Althea Kireilis
Naples,FL
Summary
A seasoned leader from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I excel in strategic leadership and project management. With a track record of fostering equity and advancing organizational goals, I've adeptly led teams, leveraging analytical thinking and relationship building to drive process improvements and achieve significant milestones.
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in leadership and strategic oversight. Adept at driving organizational success through effective team collaboration and dynamic problem-solving. Recognized for adaptability and keen focus on achieving objectives.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Let the Office of Equal Opportunity and Fair Lending as a political appointee.
- Developed long-term strategies in advancing fairness, equity and meritocracy in the work of the Bureau
- Coordinated and leveraging the Bureau's statutory mission to ensure a discrimination free workplace, usage of minority and women and minority owned business as statutorily required.
- Led statutory offices: civil rights, minority and women inclusion, fair lending, disability using meritocracy principles.
- Led stakeholder meetings to gather insights and drive collaborative decision-making.
- Implemented change initiatives with comprehensive communication plans to facilitate smooth transitions and ensure the Director and Presidents goals were met.
- Led a team of over 25 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Ensured the director was always updated and informed.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Trained and developed leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Developed annual budget for the office.
Chief Procurement and Contract Management
Office of Administration/EOP
02.2007 - 05.2018
- Senior Procurement Executive for the EOP
- Trusted confidant who was constantly sought out for advice.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within appointed deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in this fast-paced environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Strong Negotiation skills.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holidays when necessary.
Director of Acquisition Policy
General Services Administration, GSA
07.2000 - 02.2007
- Held several supervisory and management positions throughout my tenure at GSA.
- Resident expert in all facets of federal procurement policies.
- Streamlined workflows to boost productivity across teams.
- Engaged teams in change processes to minimize resistance and promote acceptance.
- Supervised over 50 plus associates doing a variety of contracts and programs.
- Developed Government-wide procurement policies and tough negotiator when necessary.
- Contingency Contracting Officer for emergency operations.
- Troubleshooter for operational contacting matters arising from IGs , GAO and OMB .
Consultant
Calibrated Lifecycle Management
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Team leader advising Government and support contractors regarding design, development and installation of complex information technology contracts.
- Supervised and mentored team members.
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each engagement.
Program Manager
FC Business Systems
05.1996 - 08.1998
- Coordinated team efforts for project milestones, driving accountability.
- Addressed stakeholder concerns with tailored solutions to enhance satisfaction
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders for collaborative project success.
- Developed comprehensive project roadmaps by aligning stakeholder goals.
Military Police and Procurement Officer
US Army
09.1974 - 06.1996
- Went form private first class to Lieutenant Colonel.
- Commanded Troops.
- Ensured public safety during large-scale events by coordinating crowd control measures and monitoring potential threats.
- Responsible for numerous complex acquisition and contracting assignments in multiple locations in continental US and Overseas.
Education
Masters of Information Management Systems - Information Technology
Keller Graduate School of Management
Oakbrook Terrace, IL02-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Huron University
Scottsbluff, NE05-1973
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Process improvement
- Team collaboration and leadership
Bronze Star Medal and Legion of Merit
Bronze Star medal was for outstanding leadership performance, negotiation skills and ensuring no US property was left in Saudi Arabia during desert storm.
Legion of merit was form outstanding performance for my almost 21 years of service to the Army and the American People.
Timeline
Associate Director
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
05.2018 - 01.2021
Chief Procurement and Contract Management
Office of Administration/EOP
02.2007 - 05.2018
Director of Acquisition Policy
General Services Administration, GSA
07.2000 - 02.2007
Consultant
Calibrated Lifecycle Management
08.1998 - 06.2002
Program Manager
FC Business Systems
05.1996 - 08.1998
Military Police and Procurement Officer
US Army
09.1974 - 06.1996
Masters of Information Management Systems - Information Technology
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Huron University
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