Michael Plenty

Michael Plenty is an experienced executive with a 15-year career in financial leadership, operational insight, strategy development, and talent cultivation.1 He currently serves as the Contract Administration Manager in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at the US Federal Government – Department of Homeland Security.1 In this role, he acts as the first advisor and leader of procurement to the CFO, Deputy CFO, and 5 business directors, overseeing a spend budget of $91M, 70 contracts, and 548 contractors.1

Key points about Michael Plenty:

1. He holds an Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Brown University and IE Business School, with a focus on Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.1
2. His current responsibilities include cost reduction, risk management, vendor management, and optimization of procurement strategies.1
3. Previously, he worked as a Contracts Manager for External Operations at the Department of Homeland Security from 2012 to 2019.1
4. He has experience in various roles, including Technology Transfer & Commercialization Manager for the Federal Government and Strategic Advisor to the CEO of Richard Polan Associates, Architects.1
5. Michael is known for his team-building skills and has a reputation as a collaborative mentor, effective influencer, and consensus builder.1
6. He founded the Michael L. Plenty Endowment at Hampshire College in 2017.1

Michael Plenty's career demonstrates a strong background in government contracting, financial management, and strategic leadership within the public sector.