol.

Introduced social media channels and launched the organization's Twitter account, enhancing public engagement.

Capital District Sports
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Director, New Business

Albany, NY, US

Summary

Directed new business initiatives at Capital District Sports, tripling departmental sales revenue and introducing innovative sales platforms for professional sports teams.

Highlights

Tripled sales revenue within the department for the Albany River Rats and Albany Conquest, significantly exceeding financial targets.

Introduced new sales platforms, including a Season Ticket VIP Program, to expand revenue streams.

Led the production of in-game films and public service announcements, and performed in-arena announcing for both football and hockey events.

Volunteer

Zeta Psi Educational Foundation
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President & Board Chair

Pearl River, NY, United States of America

Summary

Leads the Zeta Psi Educational Foundation as President & Board Chair, managing significant assets and overseeing educational grant distribution.

Highlights

Directly manages $10 million in assets, distributing ~$150K in academic scholarships and $100K in educational grants annually.

Manages a board of sixteen volunteers, overseeing and managing the organization's top management team.

Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc
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President & Board Chair

Pearl River, NY, United States of America

Summary

Served as President & Board Chair for Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc., providing leadership and strategic direction.

Highlights

Provided leadership and strategic oversight to Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc. during tenure as President & Board Chair.

Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc
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Vice-President

Pearl River, NY, United States of America

Summary

Served as Vice-President for Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc., contributing to organizational leadership.

Highlights

Provided key leadership and support as Vice-President for Zeta Psi Fraternity, Inc.

New Politics Leadership Academy
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Member, Alumni Executive Council

Washington, DC, United States of America

Summary

Contributed to the New Politics Leadership Academy as a Member of the Alumni Executive Council.

Highlights

Actively participated in the Alumni Executive Council, contributing to strategic initiatives for leadership development.

Penn State-Behrend
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Guest Faculty, Leadership in Sustainability

United States of America

Summary

Served as Guest Faculty for Leadership in Sustainability at Penn State-Behrend.

Highlights

Delivered expert instruction on leadership in sustainability, contributing to academic programming.

Zeta Psi Educational Foundation
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Secretary, Treasurer, and Trustee

Pearl River, NY, United States of America

Summary

Managed financial and governance responsibilities as Secretary, Treasurer, and Trustee for Zeta Psi Educational Foundation.

Highlights

Oversaw financial management and trustee duties for Zeta Psi Educational Foundation.

Collective Success Network
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Member, Steering Committee

Philadelphia, PA, United States of America

Summary

Served on the Steering Committee for Collective Success Network, guiding strategic direction.

Highlights

Provided strategic guidance and oversight as a member of the Steering Committee.

Warrior Writers
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Chairman of the Board of Directors

Philadelphia, PA, United States of America

Summary

Chaired the Board of Directors for Warrior Writers, guiding organizational governance.

Highlights

Provided strategic governance and oversight as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Warrior Writers.

Veterans for American Ideals
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City Lead (Philadelphia)

Washington, DC, United States of America

Summary

Led local initiatives as City Lead for Veterans for American Ideals in Philadelphia.

Highlights

Coordinated and drove local initiatives for Veterans for American Ideals in the Philadelphia region.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania
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Discussion Leader, “The Art of Reintegration: Veterans and the Silences of War”

Philadelphia, PA, United States of America

Summary

Led discussions on veteran reintegration as a Discussion Leader for The Historical Society of Pennsylvania.

Highlights

Facilitated insightful discussions on veteran reintegration and related societal issues.

Truman National Security Project
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Member, Defense Council

Washington, DC, United States of America

Summary

Contributed to the Truman National Security Project as a Member of the Defense Council.

Highlights

Provided expertise and input as a member of the Defense Council for national security initiatives.

Philadelphia Stories
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Secretary

Philadelphia, PA, United States of America

Summary

Served as Secretary for Philadelphia Stories, supporting literary and community initiatives.

Highlights

Contributed secretarial support to Philadelphia Stories, aiding its mission.

New Leaders Council
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Fellow (Philadelphia Chapter)

Washington, DC, United States of America

Summary

Participated as a Fellow in the Philadelphia Chapter of the New Leaders Council.

Highlights

Engaged in leadership development and community initiatives as a Fellow.

Zete Kids USA
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President & Chair

Pearl River, NY, United States of America

Summary

Led Zete Kids USA as President & Chair, overseeing its operations and initiatives.

Highlights

Provided leadership and strategic direction for Zete Kids USA.

