RESUME (CV)
Gay A. Wimer ‘Dane’
PSC 103 Box 3653
APO AE 09603-0037
Telephone: + 39 346 305-1684 – Email: danephoto@gmail.com
EDUCATION: Master of Science, American University – Washington, D. C.
Administration of Justice Degree
Imperial College of Science and Technology – London, England
84 hours in Drugs, Crime and Justice in England and America
Bachelor of Science – Marymount University – Washington, D. C.
Major – Pre-Law
Associate of Science– Northern Virginia Community College – Alexandria, VA.
Major – Criminology – Magna Cum Laude Graduate
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Retired 1998: Department of Justice – Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)
Washington, D. C.
Senior Management Analyst – GM – 13, Office of Internal Audit.
A full knowledge of the structure and interrelationships of laws, rules, regulations, and policies within
the Federal Government as they related to the programs within INS were tantamount in the position I
held within the Internal Audit Branch. I determined the objectives and scope of all the studies I was
responsible for, conducted all investigative reviews, analyzed results and prepared final reports
containing recommendations for improvement to top management. I delivered entrance and exit
briefings to District and Regional Directors at the start and finish of all on-site investigations of each
review and or study. I also prepared all formal correspondence that accompanied every final report. I
researched issues for potential future studies and provided expert legal audit advice and guidance
involving special program projects. I prepared and delivered training to the subject matter experts prior
to each site visit. I prepared monthly summary reports on QA results, and functioned as a liaison
between various INS offices and Justice Management Division in support of numerous projects.
Since retiring from INS I was hired as a contractor to develop legal brochures on Domestic Violence
for their VOWA (Violence Against Woman Association) Worldwide.
1987 – 1992: Department of Navy – Headquarters Naval Sea Systems Command
Arlington, Virginia
Logistics Management Specialist – GM 11 – 12, Material Support Division.
I was a Charter member of the investigation into the Accident aboard the IWO JIMA Assault Carrier
Ship. I initiated meetings between NAVSEA and NAVSUP addressing the committee’s involvement
and provided technical data and historical background in support of the on-going investigation.
Logistical support included the review of all Naval education and training programs and implementing
changes in training for all Naval Surface Ships.
As sponsor for the Level I Submarine safety program I was the coordinating manager that provided
overall direction with NAVSEA on technical issues, engineering questions, and quality matters. I also
ensured program, logistic and legal compliance with NAVSEA directives and policies.
I served as an audit team member for Level I functional audits. I developed position papers on Sub
Safe logistic issues. I was the coordinating manager for Technical Logistics Reviews and Industrial
Support Conferences.
1997 Worked Security for President Clinton’s Second Inauguration. Commanded the Control
Center for all former Secret Service Agents brought back to cover the events. Worked Security
with the current Secret Service during the Vice Presidential Ball at Union Station. Helped the
contracting agent to secure Military Security Police from the local military bases to work after
hours in the Washington, D. C. area for all inaugural balls and events.
Further Government Training Courses and references upon request.
Prior Teaching/Training Experience:
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Trainer/Motivational Speaker – TQM (Total Quality Management) and Woman and the Glass
Ceiling - U.S. Government
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Instructor with Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) – Hahn Air Base, Germany
1. Taught English and Typing for the Military
2. Registrar - University of Southern California
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Teacher/Trainer – Gifted and Talented Program for high IQ students – DODDSEUR. I
worked directly with HEW – Health Education and Welfare in Washington, D. C. to
implement the program overseas. I worked with Dr. Anthony Cardinale
1. Implemented the program throughout the European Military School System
2. Trained all teachers
3. Taught all grades of gifted and talented students
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Teacher/Trainer – Gifted and Talented Program – Fairfax County, Virginia
1. Helped implement the program into the Fairfax County Program
2. Taught lower grades
Other Experience:
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Professional Photographer – Addendum attached
Photojournalist – Columnist
Professional Artist – United States and European Exhibitions – Addendum attached
Top honors in all categories – sculpture, water, oil, pastel and pen and ink
Illustrator for two books
Professional Model – United States and European arena
Miss Kansas City, Missouri - Runner-up for Miss America/Miss Universe Pageant
Miss Blue Ridge Mall – Runner-up
Professional Musician – Blue Jeans Symphony – Estes Park, Colorado
TWA Stewardess
Organizations:
Present: Public Relations Officer – Irish Barbecue Association
Board Member – World Barbecue Association
European Communications and Translator for the World Barbecue Association
Past:
President: Educational Advisory Committee – Fairfax School System
President: German American Women’s Federation
President: Air Force Officer’s Wives Club (OWC)
President: Credit Women’s Breakfast Club (CWBC)
Vice President: Parent Teacher’s Association
Former Member - MENSA
Former Member - TWA Clipped Wings
Photographic Addendum
New York Institute of Photography – Honors Graduate
Disney Institute – Photojournalism and Landscape coursework
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Press Photographer – New York Institute World Magazine (present)
Staff Photographer –Department of Justice – Washington, D. C.
