Proven ability to represent the organization with poise and professionalism across various leadership levels. My interactions consistently reflect the company’s values and strategic vision, reinforcing our reputation and influence.Firm believer in the power of effective communication and active relationship management as cornerstones of success. Renowned for cultivating robust relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels. My diplomatic approach and strong interpersonal skills facilitate effective communication and collaboration, enhancing organizational cohesion and stakeholder engagement.Design, implement, and oversee the organization's ethics program, including the development of policies, procedures, and training programs that promote ethical conduct and compliance with legal standards.Promote and reinforce a culture of integrity and ethical behavior throughout the organization while serving as the key point contact for ethical concerns and whistleblowing activities. Support leadership in embedding ethical considerations into business practices and decision-making processes.

Develops innovative proposal and pricing strategies to capture and retain business. Possesses a global mindset because of extensive travel and on the ground experience with customers worldwide, specifically Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, providing unique cultural awareness in combination with contractual expertise. Proven ability to set up operations anywhere in the world while identifying and mitigating risks. Maintains a reputation of customer satisfaction through responsiveness and willingness to service customers’ needs while maximizing company results and maintaining contract compliance. Believes that effective communication and active relationship building is core to success.Demonstrated capability in navigating complex contractual landscapes while ensuring adherence to compliance standards. My approach balances effective contract management with achieving optimal company results.

Oversaw a diverse portfolio of efforts that include support to a multitude of U.S. Government Agencies (DoD, USAID, DoS, etc.), Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and Direct Commercial Sales. Provided supervision and mentoring to a staff of contracts, subcontracts, and pricing professionals. Resident expert for all matters regarding international contracting. Extensive travel to support contract development and negotiation within host nations worldwide. Ensured that the multi-faceted organization consistently provided value-added services to the business.

Set Corporate Policy and Procedure regarding Contracts and Subcontracts. Responsible for submission of all bids, conducting negotiations, contractual legal actions, and reporting to Board of Directors. Provided on the ground support and direction in the Middle East and Africa. Ability to stand up operations in the most austere environments. Responsible for the professional development of support staff.

Managed all contracts supporting the Global Hawk program primed by Northrup Grumman. Responsible for management of all support staff and oversight for everything from production to development of the GH ground segment.

Manager of major subcontracts for this Native Alaskan corporation.

Worked several areas of the company over 10 years including acting as a SAP trainer/consultant.