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Bill Coryell

Springfield,VA

Summary

Program management leader with 20+ years directing complex programs across DoD and federal consulting. Strengths in program/portfolio governance, budget execution (PPBE/POM), stakeholder engagement, and operational readiness. Trusted advisor to senior leadership with a record of aligning resources, clarifying objectives, and delivering mission outcomes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Operations Lead

Karthik Consulting
01.2023 - Current
  • Ensures AF Chief Information Officer for TS/SCI neworks maintains readiness and continuity across portfolios.
  • Recognized as a trusted advisor to the client. Provided on-site awareness and actionable insight that shaped leadership decisions.
  • Planned and executed senior leadership offsites (Dec 2024, Mar 2025, Aug 2025) to align FY25–26 priorities.
  • Authored the HAF A2O Business Rules Guide and established governance frameworks, clarifying accountability across portfolios.
  • Completed PPBE training and supported the FY26 POM cycle budget process to align resources with strategic priorities.
  • Contributed to Zero Trust planning, informing enterprise cybersecurity direction.
  • Led an internal Karthik Consulting mission analysis to baseline HAF A2/6O1’s unique mission set; clarified team roles and responsibilities to strengthen client support.

Senior Program Analyst

National Guard Bureau (J8)
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated requirements, budget analysis, and resource allocation across Service and Joint stakeholders; informed JROC submissions.
  • Managed program reviews and readiness/modernization reporting to senior leaders; improved traceability to funding decisions.
  • Produced briefings and program documentation that accelerated approvals and improved alignment with DoD guidance.
  • Facilitated communication across directorates and external partners to ensure timely execution of critical programs.

Senior Leadership (Colonel)

U.S. Army
01.1999 - 2022
  • Battalion Commander and Brigade Operations Officer; led organizations up to 3,700+ personnel and deployments to Afghanistan/Korea.
  • Accountable for $400M+ in equipment; directed training, readiness, discipline, and leader development for 75+ senior managers.
  • Rated #1 Battalion Commander, 3d Infantry Division; #1 of 32 peers as Brigade Operations Officer.

Program Manager / Planner

Joint Task Force – National Capital Region
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Planned and coordinated large-scale joint exercises and contingency operations across multiple federal agencies.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to synchronize resources, timelines, and mission objectives; delivered on-time outcomes.
  • Developed and briefed operational and program plans to senior leaders; improved readiness across the NCR enterprise.
  • Tracked risks, drove mitigations, and captured lessons learned to refine future planning cycles.

Education

M.A. - Strategic Security Studies

National Defense University (College of International Security Affairs)
Washington, D.C.
01.2020

M.A. - Policy Management

Georgetown University
Washington, D.C.
01.2009

Skills

  • Program & Portfolio Management
  • Budget & Resource Planning (PPBE/POM)
  • Governance & Policy Development
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Communication
  • Risk Management & Issue Resolution
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Multi-Agency/Interagency Coordination

Additional Information

  • Military Service: U.S. Army Active Duty (1999–2023), highest rank: Colonel (O-6), Specialty: Armor Officer.
  • Select Awards: Legion of Merit; Bronze Star Medal (3); Defense Meritorious Service Medal; Joint Chiefs/Army Staff ID Badges.
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance.

Timeline

Executive Operations Lead

Karthik Consulting
01.2023 - Current

Senior Program Analyst

National Guard Bureau (J8)
01.2021 - 01.2023

Program Manager / Planner

Joint Task Force – National Capital Region
01.2019 - 01.2021

Senior Leadership (Colonel)

U.S. Army
01.1999 - 2022

M.A. - Policy Management

Georgetown University

M.A. - Strategic Security Studies

National Defense University (College of International Security Affairs)

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