Georgetown University

Global Procurement/Product Development Executive  -  Author  -  Federal Acquisition/Contracting Consultant  -  Good Will Ambassador  -  Entrepreneur

Washington D.C. Metro Area

- Provide technical acquisition support for the Veteran Affairs Logistic Redesign Program (VALOR) valued at $3B, aiding the adoption and modification of the DoD’s Defense Health Agencies Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support solution to facilitate improved operation in the DoD environment. •	Align VALOR solutions between the DoD’s Defense Health Agency and the VA to provide better service to veterans transitioning to the VA in retirement, delivering cost savings over the full lifecycle of Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS)/LogiCole implementation to manage the $4.5B supply chain.  •	Champion acquisition support and maintain responsibility for crafting and shepherding the development of interagency agreements, valued at $725M+, between the VA/VALOR program and other agencies, including the DoD, DHA and other organizations.•	Deliver comprehensive support in pre-acquisition and acquisition strategy planning and implementation, applying a demonstrated knowledge in the Federal Acquisition Regulation to drive proper execution. •	Assist with a variety of key pre-award tasks, including requirements determination, market research, PWS/SOW development, source selection and independent government cost estimates, to assure success.

Atlas Research

Senior Manager

- Design and launch a creative Hair Protector line, offering products for women who suffer from hair loss•	Develop innovative silk wig caps with unique Smart Stretch technology to increase client comfortability while wearing wigs.•	Initiate the creation of a series of products designed to nurture the body and mind with the goal of optimizing performance.

J.BILLINGSLEA

Founder / Chief Executive Officer

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New Degree Press

Author: The Federal Contracting Playbook

- Served as a systems engineering subject matter expert, providing comprehensive technical assistance and strategic recommendations to the Department of Health and Human Services. •	Supported critical digital communications information technology solutions for the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs, Digital Communications Division and Program Support Center. •	Leveraged a robust background in technical proficiencies across numerous scientific disciplines, acquisition and procurement to navigate federal requirements, delivering full support and crafting innovative procedures in regard to the development and supply of web-based products. •	Established an Advanced Technologies Program Office in coordination with the Intelligence Automation/Artificial Intelligence contract, delivering the project on time and under budget. •	Facilitated the development of new, innovative contract vehicle to support two major HHS initiatives to include BuySmater, Accelerate, and other cutting-edge technology-based initiatives and created a deeper pipeline for program success.•	Utilized the data-driven collective purchasing power of BuySmarter to assist in the achievement of operational efficiencies and overall expense reduction. •	Authored an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity vehicle contract valued at $49M that enabled HHS contracting officers to rapidly obtain innovative solutions, services and goods. •	Advised officials on best practices while also developing strategic procurement methodologies to efficiently acquire information technology solutions.  •	Provided analysis of alternatives throughout the development of operational documents, charts and required forms in order to bolster execution and success.

Data Federal

Senior Technology Acquisition Subject Matter Expert

- Promoted to positions of increasing authority and responsibility due to performance and strong management abilities.•	Devised and executed engagement strategies for 250 small businesses by creating and implementing innovative technical solutions under the Small Business Innovative Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR).•	Identified additional opportunities to collaborate with the federal government while also consulting with clients to assess and mitigate risk related to project management planning, business development, commercialization, manufacturing and configuration management, boosting satisfaction ratings. •	Coordinated with the Department of Defense in overcoming complex challenges associated with transitioning the SBIR technologies. •	Routinely performed prototyping, transferring promising developments to the larger military project management departments.•	Deciphered creative strategies to identify unreached funding sources, stimulating prototyping budgets for the Department of Defense and driving additional research and development funds.•	Utilized funding subject matter expertise to understand appropriations, expenditures and fund allocations in order to approach similar offices for solicitations.  •	Executed various strategies within regulations and federal standards to identify potential sources for the continued development of critical solutions. •	Created partnerships and established lasting relationships with federal acquisition entities through networking with a focus on tracking all aspects of interaction with interested partners, including needs and outcomes.  •	Functioned as a key leader, directing engaging training activities covering defense and federal acquisition processes, engagement strategies and industry best practices. •	Launched the Velociter program to improve small business client success in relation to bridging gaps and forming partnerships with federal government agencies.

