Cynthia Gilmer

Cynthia Gilmer is a versatile executive with extensive experience in emerging technology companies, holding executive and senior management roles in technology, operations, program management, marketing, and product management across various industries.

Her strengths lie in strategic thinking, effective communication, reliability, and the ability to motivate individuals and teams. She possesses a wide range of industry experience, including government, software, telecommunications, and information technology.

Cynthia's areas of expertise include human-centered design (design thinking), Lean Startup, and strategic visioning. She excels in planning, facilitating, and documenting innovation sessions using visual and interactive tools, both virtually and in person. Additionally, she is proficient in teaching and mentoring these techniques.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Cynthia Gilmer is also an emerging artist with a portfolio showcased at www.cynthiagilmer.com.

She pursued a BS in Computer Science at the University of Maryland and an MS in Computer Science at Virginia Tech. Throughout her career, she has held various roles, including Independent Consultant, Business Innovation Analyst, Adjunct Professor, President, Founder, Director of Product Management, and Systems Engineer, among others, at organizations such as MITRE Corporation, E*TRADE Financial, University of Maryland, Opus Plus, SPADAC, iDirect, BroadBand Office, Broadband Inc., and more.