SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Mentally agile self-starter, comfortable in fluid situations, including high str ess and fast operational

tempo; strong computer, financial and interpersonal ski lls. Proven history of results-oriented drive for the bottom line. Background includes 30+ years(tm) accounting and audit experience, along with nearly 20 yea rs(tm) military service, including two deployments to Iraq and another two to Af ghanistan. Core proficiencies include ability to fuse military and civilian bac kgrounds to conquer challenges. Self-starter eager to overcome unfamiliar situations; bottom line and results-o riented; driven to succeed. Demonstrated willingness and ability to use past professional and personal expe riences to conquer current challenges Demonstrated skills at the management and execution of internal control assessm ents of large, complicated corporate and Governmental organizations. Core proficiencies of planning, managing and conducting all manner of financial audits resulted in the ability to identify and meet analytical challenges of sp ecial program elements when historical data and precedents were not readily avai lable or methodologies not clear-cut. Able to integrate existing skills with additional ones required to ensure timel y project completion. Demonstrated ability to communicate tactfully with client management and staff. Active security clearance: TS/SCI/TK/G/HCS EDUCATION MS, Management, Homeland Security concentration, Colorado Technical University, started NOV 11 MS, Accounting, New York University Graduate School of Business Administration BA, Political Science and History (double major), Middlebury College SPECIALIZED TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in New York and Connecticut; me ets all GAGAS CPE requirements Member, AICPA, Connecticut and New York State CPA Societies, National Tax Professionals Society Literate and conversant in Arabi c and French (reading, writing and verbal); ongoing self-study in Dari RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE OMB A-123 and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Reviews, Anti-Deficiency Act, Federa l Financial Management Integrity Act Engagements, Litigation Support, Financial Infrastructure Reconstruction, Forensic Accounting/Money Laundering Projects, GA AP/GAAS/GAGAS Audits, Corporate Internal Audit, Accounts Receivable Assessment a nd Threat Finance PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Concurrent Technologies Corporation Principal Threat Finance Analyst, SME, May 2011 - Present Provided threat finance scenarios and content for web-based training for personn el assigned to Regional Command East - Afghanistan. Scope recently expanded to include Regional Command-South. Scenarios stressed the importance of lateral st aff level collaboration, partnering with other Coalition intelligence assets, co nnecting the dots from line units(tm) reports and reporting upward to IJC, ISAF, and other US agencies such as the State, Homeland Security and Treasury Departm ents, DEA and FBI. Defense Intelligence Agency Socio-Economic Analyst, July - October 2010

Provided turnkey intelligence reports and briefings to senior military and diplo matic leaders in reference to Afghan borders, customs, airport and infrastructur e issues. Established reputation as the go-to guy and subject matter expert fo r projects with Coalition partners(tm) National Intelligence Cells and other US Agencies on such widely ranging issues as corruption at border crossing points, railroad and infrastructure development, counternarcotics interdiction and Coali tion logistics efforts. The fused intelligence products leveraged available ass ets, fostered information sharing between US and Coalition forces, resulting in the reinforcement of networks of various stakeholders throughout the Afghan Thea ter of Operations. The products were briefed to the ISAF Commander, Deputy ISAF Commander, Director of Development, Tripartite joint Intelligence Operations Ce nter and the Senior Civilian Representative. Worked closely with subject matter experts at DIA, NSA, TRANSCOM and theatre command to ensure the intelligence pr oducts were accurately, timely and comprehensive. These efforts, contributions a nd results were recognized with Joint Civilian Service Achievement, NATO Non-Ar ticle 5, and the Secretary of Defense Global War on Terrorism Medals. Intelligence Requirements Manager, February - July 2010 Supervised the Requests For Information Manager, ensures Requests For Informatio n (RFIs) are managed expeditiously and in accordance with RFI Management Process set forth by the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). Ensures discr ete management and tracking of RFIs from subordinate units, higher headquarters and supporting agencies. Ensures daily updated RFI status is posted on ISAF Sec ret, SIPR REL, SIPR, Stone Ghost, JWICS and other classified computer systems fo r use by Coalition Forces. Recommends appropriate agency for RFI tasking and en sures RFIs are actioned by tasked agencies. Approves subordinate COLISEUM accoun ts. Participates in daily RFI management VTC with supporting and supported agenc ies. Performed other duties as required and assigned by Chief, Collection and R equirements Management. Afghanistan National Security Forces Analyst (ANSF), December 2009 - February 20 10 Developed, coordinated and presented intelligence assessments on the ANSF to sen ior intelligence consumers of USFOR-A and ISAF to support operational planning, decision making and policy formulation. Collaborated with U.S. national-level a gencies, in-theater intelligence elements and coalition intelligence partners to enhance information sharing, quality of assessments and knowledge of the threat in Afghanistan and the region. Audit Manager, May -December 2009 Conducted performance and/or financial audits and other evaluations of DIA progr ams, policies, systems and operations. Planned and organized work of subordinat es and self, including the collection and analysis of data, development of findi ngs and recommendations. Supported other Inspector General functions, such as In spections, Investigations and Intelligence Oversight. Senior DoD Enlisted Advisor, Afghan Threat Finance Cell (Afghanistan), December 2008 - May 2009 Dual-hatted as Buildings/Facilities Manager and Threat Finance Analyst. Daily a ctions required extensive interpersonal skills to stand up an interagency operat ion comprised of DoD, DEA, Treasury and Other Governmental Agency representative s at a time when funding and resources were scarce. Produced first actioned thr eat finance target package, briefed senior commissioned officers on the signific ance of threat finance intelligence on the modern battlefield. Intelligence eff orts produced the first target package actioned by US and Coalition Forces in Af ghanistan. Logistical efforts materially improved living and working conditions for assigned personnel. Non Commissioned Officer in-Charge, Defense Intelligence Support Office (Iraq), May - October, 2008

