Michael Barfield
About Michael Barfield
Michael Barfield serves as a Simulations Facilitator III at Tapestry Solutions, Inc., where he has worked since 2016. He is a combat veteran with extensive military training and experience, including roles with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and L3 Technologies.
Work at Tapestry Solutions
Michael Barfield has been employed at Tapestry Solutions, Inc. as a Simulations Facilitator III since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for facilitating simulations that support various training and operational needs. His tenure at Tapestry Solutions spans over eight years, during which he has contributed to the development and execution of simulation-based training programs.
Military Background
Michael Barfield is a combat veteran with service in the Gulf War from December 1990 to May 1991 and Operation Iraqi Freedom from April 2003 to July 2004. His military experience includes completing the United States Army Ranger School in October 1985 and the US Army Sergeant’s Major Academy in 2003. He has received notable military honors, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Bronze Star Medal.
Education and Expertise
Michael Barfield has a diverse educational background. He studied Human Relations at Excelsior College, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 2000 to 2002. He also studied Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services at the University of Oklahoma, completing his Bachelor’s degree from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he pursued graduate studies in Conflict Negotiation and Conflict Management at the University of Baltimore from 2009 to 2013.
Professional Experience
Before his current role, Michael Barfield worked as an Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from 2009 to 2011. He also served as a Subject Matter Expert at L3 Technologies from 2005 to 2009. His professional journey includes an internship with the Federal Emergency Management Administration, where he completed 252 hours of training from June to November 2012.
Certifications and Training
Michael Barfield holds several certifications relevant to his field. He is certified in Corps Battle Simulation, Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulations, and Joint Deployment Logistic Model. He completed these certifications between 2005 and 2006. Additionally, he has undergone various training programs, including the Emergency Manager Orientation Training and Exercise Design training in 2012.