Chief Executive Officer
CurrentStrategic Leadership• Develop and execute long- and short-term business strategies, positioning the company for growth in both 8(a) and non-8(a) federal contracts.• Spearhead efforts to achieve significant new contract wins within the first 12 months.• Lead cross-functional teams across business development, operations, finance, and contracts to drive profitability, efficiency, and compliance with SBA 8(a) program guidelines.Operational and Financial Oversight• Implement performance initiatives to align operations with revenue growth goals, improving net margins by reducing unnecessary costs and optimizing resource allocation.• Establish cash flow projections and margin targets, improving financial forecasting and operational efficiency across all major business lines.• Conduct regular financial analyses to assess market trends and identify opportunities for margin improvements.Business Development & Federal Contract Capture• Drive federal business development, securing contracts with a focus on Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO) opportunities, while fostering partnerships for competitive contract capture.• Oversee marketing and sales efforts, creating strategic plans to expand the company's federal footprint, with a particular focus on IT and defense contracts.• Engage with key stakeholders to build strong, long-term relationships that support revenue growth and contract wins.Cultural Transformation• Foster a purpose-driven culture within the organization that supports Lawelawe Defense’s mission to improve the lives of Native Hawaiians.• Build a high-performing executive team focused on driving profitability, innovation, and operational excellence.• Mentor senior leadership to ensure alignment with corporate goals and the achievement of targeted net margins.