Trish Lake
Summary
A highly motivated military officer with over 15 years of experience and training in Maritime Law Enforcement and Search and Rescue. Proven ability to effectively convey complex information, build positive relationships, and lead teams to success. Thrives under pressure with excellent decision-making skills and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of work ethics.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Officer
Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF)
12.2009 - Current
Held several key administrative and leadership roles within the ABDF Coast Guard, including Administrative Officer, Training Officer, and Operations Officer. In these positions, I managed operational support functions, developed and coordinated training programs to enhance operational readiness, and planned and executed missions while coordinating personnel and resources for successful outcomes. I also served as the Staff Officer responsible for Administration and Personnel at the ABDF Headquarters, overseeing personnel management and administrative duties. Currently, as Acting Executive Officer, I lead the strategic direction and operational management of the Coast Guard.
Education
BSc - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies
09-2024
Seventh Day Adventist Secondary School
St. John's, Antigua And Barbuda07-2006
Skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff management
- Operations management
- Risk management
- Computer skills
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Adjutant General Basic Officers Leadership Course -South Carolina, USA - 11/07/11 to 02/09/12
- Officer Indoctrination Course, Coast Guard Academy - Connecticut, USA - 12/04/13
- Basic Boarding Officer Course - South Carolina, USA, 11/07/14
- Maritime Navigation Course - Barbados Defence Force, Barbados - 01/12/15 to 01/23/15
- Maritime Security Planning Course - Barbados Defence Force, Barbados - 01/11/16 to 01/15/16
- International Search and Rescue Planning Course - Virginia, USA - 12/16/16
- International Professional Advanced Leadership Course - Florida, USA - 10/13/17 to 11/17/17
- Caribbean Regional Exclusive Economic Zone Course - FAS, Antigua - 10/01/18 to 10/05/18
- Prospective Commanding Officer/ Executive Officer Afloat - Connecticut, USA - 05/31/19
- Junior Command and Staff Course - Jamaica Defence Force, Jamaica - 02/17/20 to 06/24/20
- Drug Investigations Course - Virtual, RSS - 08/10/20 to 08/21/20
- Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Course - Virtual, RSS - 10/05/20 to 10/30/20
- Terrorism and Terrorist Financing Course - Virtual, RSS 02/01/21 to 02/28/21
- Fundamentals of Maritime Security - California, USA - 12/02/24 to 12/13/24
Timeline
Military Officer
Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF)
12.2009 - Current
BSc - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies
Seventh Day Adventist Secondary School
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