ByteCubed

Director of Engagement — DoD Velociter Program

- Implemented essential commercialization and transition strategies benefitting current and future DoD SBIR/STTR program participants, providing high-level acquisition support focused on technology, program office and commercial market expertise. •	Ensured all participants satisfied requirements while transitioning technology to DoD system life cycle processes known as Defense Acquisition Systems. •	Acted as a liaison to enhance organizational understanding of the role and responsibilities of project managers and product owners on the military commercialization aspect of business. •	Deciphered and identified engagement opportunities for each company, creating core events and stimulating an environment to facilitate engagement with potential government buyers. •	Leveraged the competitive landscape to outline business solutions and drive continued business growth. •	Assisted participants with innovative planning initiatives to outline business objectives and funding strategies for transitioning technologies. •	Identified critical pathways to commercialization for 150 program participants. •	Established a comprehensive database to organize 2K+ federal, state and local technical requirements for technology solutions. •	Cultivated robust relationships with industry experts and POs while conducting documented market research on DoD platforms.

Senior Commercialization Advisor

- Directed and managed 15 acquisition professionals while serving as the overall acquisition task-monitor and deputy program manager for Rapid Equipping Force. •	Oversaw and executed a portfolio of 300 projects valued at $350M, serving as a technical authority for large-scale business and system evaluations of contracts to identify and recommend solutions to various problems.•	Oversaw the creation and implementation of technical solutions across the full suite of scientific disciplines, such as Advanced Electronics, Air Platforms, Autonomy, Biomedical, Counter IED, Cyber, C4ISR, Electronic Warfare, Energy and Power, Ground and Sea Platforms, Human Systems, Material and Manufacturing Processes, Sensors, Space Technologies, and Weapons Technologies.•	Oversaw global distributed integrated product teams comprised of government, business and non-profit stakeholders while also creating contract vehicles and strategies to streamline the procurement process.•	Achieved organization’s first solutions developed and implemented in the Kingdom of Jordan and the Kingdom of Bahrain. •	Created and managed the acquisition, technical modification, implementation and integration/interoperability for the $30M communications portfolio, delivering combat-proven satellite-based broadband communication solutions to soldiers in U.S. Central Command, Indo Pacific Command and Army Central Command. •	Spearheaded late-stage R&D for a $30M Surveillance and Force Protection solution to create a combined sensor and weapon network scanning for and responding to imminent threats. •	Managed a $6M subterranean projects conjunction with the REF Operations Officer to improve subterranean capabilities, creating an acquisition strategy, conceptualizing R&D, executing procurement, integrating components and coordinating logistics.

Chenega Federal Systems

Product Director

- Led a $5M early stage satellite solution as the project manager and product director, including incorporating existing Ku-band technology designing and integrating a new Ka and x-band technology.•	Partnered with PEO engineers to design and develop a weapons solution that included a new missile capability, securing $20M in bridge funding for the program while growing the program from R&D solutions to fully-testing Low Rate Initial Production solutions in high demand by military PEOs.•	Spearheaded and oversaw Soldier Worn Integrated Power Equipment System (SWIPES) project at REF, securing necessary $150K in RDT&E funding for testing to obtain Safety Confirmation (SC) and Safety Release (SR) and ultimately procuring $23M in less than 2 years to revive the struggling project. •	Led development and integration of REF’s first Materiel solution delivery and participation in the Ulchi Freedom Guardian Exercise in collaboration with the Republic of Korea (ROK), overseeing 8 member agile interdisciplinary team throughout. •	Pioneered implementation of first REF solutions at Network Integration Exercise (NIE), sending the first complex communications solution that was procured, modified, tested, and integrated within 9 months.•	Generated $5M cost savings for the US as architect of REF’s first international live fire test event in coordination with the UK Ministry of Defense (MOD). •	Achieved organization’s first solutions developed and implemented in the Kingdom of Jordan and the Kingdom of Bahrain

