Bio

Versatile Project Manager adept at building high performing teams for executing strategies and plans that boost operating effectiveness and efficiencies, improve P&L, and enable organizational growth - As PM led cross-functional IPT for major A&D contractor, managed $14.7M budget, and employed EVMS to improve cost, schedule, quality, risk, and contract performance for delivery of F-16 kits Innovative and creative hands-on leader who delivers results and effectively manages priorities while optimizing focus on People, Process, and Technology. - As Global Director Six Sigma for major multi-brand Hospitality leader assessed change readiness, managed substantive curriculum overhaul, and led delivery of Green Belt training for >1000 associates. Expert Management Consulting credentials, especially supporting Aerospace & Defense, Federal and DoD sectors - Proficient with both strategic and tactical program matters, led practice of >45 CPI and OpEx consulting professionals, managed annual $15M P&L, directed training for >15,000 personnel, and delivered $500M in validated financial impact for $40B DoD client Critical thinker with demonstrated success enabling organizational effectiveness through an integration of vision, focus on mission, and strong business acumen. - Flexible and adaptive team player leading Federal practice start-up (Remote) throughout COVID pandemic and leveraging social media and virtual platforms to forge BD relationships. Areas of Expertise • Aerospace & Defense / Manufacturing / Operations Management • Project and Program Management / Industrial Engineering / Earned Value Management • Management Consulting (Government and Commercial) • DoD Proposals and Federal Contracting / FMS and International Experience • Relationships Building / Business Development • Teaching / Coaching / Enabling Others • Continuous Improvement / Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC • Operational Excellence / Enterprise Transformation • Process Quality / Change Management (PROSCI) • Analytical Problem-Solving / Root Cause Analysis • Organization and Planning / Risk Management • Communications / Collaboration / Facilitation • Negotiates Consensus / Manages by Influence Recognition and Notable Achievements - OSU College of Engineering Strategic Advisory Board - America’s Future Series (AFS) National Security Advisory Council - President’s Award for Engagement Leader of the Year - Vice President’s Award for Thought Leadership - Two published articles on the importance of STEM to national security and economic prosperity - Native American – Muscogee (Creek) Nation Citizen