Leilani Evans
Executive
Suitland,MD
Summary
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
National Management Solutions NMS LLC
Suitland, MD
01.2008 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed and assessed business operations, identifying areas of enhancement and implementing corrective actions
- Ensured efficient budget management, resource allocation control, and procurement strategies while monitoring revenue margins to drive profitability.
- Developed job specifications, professional development programs, corporate communications, DEI training, and staff evaluation framework in collaboration with HR.
- Oversee the recruitment process and contract approvals, and define the structure for employee incentives and bonuses.
- Initiated and led a company-wide DEI program, managing all aspects from design to implementation.
- Executed comprehensive plans to optimize operational processes resulting in increased organizational efficiency.
- Established and nurtured long-term connections with clients.
- Facilitated collaboration between teams through the promotion of open communication channels.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
Chief Operating Officer
E.R. Williams Inc
Falls Church, VA
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.
- Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
- Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
- Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Championed the adoption of new technology solutions to streamline operations, automate manual tasks, and improve overall efficiency levels.
- Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- Formulated strategic plans aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive growth and profitability.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing policies in line with industry best practices to mitigate risks associated with legal or ethical violations.
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - undefined
DOCTORATE
Walden Univeristy
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Walden University
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University of Phoenix.
Defense Acquisition University
Skills
- Business Operations
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
- Organizational Development
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Operational Planning
- Change and Innovative Management
- Customer Relationship Management
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- People and Culture
- Change and Growth Management
- Articulate Communication
- Operational Efficiency
- Strategy Management
- Business Strategies
- Employee Motivation and Performance
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceWork from home option401k matchPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPaid time offFlexible work hoursCareer advancement4-day work weekPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
Each problem that I solved became a rule, which served afterwards to solve other problems.
Rene Descartes
Timeline
CEO
National Management Solutions NMS LLC
01.2008 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
E.R. Williams Inc
01.2004 - 01.2008
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - undefined
DOCTORATE
Walden Univeristy
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Walden University
undefined
University of Phoenix.
Defense Acquisition University