Deputy Product Director

- Coordinated the management of Detect Air defense programs valued at $850M+ while also analyzing, reviewing and providing strategic oversight for core systems producing a variety of intelligence. •	Conceptualized innovative solutions and developed acquisition, project and program plans to support on-time delivery.•	Collaborated with scientists and subject matter experts in order to assess the technical feasibility of solutions contained within the large-scale portfolio. •	Oversaw late-stage research and development including creating acquisition solutions, executing procurement, integrating systems and participating in testing at White Sands Missile Range. •	Coordinated delivery of the $250M airborne intelligence system and led the rollout of subsequent $200M unmanned aerial vehicle project with similar capabilities. •	Served as the product director and systems integrator for the $12M Project that included lightweight high-definition sensor for small rotary-winged UAVs. •	Directed effective research and development efforts with a focus on overseeing testing and Dugway and Yuma Providing Grounds and White Sands Missile Range (WSMR).

Landmark Technologies

Systems Integrator

- Performed detailed analysis of all “cradle to grave” elements, including the cost in contractor proposals, assisting with the preparation of Pre-Negotiation Memorandums and aiding in the development, suggestion and implementation of competitive range determinations. •	Assisted the Deputy Chief in supporting the Technology Requirements and Integration Division IB Records Management Program, ensuring strict compliance with United States Code 44 Records Management policies. •	Supervised and facilitated operations with early-stage technologies, managing and reviewing the work of scientists from Sandia National Labs and Lincoln Labs. •	Acted as a key leader in the development of early-stage acquisition and contract strategies (Broad Agency Agreements; BAAs), devising primary research and development (R&D) solutions for full products.•	Managed the development and implementation of technical solutions across the full spectrum of the technical development lifecycle, from early stage concept formulation, such as technology readiness level (TRL) 2, thru system qualification and implantation in the operational environment TRL 9.•	Oversaw the creation and implementation of technical solutions across the full suite of scientific disciplines, such as Advanced Electronics, Air Platforms, Autonomy, Biomedical, Counter IED, Cyber, C4ISR, Electronic Warfare, Energy and Power, Ground and Sea Platforms, Human Systems, Material and Manufacturing Processes, Sensors, Space Technologies, and Weapons Technologies.•	Assisted Initiative and Technology Branch (ITB) scientists and Technology, Requirements, Integrations Division (TRID) Lines of Operation by delivering Technology Initiative Roadmap, ensuring alignment between critical operational needs and S&T priorities.  •	Monitored budgeting and funding of rapid C-IED technology prototypes.•	Partnered successfully with the UK MOD to get a promising handheld C-IED capability owned by the UK, into the hands of sister organization REF.

The Reger Group

Integration Operations Deputy

- Aligned acquisition support needs and oversight while managing, coordinating, and directing all activities associated with the technological development, testing, and field trials of Detect Air programs. •	Coordinated with vendors, created project acquisition plans, directed team meetings, reviewed all documentation released outside of the organization, optimized team processes, and served as a senior reviewers for all major deliverables. •	Exceeded expectations to obtain rapid internal promotion as a direct result of recognition for outstanding work performance.

Operations Specialist  -  System Integrator

- Tracked and analyzed emerging issues and trends while simultaneously maintaining awareness of political climate, legal developments, economic conditions, foreign debt, trade, and international policy. •	Advised senior military officers, including two-star generals and admirals, by leveraging clear and concise paperwork outlining issues prior to deployment and overseas field studies. •	Managed reports, analyzing national policy, United States and military resources, and political and economic trends for countries including China, Japan, Germany, Russia, South Africa, India, United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Iraq, Cuba, Hong Kong, Korea, Israel, Spain, and Egypt. •	Prepared and briefed findings to the Director, Vice Director, and other executive high-ranking United States officials, while also traveling extensively overseas with general officers.

H.E. Billingslea