PROFFESSIONAL DRIVER Safety Minded Customer Oriented Vehicle Inspection

 Experienced over the road bus driver with 5 years of experience and a strong safety record. Former U.S. Army leader selected to drive and manage the logistics of the prestigious U.S. Army Solider Show. Proven ability to meet company objectives while working under strict deadlines and travel requirements.   Highlights

22 Year Veteran of the United States Army Class B, Licensed Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) MCI Coach Bus experience Personnel Management Secret Clearance

Professional Experience Bus Driver, U.S. Army Entertainment Detachment 01/2009 - 01/2012 U.S Army �San Antonio, TX

• Operated and maintained the MCI Tour Bus, responsible for the delivery and safety of 25 soldiers throughout the United States and aboard.

• Created road safety procedures by conducting risk assessments on route plans, weather and road conditioning prior to departure.

• Conducted routine and spontaneous vehicle safety inspections while documenting maintenance log, efforts led to a zero mishaps throughout the 8 month tour.

• Drove up to eight hours a day/500 miles with a total of 13,000 miles covered during the 8 month international tour span.

• Managed the up/down loading of over $600K in equipment for 60 installations in the Continental United States.

• Set up advertising material on vehicle to sponsor specifications (AT&T, “I am Strong Comprehensive Soldier Fitness” program.)

2008 Solider Show Tour: Van Braun Center Huntsville, AL • Adler Theatre Davenport, IA •Abraham Chavez Theater El Paso, TX • Pikes Peak Center Colorado Springs, CO • McCain Auditorium Manhattan, KS • Eisenhower Hall West Point, NY • Crown Theatre Fayetteville, NC • Lila Cockrell Theatre San Antonio, TX • Warner Theatre Washington, DC Stage Manager, U.S. Army Entertainment Show 03/2007 - 01/2009 U.S Army � Alexandria, VA

• Managed the stage set up/ tear down of a 60' x 40' stage, which included Front of the house • (FOH) sound boards and spot lights. • Trained and assisted 15 personnel on the proper way to build and disassemble the stage

before/after each show • Responsible for the safety of all personnel on stage during the show and set changes • Detailed knowledge for chain motors/lights and running video cameras

Reginald Q. Lipford 13515 West Ave Apt 1012

San Antonio, TX 78216 (901) 502-2272

reginaldlipford@yahoo.com

• Selected to work directly alongside the Special Event Manger (SEM) staff and venue contact person to insure readiness of all equipment and stage functions.

Entrepreneur, Self Employment 03/1993 - 12/2007 Memphis, Tennessee Romel's Barber Shop • License Barber Owner/Operator of Heavenly Touch Hair Salon • License Barber/Stylist FedEx Forum • Stage Crew & Guest Relations Mr. Fence It • Custom Fence Installation Education & Training Bachelor’s Degree, Business Management Currently Enrolled University of Phoenix Projected to graduate May 2016 Bus Driver – Licensed Class B CDL

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Additional Information

• Special Event Set Up/Memphis Grizzles, University of Memphis Basketball • Volunteered as Security services for Army Entertainment concerts