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Maryville, Tennessee, United States

Maryville, Tennessee, United States

Responsible for negotiating terms and conditions of contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, nondisclosure and any other such contractual agreements. I ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, as well as documenting and agreeing on any changes or amendments that may arise during the implementation or execution. I develop and implement procedures for contract management and administration in compliance with company policy. I investigate potential problems and recommend courses of action to resolve or mitigate any undesirable situations or circumstances. Advisor to corporate leadership and other personnel on contractual matters. During my tenure, we grew the company beyond the owners’ expectations resulting in the acquisition of MarkLogic Corporation by Progress Software. Managed the company's offerings on Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts such as the GSA Schedule.

Maryville, Tn

Responsible for all RELYANT Global contracts administration functions. Key contracts advisor to top company leadership and other company personnel. Oversaw and directed contract negotiations, and the administration of contracts. Led team of Contracts Managers, Contracts Administration Specialists, and Procurement Managers. Directed contract administration and management functions following company policies within legal requirements. Directed and developed policies and processes governing the contract administration staff and provided guidance on contract terms. Oversaw management of contracts and subcontracts through the entire contract life cycle. Provided training coaching for contracts and procurement personnel. A notable accomplishment during my tenure is the successful execution of over $10 million dollars in Rapid Development Infrastructure (emergency response) cost-plus-fixed-fee contracts for the US Army Corps of Engineers. These were Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts to quickly and effectively resolve issues impacting peoples’ lives and property.

Knoxville, Tennessee

Provided professional contracts support including negotiations, management, administration, proposal pricing support, strategic pricing strategy, forward pricing support, and procurement training and coaching to various clients working in the federal contracts space. Some notable accomplishments while working in this capacity include: Priced multiple projects ranging from the NASA SIMLABS III proposal worth almost $7 million over 5 years to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Data Center Support Services (DCSS) for $52 million over 10 years for various clients. Recognized as a subject matter expert and presenter of AICPA and NCMA qualified continuing professional education courses on contract pricing principles and strategies. Challenged long-standing practices and norms to secure a contract extension worth over $200 million for a client company in North Carolina.

Oak Ridge, Tennessee, United States

Responsible for all company contracts administration functions. Key contracts advisor to top company leadership and other company personnel. Oversaw and directed pricing proposals, contract negotiations, and the administration of contracts. Led team of Contracts Managers, Contracts Administration Specialists, and Project Controls Specialists. Directed contract administration and management functions following company policies within legal requirements. Directed and developed policies and processes governing the contract administration staff and provided guidance on contract terms. Oversaw management of contracts and subcontracts through the entire contract life cycle. Provided training coaching for contracts and project controls personnel.

Jackson, Mississippi, United States

Developed and implemented the 172 Airlift Wing Internal Controls Program that was rated Excellent by the United States Air Force Inspector General.

Madison, Mississippi, United States

Real estate development company program manager. Negotiated multi-million dollar real estate contracts. Developed project plans and provided oversight for project completion for hotel, residential, and retail developments. Developed and formed companies including the preparation of business plans, operating agreements, and sight safety plans. Directed the planning and development of six commercial and residential real estate projects from land acquisition to building construction. Some notable accomplishments during this tenure include: Negotiated to secure a Federal Aviation Administration Case II Airport Obstructions Standards Committee Decision to allow development of a seven-story hotel in close proximity to Jackson-Evers International Airport in Jackson, MS and an extremely rare access road right of way crossing U.S. Department of the Interior property along the Natchez Trace Parkway in Clinton, MS.

Jackson, Mississippi, United States

Served as the Chief Financial Officer for the installation and dissimilar geographically separated units (GSU), with responsibility for managing all funds through fiscal reporting and financial advisory services, including budget formulation and execution, travel and commercial accounting, military and civilian payrolls, and financial systems applications. Served as the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Air (Fiscal), the installation funds Certification Officer, the organizing and directing member of the Financial Management Board, and the Wing Commander's focal point for highly sensitive military and civilian entitlement issues. Operated as a full partner with the Wing Commander, the Senior Management Staff, and GSU Commanders in planning, implementing, and executing the financial programs directly associated with the objectives of the Adjutant General's Department and accomplishment of federal military and state support missions. Functions included the receipt, accounting, collection, safeguarding, and disbursement of government appropriated funds, and the likewise oversight authority and management of non-appropriated funds. As an agent for the U.S. Treasury, I was responsible for maintaining compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements; the overall integrity of accounting data; full disclosure of accounting information; sound reporting methods; analytical interpretation of the organization's financial posture and solvency; and implementation, operation, and maintenance of the budget, accounting, payroll, and other financial systems. Recognized for outstanding achievement by being awarded the United States Air Force Meritorious Service Medal.

Served as the Senior Financial Analyst and the Chairman of the 172nd Airlift Wing Financial Working Group. Provided budget and financial analysis support for key functional areas of the Air National Guard including Medical, Aircraft Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, and Mission Support. Prepared annual financial plans and conversion financial plans. Provided key financial planning support for the C-17 beddown for the 172 Airlift Wing in Jackson MS. This financial plan served as the financial blueprint for all C-17 beddowns in the Air National Guard. Contributed significantly at the national level in the development of a weapon system conversion Financial Planning system for the Air National Guard Bureau in Washington DC. Served on a national working group to establish job standards for Budget Officers and Budget Analysts in the Air National Guard.

Negotiated and managed over fourteen construction contracts for the 172 Airlift Wing facilities. Negotiated contracts for goods and services, including information technology, necessary for the operation of the 172 Airlift Wing. Procured medical supplies for critical aeromedical evacuation mission requirements.

Aircraft Loadmaster on C-141B Starlifter. Managed the weight and balance of the aircraft to ensure safe operation of the aircraft through all phases of flight. Supervised the loading and unloading of aircraft including aeromedical evacuation, troop transport, and cargo loads. Recognized for outstanding achievement with the Air Force Achievement Medal.

Developed relationships with customer base. Provided mortgage solutions for customers' real estate purchase and refinancing needs. Analyzed credit risk of potential customers. Negotiated revised terms for mortgages in default in order to return the contract to a performing status. Conducted educational seminars on appropriate uses of mortgage debt.

Project Management Certificate, Project Management

Accounting

I have added to my financial and contract management skills by strengthening my knowledge of financial accounting.

Bs, Finance

Activities and Societies: Beta Gamma SigmaMy education experience was enhanced by working at Magnolia Federal Bank as a Mortgage Loan.