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Yael Schwarz Freimann

Kensington,MD

Summary

Strategic operations leader with 15+ years of cross-sector experience in driving strategic initiatives and fostering organizational growth. Demonstrated ability to align business objectives with actionable plans, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and market expansion. Proven expertise in leveraging analytical skills and leadership to navigate complex challenges and spearhead innovative solutions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Strategy Officer

TI Verbatim Consulting (TIVC)
11.2023 - 07.2025
  • Played a pivotal role in shaping the company's long-term vision, driving innovation, and expanding market presence.
  • Built and led the Human Enterprise Optimization (HEO) practice - a holistic approach to organizational development that centers on people as drivers of innovation, resilience, and transformation that generated consistent 26%+ profit margins.
  • Co-designed CHIPER (Computational Intelligence Platform for Humanistic Evaluation and Research), an AI tool leveraging Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning to assess workplace culture through focus groups, interviews, and surveys.
  • Recruited and developed a multidisciplinary team to deliver HEO services and supported scalability and collaboration.
  • Led a brand refresh and strategic communications campaign to enhance public identity and sector presence.
  • Provided executive-level guidance on federal contracting strategy and proposal development.
  • Strategized and co-led the formation of a JV that won awards in four GSA OASIS+ categories.
  • Advised the CEO and executive team through strategic planning and market trend analysis.

Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth

TI Verbatim Consulting (TIVC)
09.2021 - 11.2023
  • Oversaw business development, training, and marketing divisions.
  • Defined growth strategy and implemented a 5-year strategic plan.
  • Designed cross-functional engagement and performance KPIs to align with evolving public sector digital needs.

Director of Engagement

Infinity Technology, LLC
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Developed engagement strategy and created partnership frameworks aligned with government needs.
  • Led SBIR and OTA activities, interfacing with DoD innovation hubs.
  • Supported proposal development and stakeholder communications.
  • Served as PM for Air Force SAPR Program and expanded scope/funding.
  • Developed training for DoD violence prevention and participated in Senate Working Group.

Curriculum Developer & Researcher

C2 Technologies (Contractor, Defense Health HQ)
10.2017 - 06.2018
  • Applied the ADDIE model, ISD, and Kirkpatrick’s 4-level model to evaluate training interventions.
  • Developed evidence-informed curricula focused on trauma, neurobiology, and systems response.
  • Participated in Senate Working Groups and authored content for annual reports to Congress.

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Civilian Victim Advocate

U.S. NAVY Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • As the designated program manager of sexual assault victim services, oversaw implementation and execution of the SAPR Program for the Naples, Gaeta, and NATO bases, covering more than 7,000 Navy personnel and dependents.
  • Ensured comprehensive victim support services were provided through a coordinated community response, including “innovation award” nominated events.
  • Maintained, and mentored a competent staff of volunteer SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs), ensuring 24/7 availability of VA services.
  • Provided SAPR related training to numerous audiences and commands throughout base and developed original bi-weekly programming for young incoming sailors. Provided the 40-hour course to new victim advocates.
  • Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiated complex issues within an international landscape; and maintained good working relations with leadership and survivors of trauma.

Researcher & Consultant

Centre for Development, Environment and Policy, University of London
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Designed and led a mixed-methods study evaluating the impact of food pantries on food insecurity, published by Bloomsbury Press.
  • Conducted systems-level evaluations of poverty and emergency response programs.
  • Developed community-based strategic frameworks for long-term social impact.

Education

M.S. - Sustainable Development – Non-Profit Management

University of London (SOAS)

B.A. - Political Science – International Relations & Urban Studies

UC San Diego

Skills

  • Strategic Vision & Execution
  • AI/ML Integration & Product Strategy
  • Government Contracting & Growth
  • Organizational Culture
  • Program Design & Performance Measurement
  • Federal Policy & Training Development
  • Executive Communications & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Fluent in Spanish Proficient in French, Italian, and Hebrew
  • Top-Secret Security Clearance
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Competitive analysis

Certification

  • Women in Leadership Certificate, University of Tennessee Knoxville
  • Advisor, Digital Marketing Program, University of South Florida, 2022–2023
  • Leadership Council, National Small Business Association, 2024–Present

Publications

Biggs, N. & Freimann, Y. Food Insecurity, Hunger, Nutrition and Education in the USA, in Education, Poverty, Malnutrition and Famine, Bloomsbury Press, UK

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chief Strategy Officer

TI Verbatim Consulting (TIVC)
11.2023 - 07.2025

Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth

TI Verbatim Consulting (TIVC)
09.2021 - 11.2023

Director of Engagement

Infinity Technology, LLC
07.2019 - 08.2021

Curriculum Developer & Researcher

C2 Technologies (Contractor, Defense Health HQ)
10.2017 - 06.2018

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Civilian Victim Advocate

U.S. NAVY Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program
10.2015 - 10.2016

Researcher & Consultant

Centre for Development, Environment and Policy, University of London
01.2010 - 01.2014

B.A. - Political Science – International Relations & Urban Studies

UC San Diego

M.S. - Sustainable Development – Non-Profit Management

University of London (SOAS)

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