Independent Consultant/Chief of StaffWebsite: www.vickichilton.comDedicated leader committed to ensuring the strategic and operational goals are executed throughout the organization. Expert at developing defined, results-driven operations to optimize resources, improve team efficiency, and achieve the CEO's vision. CIA-trained analyst with 20+ years expertise supporting the highest level executive leaders. Experienced with commercial, government, and non-profit organizations. Demonstrated experience organizing strategic business development for start ups and large corporations with international operations. Exceptional public speaking. Proven ability to navigate complex interpersonal relationships, foster collaboration across diverse teams, and bridge cultures. Superior organization, project management, and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail and outstanding analytical skills. Adept at managing international teams across a range of professions, disciplines, and cultures. Committed to development of solutions for under-served, at-risk communities around the world.Experienced at corporate contract administration for federal and commercial contracts and international grants. Expert at providing full lifecycle management of programs, including building trusted relationships with customers and partners, conducting market research to identify opportunities and assess position relative to competitors, managing proposal development including pricing, drafting contracts for independent consultants and subcontractors, coordinating with ops teams for budget management, overseeing accounts payable and receivable and financial reporting requirements, and serving as the conduit to ensure the CEO and senior leadership's directives are integrated at every level throughout the organization and operations.CORE COMPETENCIES:▪ Leadership▪ Communication▪ Analysis, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented▪ Organization & Strategic Planning▪ Project Management▪ Strategy & Process Development▪ Emotional Intelligence▪ Creativity, Innovation▪ Problem Solving▪ Collaboration▪ FacilitationACCOMPLISHMENTS:▪ Founding member and Chief of Staff of start up managing all administrative, contractual, staffing, financial, marketing, and business development efforts with record growth as a debt-free business with over $10M in global sales▪ Led business intelligence and proposal management to win new business with improved strategic positioning▪ Revamped corporate policies, procedures, and tools to achieve unprecedented sales and customer reviews
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