Jay Blanca Email & Phone Number

Falls Church, Va, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

- Led complex, multi-year contracts (e.g., $150M) exceeding deliverables & achieving early completion. Minimized delays & costs for clients.- Managed diverse teams (30+ personnel) fostering collaboration & maximizing efficiency. Ensured alignment with goals & empowered team contributions.- Streamlined financial processes (e.g., fastest year-end closing for DHA) for timely data & informed decision-making.- Leveraged financial BI & data analysis for proactive risk mitigation & budget… Show more - Led complex, multi-year contracts (e.g., $150M) exceeding deliverables & achieving early completion. Minimized delays & costs for clients.- Managed diverse teams (30+ personnel) fostering collaboration & maximizing efficiency. Ensured alignment with goals & empowered team contributions.- Streamlined financial processes (e.g., fastest year-end closing for DHA) for timely data & informed decision-making.- Leveraged financial BI & data analysis for proactive risk mitigation & budget adherence.- Led enterprise-wide process improvements at DHA, saving significant costs & enhancing performance.- Oversaw & mitigated project risks, promoting a culture of risk awareness.- Championed collaboration across departments for seamless project execution & optimal results.- Developed & implemented ULO processes, returning $20M+ to DHA & improving financial oversight.- Supported execution of $5.6B+ appropriations for DHA, ensuring efficient resource allocation & successful program completion. Show less

Fairfax, Va

Consulting Veterans concerning:- Resume review- LinkedIn Optimization- Interviewing skills- Military to Civilian transition mentoringFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/militarytransitionproject/

Falls Church, Virginia

- Managed, monitored, and updated the End-to-End policy lifecycle for Military Health Services (MHS) and DHA, ensuring adherence to established procedures and timelines.- Facilitated policy development by gathering, compiling, and analyzing feedback and responses from various Organizational Commands regarding HAFC initiatives.- Led the development and implementation of the BPSP Policy Tracker on the SharePoint Site, streamlining document management and accessibility.- Oversaw the… Show more - Managed, monitored, and updated the End-to-End policy lifecycle for Military Health Services (MHS) and DHA, ensuring adherence to established procedures and timelines.- Facilitated policy development by gathering, compiling, and analyzing feedback and responses from various Organizational Commands regarding HAFC initiatives.- Led the development and implementation of the BPSP Policy Tracker on the SharePoint Site, streamlining document management and accessibility.- Oversaw the creation and dissemination of all status reports for the BPSP Team, keeping stakeholders informed of project progress.- Coordinated with Organizational Commands to conduct reviews and analyses of policies undergoing revision.- Maintained and organized all team content and files on the SharePoint Site, fostering a collaborative workspace.- Identified opportunities for process automation within the HAFC Governance Team, improving efficiency and productivity.- Supported the BPSP Team in developing presentations for sub-groups (GGB) and FPS meetings, ensuring clear and concise communication of key information.- Drafted and reviewed meeting minutes for the BPSP Sub-Group, GGB, and FPS meetings, capturing decisions and action items for future reference. Show less

Arlington, Virginia

- Led a project team supporting the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Office of Chief Financial Officer (RCFO)- Collected and analyzed qualitative/quantitative data to gain a deep understanding of the RCFO business processes.- Conducted a thorough review and analysis of current "As-Is" state processes, designing future "To-Be" state improvements.- Successfully implemented various Lean methodologies (DMAIC, TIMWOOD, Value Mapping Streamline (VMS)) to streamline workflows and… Show more - Led a project team supporting the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Office of Chief Financial Officer (RCFO)- Collected and analyzed qualitative/quantitative data to gain a deep understanding of the RCFO business processes.- Conducted a thorough review and analysis of current "As-Is" state processes, designing future "To-Be" state improvements.- Successfully implemented various Lean methodologies (DMAIC, TIMWOOD, Value Mapping Streamline (VMS)) to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.- Created and analyzed VMS process maps to identify opportunities for optimization and future state processes.- Developed and managed comprehensive project plans for scheduled deliverables, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion.- Proactively assessed and analyzed potential project risks, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize impact.- Identified potential business development areas to support growth and improve efficiency.- Collaborated effectively with stakeholders across all levels to develop streamlined processes and achieve project goals.- Restructured and remodeled the Share Drive and SharePoint processes to ensure compliance with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) laws and regulations.- Drafted and submitted regular status reports to clients, keeping them informed of project progress and potential roadblocks. Show less