Zeta Psi Association of Tulane
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President & Chair

New Orleans, LA, United States of America

Summary

Chaired the Zeta Psi Association of Tulane, guiding alumni engagement.

Highlights

Led the Zeta Psi Association of Tulane, fostering alumni relations and support.

Education

University of Missouri – St. Louis
St. Louis, MO, United States of America

Doctoral Candidate

Business Administration

Courses

Statistical Modeling

Doctoral Foundations Seminar

Scientific Inquiry in Business

Qualitative Research Methods I & II

Quantitative Research Methods I & II

Managing Talent for Strategic Advantage

Role of Accounting Information in Firms & Markets

Marketing Intelligence & Decision Making

Strategic Business Analysis

Disruptive Information Technologies

Kelley School of Business, Indiana University
Bloomington, IN, United States of America

Master of Science (MSSM) & MBA

Strategic Management & Business Administration

Courses

Business and Public Policy (The Washington Campus, June 2013)

Economics of Developing Economies (Gordon Institute of Business Science, October 2012)

Kelley School of Business Program on Chinese Business (Peking University School of Economics, July 2012)

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA, United States of America

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

English & History

Courses

4-year Army ROTC Scholarship Awardee

Undergraduate President, Zeta Psi Fraternity

Tutor & Mentor, Waldo Burton Boys Home

Awards

USTRANSCOM Operations Officer of the Quarter

Awarded By

USTRANSCOM

Recognized for excellence in leadership of teams and projects.

USTRANSCOM Outstanding Officer Award

Awarded By

TRANSCOM Deputy Commander LTG John Sullivan

Awarded for excellence in leading multiple operational planning teams.

USTRANSCOM Operations Officer of the Year

Awarded By

USTRANSCOM

Selected from a pool of nearly two hundred officers for exceptional performance.

TCJ3 Outstanding Officer Award

Awarded By

Lt Gen Laura Lenderman

Recognized for leadership in global mobility operations.

Army Commendation Medal

Awarded By

United States Army Reserve

Awarded for meritorious service.

Below-the-Zone promotion to MAJ

Awarded By

United States Army Reserve

One of only 2 traditional Army Reservists selected for early promotion to Major.

New Jersey Junior Army Officer of the Year (CPT Brauer Award)

Awarded By

New Jersey Reserve Organization of America

Recognized as the top Junior Army Officer in New Jersey.

Distinguished Leadership Award

Awarded By

WeWork & Bunker Labs

Awarded for distinguished leadership.

Army Achievement Medal

Awarded By

United States Army Reserve

Awarded for meritorious achievement.

Inaugural Class of “40 Under 40”

Awarded By

Zeta Psi Fraternity

Recognized as part of the inaugural class of 40 notable alumni under 40.

Alumni, Philadelphia Core Class

Awarded By

LEADERSHIP Philadelphia

Selected as an alumnus for the Philadelphia Core Class.

Graduate, Business on Board Leadership Development Program

Awarded By

Arts & Business Council of Greater Philadelphia

Completed a leadership development program focused on business governance.

Alumni Award of Merit - Dedicated Committee Service

Awarded By

Zeta Psi Fraternity

Awarded for dedicated service to the alumni committee.

Iraq Campaign Medal

Awarded By

United States Army

Awarded for service in the Iraq Campaign.

Louisiana War Cross

Awarded By

Louisiana Army National Guard

Awarded for service.

Meritorious Service Medal

Awarded By

United States Army

Awarded for outstanding meritorious service.

Award of Recognition – Chairman of the 163rd International Convention Committee

Awarded By

Zeta Psi Fraternity

Recognized for leadership as Chairman of the 163rd International Convention Committee.

Award of Merit – for service as the Undergraduate representative to the Board of Directors

Awarded By

Zeta Psi Fraternity of North America

Awarded for service as the undergraduate representative to the Board of Directors.

Publications

What's Trust Got to Do with It? A Qualitative Analysis of Virtual Agile Leadership

Published by

Executive DBA Council

Summary

Accepted poster for the Engaged Management Scholarship Conference.

End the Professional Military Education Equivalency Myth: Restructure the Army Captains Career Course Based on Best Practices for Distributed Learning

Published by

Military Review

Summary

Online Exclusive Article.

In the Meantime, the Morning

Published by

New Millennium Writings

Summary

Finalist for literary award.

Transfiguration

Published by

Open: Journal of Arts & Letters

Summary

Published literary work.

Pacifism is Not Something to Hide Behind

Published by

New Millennium Writings

Summary

Finalist for literary award.

