Earl Bentley, Pmp [Lion] Email & Phone Number

Virginia

TekConnX (pronounced "Tek-Connects"​) is a SBA Verified, MBE & SWaM Certified Minority & VA CVE Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB) Audiovisual, IT, Collaboration systems Solutions provider. We are a system integrator that specializes in providing the latest in professional IT, audio, video, collaboration, and face-to-face telepresence solutions to all consumers. We make technology an asset—not a problem so whether your audiovisual needs are for a board room, classroom, conference room or huddle space, our affordable turnkey solutions are so easy to use that you can connect to, and collaborate with whomever you want - whenever you want at the touch of a single button. Clients: We provide services to the following IT/AV consumers: ► Commercial AV/IT Consumers► Education AV/IT Consumers► Medical AV/IT Consumers► Federal AV/IT Consumers► Faith-based Houses of Worship AV/IT Consumers► AV/IT Services & SupportOur core services include:► A Patented Automated Video Surveillance System► A/V Telepresence Solutions► Customized Social Media Centers► Customized Command & Control Centers► Video Walls & Large Screen Displays► Audiovisual Control & System Integration► LED-Based Lighting, Surveillance, & Communications Platforms► Wireless Video/Audio Solutions► Wireless Networking► Digital Signage► Privacy Glass and Sound Masking Solutions► Lighting and Shade Control Integration► Biometric Authentication► Portfolio/Program/Project Management and PMO as a service (PM3aaS)► Capture ManagementWe're here to listen and help in any way we can so contact me at earlb@tekconnx.com | 703.623.3121

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► PMO Delivery Consultant: Delivery, Portfolio, Program & Project Management | Proposals► Attending Networking Events► Researching Industry Leaders► Tracking Industry Trends► Participating in Industry Discussions

Vienna, Va

Led foundation, growth, and operations of the program management office, governing establishment of the organizational infrastructure, internal policies, responsibility matrix, and business process tools. Managed business analysis to identify needs and develop effective solutions. Defined project criteria in alignment with corporate business strategy. Implemented and managed an effective portfolio management process that supported prioritization and evaluation of key opportunities, resulting in a strong pipeline of prospective opportunities and projects. Prepared business cases. Tracked project lifecycles throughout all strategic and technical areas. Adjusted portfolio management strategies based on market trends. Developed organizational processes and procedures that optimized efficiencies. Led team of three staff members. Trained and mentored project management personnel. Performed risk assessment and mitigation. Leveraged lessons learned from individual projects to foster improvements in new initiatives and processes. Represented management in ICM project operations.► Facilitated the launch of a wholly new business unit by defining and implementing an effective operating infrastructure for the entire PMO, ensuring the necessary structure and support for projects and programs.► Fostered the concept of the PMO as a learning organization focused on knowledge transfer, performance growth, and ongoing learning opportunities.► Eliminated data replication through the use of a SharePoint portal for knowledge sharing.

Hq, Vienna, Va

Led the full lifecycle for proposal development and task order responses, authoring proposal materials, marketing and proposal products, and other related matters. Conducted compliance reviews. Handled submission of proposals. Supervised a team of 14 cross-functional staff and management personnel spanning proposal directors, managers, specialists, tech writers, and subject matter experts, including acting as mentor, trainer, and consultant to all team members. Addressed and resolved resource issues, effectively allocating limited resources while increasing the win rate. Acted as point of contact driving collaborative efforts with other business units.► Boosted the opportunity win rate from the industry average of 36% to 44.16% within 8 months through numerous improvement initiatives, including a repeatable and predictable proposal development process driving compliance, engagement, and on-time delivery.► Generated revenue growth through government contract awards as a result of the higher opportunity win rate.► Delivered dramatic improvements to proposal quality and turnaround times.► Enabled team members to effectively provide necessary input through creation of checklists and tools that allowed for process standardization and repeatability.

Falls Church, Va

Deputy Director, Information & Integration Operations and Director ISS (2006-2010)Oversaw business unit operations and management, with authority over contract P&L, business analysis, and account management. Provided staff management and leadership. Conducted strategic planning. Implemented strategies that aligned operations to achieve profit and growth goals. Built, managed, and sustained a comprehensive portfolio:► Oversaw business unit operations with authority over P&L, business analysis, and account management► Defined management processes, methodologies and quality goals► Led team that developed the Enterprise Solutions Competency Center’s Service Oriented Architecture framework► Provided PMO guidance, tools, templates, processes, and procedures to maximize success► Conducted strategic planning and implemented strategies aligned with operations to achieve profit and growth goals► Performed audits and assessments to validate organization and project progress

Springfield, Va

Spearheaded the contract acquisition and management of a major, highly politicized US Army PEO EIS joint program supporting the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines in developing client systems that aligned with high-level transportation operation requirements. Directed the integration of three major transportation systems, and COTS applications. Managed the TIS data center development. Managed complex and diverse teams of up to 165 personnel across 23 labor categories, six major subcontractors, and numerous vendors. Managed P&L. Used project controls (scheduling and budget) to include earned value. Developed Statements of Work. Used traditional and Agile (SCRUM) SDLC methodologies to support software development and release cycles. Implemented 508 Rehabilitation Act requirements. Developed program plans and schedules. Managed risks and developed mitigation and contingency plans. Developed performance measurement plan and SLAs. Met SLAs, earned award fees, and received performance awards. Highly skilled in MS Office, Project, and Visio:► Rescued failing client relationship to restore trust in the company and gain buy-in from key influencers► Won the $156 million Block 3 TIS ACAT 1 recompete contract. Subsequently negotiated growth in contract value to $165 million within three months of contract award.► Achieved 85% of performance award fee goals through deployment of an Earned Value Management system

Springfield, Va

Coordinated a politically charged multimillion-dollar program for the Department of Defense focused on driving the software development lifecycle for enterprise applications. Orchestrated all phases of the iterative development process (inception, elaboration, construction, transition phases). Drove numerous process optimization initiatives, and defined metrics governing project performance measurement. Implemented repeatable and predictable service delivery and support by implementing ITSM best practices. Performed as Quality Manager to ensure product quality and correctness. Additional Management Roles: Risk, Configuration, Operations, Product Development and Delivery, Process Improvement, and IT:► Implemented repeatable and predictable service delivery and support by implementing ITSM best practices► Led the successful achievement of SEI CMM Level 3 certification and ISO 9000 registration► Drove a 60% reduction in time to close software defects, dropping from 250 hours to 100 hours► Elevated test success rate from 75% to 92% or higher outperforming contract requirements of 90%► Saved $10,500 per full time employee on monthly development costs, dropping from $14,000 to $3,500 for an overall 82% productivity improvement► Shortened build cycle time 50% through automation and simplification of the product release process

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Computer Resources & Info Mgmnt

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Workforce Education, Training, And Development

Activities and Societies: Interned under Dr. Shirley Bourne, Director of ProgramInterned with the Director of the Workforce Education.