Book Publication: Steven Raichlen’s BBQ USA Book – two pages of photos
Staff Photographer – World Barbecue Association – Switzerland (present)
Project Photographer – Jack Daniels Corporation – Lynchburg, Tennessee (present)
Project Photographer (and writer) – Shannon Development - Ireland (present)
Project Photographer (and writer) – President of Ireland - Mary McAleese
Staff Photographer (and writer) Fire and Food Magazine – Germany
Photographer – Risk Management Magazine - Ireland (present)
Staff Photographer (and writer) National Barbecue News – USA (present)
Product and In-House photographer – Irish Country Pottery - Shannon, Ireland (present)
Photographer – Lough Gur Project – Ireland (present)
Two published books for Immigration and Naturalization Service
Freelance Photographer for Prisoners of War and Missing in Action POW/MIA Lobbyists –
Wash D. C.
Freelance Photographer for Congressional Hearings on POW/MIA and Desert Storm issuesCapitol Hill
Freelance Photographer – South Dakota State Fair Board
Freelance Photographer – Dromoland Castle - Ireland
Cover Photograph and art work for a POW/MIA book now in it’s 5 th edition
Christmas Cards for United States Senatorial and Congressional Staff Members
Photographer for Vermont B&B Brochures and post cards
Photography and design for Music CD Covers in the United States, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands
Project Photographer for Alberto Grollo – Musician Extraordinaire – Conegliano, Italy
Project Photographer for Oreade Music Industry – The Netherlands
Project Photographer – Gianni de Marchi Art Gallery – Conegliano, Italy
Project Photographer – Dama Castellana – Conegliano, Italy
Project Photographer – Carlos Nunez/Alberto Grollo Concert – Conegliano, Italy
Travel Agency Posters
My photography and art work of Ireland is presently being sold in two Irish stores in the Wash
D.C. area
Numerous exhibitions of both my art and photography in the United States and Europe
Staff Photographer for the 6th, 7th and 8th European Barbecue Championships Spiez,
Switzerland – Tallin, Estonia and Lazuerte, France.
Page layout Limerick Leader – half page layout – Clare Champion
Two page layout London Sunday Express
Weddings throughout Europe and the United States
Executive Portraits – White Hotel Group
Modeling Agency photographer – United States and Ireland
Cover Photo for National United States Magazine
I work well under pressure – and have a wide range of photographic experience including numerous weddings,
sports events, executive portraitures, fashion layouts, architectural studies, still life, wild life, landscape and
photojournalism. All of the food styling in the above photography projects and numerous food photos consist of
my cooking expertise. Former member of PPA – Professional Photographers of America
WRITING ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Monthly columnist (and photographer) - National Barbecue News – USA (present)
Writer (and photographer) Shannon Development – Ireland (present)
Editorial writer - Risk Management Magazine – Ireland (present)
Editorial writer – International Living Magazine – Ireland (present)
Editorial writer (and photographer) – Fire and Food Magazine – Germany (present)
University columnist, layout and design of the yearbooks
Columnist for military newspapers in Germany, Trans World Airlines employee’s newsletter,
Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and educational newsletters.
Artistic Accomplishments
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Exhibitions throughout Europe and the United States spanning thirty years.
In all competitions my work took top awards in the categories I entered.
In three major shows my work took top honors in all categories and I walked away
with the complete show – watercolor, pastel, pen and ink, oil and sculpture.
Music Accomplishments
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Blue Jeans Symphony – Estes Park, Colorado – 2 years (first chair clarinet)
City Band – Huron, South Dakota – 6 years (first chair clarinet)
Director – Freedom Folk Group – Germany – 2 years
Lead Singer – folk/musical groups - ten years
Theatrical Work
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Set Design – Community Theater
Choreography – (minor amount for musical presentations)
Bit Parts – Air Force Community Theater Group
My interests are varied, including health and medical issues, education, engineering, travel,
politics, spiritual growth and naturally The Arts.