Assisted the Deputy Chief and Logistics Officer in coordination and execution of command and control over all DIA personnel (military and civilian) in Iraq assi gned to the Defense Intelligence Support Office (DISO). Areas of emphasis includ ed security, safety, and serviceability of facilities and property. Represented DISO-I at staff meetings and liaison with Multi National Force-Iraq garrison an d other commands as directed. Assisted Chief in Management Cell operations to su pport the well-being of employees, including security, firearms training, safety , billeting, and other administrative and logistical needs as required. Assisted in personnel accountability of all deployed personnel in Iraq and accountabilit y of DISO property. Results included elimination of a backlog of 70 personnel evaluations and awards to zero during six-weeks as Acting Personnel Officer. Actions also reduced pro cessing time of personnel inbound to Iraq from an average of seven days to two. Measures improved living standards of assigned personnel by using sustainment a ssets at a neighboring post. Personnel security enhanced with weekly firing rang e exercises featuring individualized firearms training. Audit Manager, August 2007 - May 2008 Provided senior-level knowledge of audit practices and techniques. Conducted pe rformance and/or financial audits and other evaluations of DIA programs, policie s, systems and operations. Planned and organized work of subordinates and self, including the collection and analysis of data, development of findings and reco mmendations. Supported other Inspector General functions, such as Inspections, Investigations and Intelligence Oversight. Cited by Deputy Assistant Inspector General for Audits as fast becoming a very valuable auditor with extraordinary r esearch capabilities and an excellent understanding of the intelligence communit y(tm)s worldwide operations. Citation based on minimal guidance required to achi eve the following results in eight months: Determined the Audit Division staffing needs to adequately address CFO Act requ irements. Recommendations included advantages and drawbacks for each course of action, along with estimated manning requirements. Integrated information from a Procurement Fraud Task Force report into a contra ct audit whose report disclosed accounting irregularities, financial reporting i ssues, and potential violations of the Anti-Deficiency Act. Prepared information paper for Assistant Inspector General for Audits on possib le Iranian involvement in the construction of telecommunications facilities in I raq, including American military bases. Provided significant information on the nature, scope and extent of Iranian inv olvement and the use of front companies based in Dubai and Kurdish-controlled Ir aq. Reed & Associates Audit Manager, August 2006 - 2007 Hands-on involvement in OMB A-123 and Federal Financial Management Integrity Act Engagements, Litigation Support and Financial Infrastructure Reconstruction Ass ignments, along with business development. United States Army Advisory Support Team/Military Transition Team, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Septemb er 2004 - 2005 Mission involved training Iraqi Security Forces in urban warfare and counterinsu rgency operations in and around Fallujah. Coordinated many joint missions betwe en the US Army, Marines and Iraqi Security Forces, including search-and-destroy, cordon-and-knock, and other security operations. Also used accounting skills t o identify money trails created and used by the insurgents to finance operations . Used computer skills to upgrade, automate and develop a battalion-level perso nnel administration database from a manual, paper-based one. Impact awards incl uded the Combat Action Badge and the Bronze Star and Joint Service Commendation Medals. Also gained proficiencies with the Arabic language and insights into th