Fairfax, Va

Provides guidance to mentees in school, life, and career adviceHelps create smart attainable goals by educating mentees about various resources available on/off campusProvides an environment that supports constructive feedbackEncourages mentees to step out of the comfort zone by challenging them with various exercises - to include Networking, Cold Calling, and Elevator Pitches

Washington D.C. Area

Developed and created project timelines for scheduled deliverable products to clientsDeveloped and created commentary analysis from over 21+ agencies of the DON to address issues concerning new Policy MemosAssessed risks (current/projected) and analyzes mitigation factorsUtilized laws, regulations, and KSD to identify improvement plans for “as-is” processes, and implementing solutions to address issues within Policy MemosLead and coordinated process innovation efforts by… Show more Developed and created project timelines for scheduled deliverable products to clientsDeveloped and created commentary analysis from over 21+ agencies of the DON to address issues concerning new Policy MemosAssessed risks (current/projected) and analyzes mitigation factorsUtilized laws, regulations, and KSD to identify improvement plans for “as-is” processes, and implementing solutions to address issues within Policy MemosLead and coordinated process innovation efforts by employing methods of various process improvement plans (communications and information sharing)Identified business development areas for growth of current projectCollaborated with various organizations within DoN and DoD entities to develop and implement financial management policies related to Reimbursable Work Orders and Procurement Lifecycle (MILSTRIP) business segments to promote compliance with GAAP and audit requirementsAnalyzed policy and guidance promulgated by other organizations to assess compliance with GAAP, FASAB, OMB, Treasury and other government-wide standards and applications within the DoN Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Helped manage and support DON contracts with 16 subtasks under two Delivery Orders.Developed and maintained the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to implement a structured guideline to improve internal processes.Provided comprehensive project management support by developing and managing costs, schedules, and risks management tools for performance tracking and reporting. Constructed and developed weekly and monthly status reports to provided clients and key stakeholders with… Show more Helped manage and support DON contracts with 16 subtasks under two Delivery Orders.Developed and maintained the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to implement a structured guideline to improve internal processes.Provided comprehensive project management support by developing and managing costs, schedules, and risks management tools for performance tracking and reporting. Constructed and developed weekly and monthly status reports to provided clients and key stakeholders with updates on tasks and deliverables. Maintained bi-monthly cost workbook calculating the enterprise resource planning (ERP) for the project supporting the U.S. federal government agency.Maintained and tracked expenses and travel for all subtask and personnel under the DON Contract. Tracks Sub-Contractor hours, and projections for weekly reporting.Helped track, maintain, and control the contracts financial reporting for the review of the Principal Partner and the client. Managed work papers, monthly reports, and by-requests for high-level briefings to contracts requirements. Prime Representative for the Contracting Manpower Reporting Application (CMRA) System - Compiles, reviews, and reports total year-end invoices (Labor and Dollar Value) for the CMRA System. Reviewed, assessed, and managed the risk register database for the DON Contracts associated the five Delivery Order across the Financial Improvement Plan (FIP) IDIQ Program. Show less

