Chris Declercq

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Deputy Operations at US Government

San Diego County, California, United States

Overview

Chris is a highly experienced Deputy Director for Operations with a distinguished background in U. S. Special Operations. His career includes leading elite teams in Naval Special Warfare and managing strategic planning. He holds a BA from The Citadel and a certification in People, Culture, and Performance.

His background as a Navy SEAL suggests a deep commitment to peak physical and mental performance, discipline, and building resilient, high-performing teams. He maintains a connection with his alma mater, The Citadel, showing an interest in the institutions community and values.

Unique fact: He previously served as a Team Leader for the elite U. S. Navy SEALs.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Value Driven

Example Seeker

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Topics They Care About

Special Operations
His extensive career includes leadership roles at Naval Special Warfare Group ONE and as a Team Leader for SEAL Team FIVE.
High-Performance Teams
Combines direct experience leading elite SEAL Teams with a Stanford certification in People, Culture, and Performance.
Strategic Planning
Served as a Strategic Planning Manager for United States Special Operations, demonstrating expertise in long-range operational and organizational strategy.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2009
Deputy Operations at US Government
6-2007 - 9-2009
Current Operations at Naval Special Warfare Group ONE
9-2003 - 6-2007
Team Leader at SEAL Team FIVE
2001 - 9-2003
Strategic Planning Manager at United States Special Operations
1-1990 - 12-2001
Team Leader at SEAL Teams

Education

1986 - 1989
BA from The Citadel
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from The Citadel

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Exp : 36 Location : San Diego County, California, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Deputy Operations at US Government
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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Chris

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