MAJOR (RET.) DaWN ZINK

Major Dawn Zink is a highly skilled professional with expertise in cross-team communication, strategic coordination, and stakeholder management. She served in the United States Air Force from 2003 to 2015 where she led 130 personnel and managed $35 million in projects as an airfield operations officer. Dawn is adept at aligning project timelines, facilitating seamless collaboration between multiple teams, and ensuring efficient scheduling to optimize productivity. Proficient in identifying potential conflicts early, implementing proactive resolutions, and balancing competing priorities to drive successful outcomes. She is experienced in fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, managing expectations, and ensuring alignment across diverse initiatives. A detail-oriented and solution-focused professional committed to enhancing operational efficiency.  Dawn currently serves as senior project manager for Hibbett Sports in Birmingham, Alabama. She has held several leadership roles at other organizations to include I-2-I Solutions, First Horizon Bank, Regions Bank, and UAB.  Major Dawn Zink possesses exceptional proficiency in cross-functional communication, strategic alignment, and stakeholder engagement. 

Her distinguished service in the United States Air Force from 2003 to 2015 encompassed the leadership of 130 personnel and the oversight of $35 million in projects as an airfield operations officer. Major Zink excels in synchronizing project timelines, fostering collaborative synergy among diverse teams, and optimizing productivity through meticulous scheduling. Her acumen includes the proactive identification and mitigation of potential conflicts, coupled with the adept management of competing priorities to ensure successful project completion. Furthermore, she demonstrates expertise in cultivating robust stakeholder relationships, managing expectations effectively, and ensuring alignment across multifaceted initiatives. A highly detail-oriented and solution-driven professional, she is dedicated to the enhancement of operational efficiency. Major Zink currently holds the position of senior project manager at Hibbett Sports in Birmingham, Alabama. Her professional trajectory includes several leadership roles at esteemed organizations such as I-2-I Solutions, First Horizon Bank, Regions Bank, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

EDUCATION

MBA – Colorado State University | May 2018

MAS (Aeronautics & Management) – Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Jan 2007

BS Psychology – University of Central Florida | May 2003