Poll Workers Step Up to Support Democracy

Published by

The Daily Progress

Summary

Letter to the Editor.

What is a B-Corp and Why Does it Matter?

Published by

The ROI Podcast, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University

Summary

Podcast episode.

U.S. Army Reserve Private Deploys Fuel System for Training Units, Last Established in 2015

Published by

Defense Visual Information Distribution Service

Summary

News story.

WeWork, Bond Collective co-working spaces in Philly lure start-ups w/ rents at $350 a month

Published by

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Summary

Interviewed for article.

Spotlight on Veteran Entrepreneurs You Should Celebrate this GEW 2018

Published by

The Global Entrepreneurship Network

Summary

Featured in blog post.

On Veterans Day, do more than say thanks

Published by

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Summary

Op-Ed.

Episode 103

Published by

The Zag Podcast

Summary

Podcast episode.

Senators tried to discredit Christine Blasey Ford's testimony: Today's talker

Published by

The USA Today

Summary

Op-Ed.

The VA – Why One of Our Largest Bureaucracies is Critical to Progressive Causes

Published by

New Leaders Council Blog

Summary

Online Op-Ed.

Leader Spotlight: Will Woldenberg

Published by

Veterans for American Ideals

Summary

Blog Interview.

Committeeperson Elections with Will Woldenberg

Published by

Philly Bike Coalition Podcast

Summary

Podcast.

Key Tips for Starting a Side Hustle from 7 Philly Entrepreneurs

Published by

Philadelphia Magazine

Summary

Quoted in online article.

Meet the 13 Veteran-founded Companies in Bunker Labs PHL's Class of 2018

Published by

Philadelphia CityBizList

Summary

Featured in online article.

These 13 Veteran-Founded Companies Are in Bunker Labs's (sic) 2018 Launch Lab Class

Published by

Philadelphia Magazine

Summary

Featured in online article.

Innovative Efforts Help Veterans Find New Careers

Published by

Forbes

Summary

Interviewed for article.

THE DUNGEON In New Orleans: If These Walls Could Talk

Published by

GoNola.com

Summary

Online article.

Mahony's Po-Boys: The New (Orleans) Taste of Quality Sandwiches

Published by

GoNola.com

Summary

Online article.

Hide Out at the Erin Rose in the New Orleans French Quarter

Published by

GoNola.com

Summary

Online article.

Po'Boys at Parasol's: A New Orleans Tradition

Published by

GoNola.com

Summary

Online article.

On Veterans Day Soldiers' Votes Still Not Counted

Published by

The Brooklyn Ink

Summary

Interviewed for article.

Katrina

Published by

Poetry, Psychoanalytic Perspectives

Summary

Published poetry.

Certificates

CITI Program Responsible Conduct of Research

Issued By

CITI Program

CITI Program Social and Behavioral Research

Issued By

CITI Program

Prosci Certified Change Practitioner (CCP)

Issued By

Prosci

Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)

Issued By

Association of Change Management Professionals

Certificate of Completion, WeWork Veterans in Residence Powered by Bunker Labs

Issued By

WeWork

Certificate of Achievement, VIP START Program

Issued By

National Center for Veteran Institute of Procurement

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Issued By

Scrum Alliance

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

Issued By

HRCI

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB)

Issued By

Villanova University

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Issued By

Project Management Institute

Skills

Leadership & Management

Strategic Leadership, Program Management, Change Management, Organizational Development, Human Capital Consulting, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Agile Methodologies, Scrum Master, Client Engagement, Vendor Management, Workforce Expansion, Command Leadership, Military Operations, Performance Evaluation, Board Management, Asset Management, Coaching, Facilitation.

Strategic Planning & Operations

Business Strategy, Strategic Communications, Operational Analytics, Global Force Management, Logistics Optimization, Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, Roadmap Development, Implementation Consulting, Gap Analysis, Problem Solving, Process Improvement, Resource Allocation.

Communications & Public Affairs

Speechwriting, Content Development, Talking Points, Executive Communications, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Stakeholder Management, Integrated Messaging, Public Speaking, Social Media Management.

Financial & Business Acumen

Revenue Generation, Financial Analysis, Net Present Value (NPV), Cost Reduction, Contract Negotiations, Budget Management, Fundraising, Business Development.

Technical & Systems

GIS Systems, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Quality Assurance, Test Case Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Internet of Things (IoT), Oracle (Opower), TIBCO.

Compliance & Research

Responsible Conduct of Research, Social and Behavioral Research, Scientific Inquiry, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Statistical Modeling, Security Clearance (Top Secret).