e Iraqi culture and way of thinking. Blount & Company, LLP Founder and Managing Director, 1990 - 2004 Grew the practice from a one office to three locations, directing an eight-perso n staff. Expanded scope of services to provide 230 clients with tax and audit, compilation, and review services. Strong emphasis on personal relationship with clients produced durable rapport and augmented business development opportuniti es. Senior Financial Accountant, American Brands, Inc., 1987 - 1989 Senior Internal Auditor, American Brands, Inc., 1985 - 1987 Senior Internal Auditor, St Regis Corporation, 1982 - 1985 Audit Supervisor, Jeanpierre, Taylor & Co, 1980 - 1981 Senior Auditor, Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co., 1977 - 1980 SUMMARY OF MILITARY EXPERIENCE NOV 11 PRESENT First Sergeant, Company C, 2d Bn, 317th Rgt, 3rd Bde, 98th Div ( IT) MAR 06 MAY 11 First Sergeant, Company A, 2d Bn, 417th Rgt, 4th Bde, 98th Div (IT ) OCT 05 MAR 06 Senior Drill Sergeant, Company A, 2d Bn, 417th Rgt, 4th Bde, 98th Div (IT) SEP 04 OCT 05 Advisory Support Team/Military Transition Team Member, OIF III, Co 1, 4th Bn, 4th Bde, Iraqi Security Forces AUG 01 SEP 04 Senior Drill Sergeant, Company A, 2d Bn, 417th Rgt, 4th Bde, 98th Div (IT) OCT 00 AUG 01 Drill Sergeant Candidate, Company C, 2d Bn, 417th Rgt, 4th Bde, 98 th Div (IT) AUG 96 SEP 00 Section Chief, Battery B, 2d Bn, 192d Field Artillery, Connecticut Army National Guard SEP 92 JUL 96 Gunner, Gun 3, 1st Plt, Battery B, 2d Bn, 192d Field Artillery, Co nnecticut Army National Guard APR 90 SEP 92 Cannon Crewmember, Gun 3, 1st Plt, Battery B, 2d Bn, 192d Field Ar tillery, Connecticut Army National Guard JAN 90 MAR 90 Basic Training and Advance Individual Training, US Army Field Arti llery Training Center, Ft Sill, OK MILITARY AWARDS AND DECORATIONS Combat Action Badge Afghan Campaign Medal Bronze Star Medal Iraqi Campaign Medal Meritorious Service Medal (with Oak Leaf Cluster) Global War on Terrorism Medal Joint Service Commendation Award Good Conduct Medal Army Commendation Award (with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters) Armed Forces Reserve Components Achievement Medal Army Achievement Award (with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters) Army Reserve Overseas Training Ribbon NCO Professional Development Ribbon (with 2 affixed) Army Service Ribbon National Defense Ribbon (with Star) INDIVIDUAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS Drill Sergeant Identification Badge BNCOC Instructor of the Cycle, 2003 First US Army NCO of the Year, 1993

First US Army Soldier of the Year, 1992

MICHAEL E. BLOUNT, CPA ADDENDUM TO C.V. List of Courses taken while at Defense Intelligence Agency (May 2010 - Present) Area Studies Area of Responsibility - Iran African Continent Middle East Cultural Study Asian Continent Syria Area of Responsibility Familiarization Course Area of Responsibility - Afghanistan The Culture and People of Afghanistan The Culture and People of Iraq USCENTCOM Arabic Culture Geography of Africa Exercise Religious Studies Islam Course of Instruction Introduction to Islam Intelligence Operations Introduction to USMC Counter Intelligence Introduction to Terrorism Introduction to Counter Threat Finance Counter Terrorism Analyst Course Counter Narcotics and Law Enforcement Intelligence Agencies DIA and the Intelligence Community Intelligence Organization Intelligence Analysis and Tradecraft Analysts(tm) Notebook Familiarization Analytic Tools & Techniques Analytic Tradecraft Course AGI MASINT (Measurement and Signatures Intelligence) Intelligence Disciplines Fundamentals of Intelligence - Overview of Intelligence Disciplines Intelligence Information Reports Functional Subject Areas JIAC Counter Narcotics Familiarization Course Introduction to Modern Drug Smuggling Counter Drug Intelligence Analysis Course Terrorist Attack Cycle Intelligence Cycle Fundamentals of Intelligence - Analytic Tools and Briefing Skills Intelligence Oversight (DIA) Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain Indications & Warnings Enemy Order of Battle Adversary Courses of Action Introduction to Military Equipment Introduction to Joint Targeting

Ground Force Organization and Structure Ground Force Equipment Identification Joint Special Forces Falcon View