Pentagon, Va

- Established, improved, and standardized processes and procedures, streamlining operations and enhancing business practices.- Formulated strategies to optimize operational efficiency and drive positive change within the organization.- Supervised and provided guidance to a team of 45 personnel, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.- Monitored CRM-based processes, ensuring data integrity and maintaining consistent communication channels.- Coordinated… Show more - Established, improved, and standardized processes and procedures, streamlining operations and enhancing business practices.- Formulated strategies to optimize operational efficiency and drive positive change within the organization.- Supervised and provided guidance to a team of 45 personnel, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.- Monitored CRM-based processes, ensuring data integrity and maintaining consistent communication channels.- Coordinated effectively with diverse stakeholders, identifying areas for policy improvement and implementing necessary changes.- Managed multiple cost-point projects for Senior Executives, evaluating feasibility, developing budgets, and ensuring quality control throughout project lifecycles.- Performed data analysis to extract valuable metrics for accountability reporting, aligning with established reporting requirements.- Collaborated with various teams across departments to develop project schedules and estimates while managing project resources effectively. Show less

Springfield, Va

- Analyzed business projects for National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) compliance, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to regulations.- Managed complex multi-department contracts independently, fostering collaboration and ensuring successful project execution.- Conducted R&D and quantitative analysis to identify best practices in records management and implemented them for improved effectiveness.- Streamlined data processing for efficient record… Show more - Analyzed business projects for National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) compliance, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to regulations.- Managed complex multi-department contracts independently, fostering collaboration and ensuring successful project execution.- Conducted R&D and quantitative analysis to identify best practices in records management and implemented them for improved effectiveness.- Streamlined data processing for efficient record retrieval, leading to enhanced document searches and data management.- Collaborated with independent groups to formulate queries for information management, driving reduction and prioritization of data.- Monitored project schedules and budgets, proactively documenting changes within the change control process Show less

Sterling, Va

Developed comprehensive reports of personnel process for calendar yearInterpreted policies and processes associated with improvement of business processesKnowledge of e-QIP and all its entityIssuance of NDA and other secuity briefing materials from candidates to OPMInterface and interaction with DSS All interface and knowledge of JPAS to include investigation request, indoct/debrief, VR/VL request, maintaining and owning personnel etc. Knowledge of preliminary… Show more Developed comprehensive reports of personnel process for calendar yearInterpreted policies and processes associated with improvement of business processesKnowledge of e-QIP and all its entityIssuance of NDA and other secuity briefing materials from candidates to OPMInterface and interaction with DSS All interface and knowledge of JPAS to include investigation request, indoct/debrief, VR/VL request, maintaining and owning personnel etc. Knowledge of preliminary questionnaire and interacting with potential candidates with follow up questionnaireIssuance of IRS forms and I-9 formsMaintianing files for OPM investigations Show less

Herndon, Va

Created a comprehensive filing system for SBAs and clients for comprehensive understanding of quarterly reports and requirementsCompiled and analyzed high visibility projects for government reporting compliances and risk mitigationImproved operational efficiency of reporting analysis by 15% through implementation of streamlined data-management and automation processesEnsured continuous improvements in processes and development for the price reduction monitor monthly… Show more Created a comprehensive filing system for SBAs and clients for comprehensive understanding of quarterly reports and requirementsCompiled and analyzed high visibility projects for government reporting compliances and risk mitigationImproved operational efficiency of reporting analysis by 15% through implementation of streamlined data-management and automation processesEnsured continuous improvements in processes and development for the price reduction monitor monthly reportIdentified project issues, prioritized requirements and ensured compliance to same and assisted in managing risksPlanned and implemented various business applications and updated process accordingly in business requirementPerformed ad hoc analysis for Price Reduction Monitoring System, SAP, and Business Intelligence Operating Systems Show less

Okinawa, Japan/Quantico, Va

Trained and supervised working of military personnel and maintained necessary accountsAnalyzed processes and recommended changes to make process more cost effectiveManaged various teams across large complex projectsDeveloped various office and desktop procedures and processes

Humanities And Social Studies, Leadership And Organizational Development

Activities and Societies: GMU SHRM | GMU Veteran Society (VETSOC) | GMU Battle Buddies

Project Management

IVMF’s Onward to Opportunity (O2O) program

Associate’S Degree, Busines Administration

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